Senior Social Club Charters - Dolphin & Maritime Cruise
Looking for a excursion for your Seniors Group that they will never forget? Port River Cruises will take you on a relaxing Dolphin & Maritime Cruise that your group will love. Fun, safe and comfortable tours out on the water.
Highlights
- Relaxing 90-minute guided cruise for senior social clubs
- Explore Port Adelaide's working harbour from the water
- Cruise through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
- Learn about the Port River's fascinating maritime history
- See commercial vessels and active port infrastructure
- View the modern shipbuilding and naval precinct
- Enjoy commentary from your skipper and cruise guide
- Covered vessels with comfortable seating and onboard toilets
Relax, Discover And Enjoy
Bring your senior social club together for a comfortable guided cruise through the Port River and Port Adelaide's working maritime environment.
The 90-minute cruise combines local history, modern port activity, wildlife and interesting sights into an enjoyable group outing.
A Guided Maritime Cruise
Your skipper also acts as your cruise guide, sharing information about Port Adelaide's history, famous vessels, working harbour and the landmarks you pass along the river.
A Rich Maritime History
The Port Adelaide River is steeped in maritime history. As you cruise through the Port, discover how shipping, trade and industry have shaped the area over generations.
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
Cruise through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary while keeping watch for wild Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins living and moving throughout the Port River.
Dolphins are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
A Working Port
See active wharves, commercial vessels and maritime infrastructure as you travel through one of South Australia's important working-port environments.
Modern Shipbuilding
View the modern shipbuilding precinct and major industrial infrastructure that forms part of Port Adelaide's present-day maritime story.
Duration
Approximately 90 minutes.
Departure Point
1 McLaren Wharf, Port Adelaide SA 5015.
Booking Type
This is a private Senior Social Club group booking. Select your preferred group option and date through the live booking calendar.
Current Pricing
Current Senior Social Club pricing and available group options are displayed directly in the live Rezdy booking widget.
Dolphin Sightings
Dolphins within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Vessel Comfort
Port River Cruises vessels are covered and include comfortable seating and onboard toilet facilities.
Mobility Assistance
If anyone in your group has mobility or accessibility requirements, contact Port River Cruises on 08 7082 9608 before booking so suitable boarding and vessel arrangements can be discussed.
Important Notes
- Dolphins within the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
- There is a toilet located onboard.
- If you have mobility issues please contact Port River Cruises on 08 7082 9608 before booking.
- Accessible boarding arrangements may be available depending on the vessel used.
- Food is not permitted to be eaten onboard unless prior approval has been provided.
- Follow all skipper and crew instructions while onboard.
Cancellation Policy
- A FULL refund is provided to guests if the tour is cancelled due to poor weather conditions and an alternative time is not established to undertake the tour.
- NO refund is provided to guests for non-attendance at scheduled tour time.
- Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to Port River Cruises via telephone confirmation on +61 8 7082 9608.
- All bookings cancelled within 48-hours of tour departure will receive no refund.
- All bookings cancelled between 7 days-48 hours before scheduled departure will incur a 50% charge of tour costs.
- Guests that provide more than 7 days’ notice of tour cancellation via telephone confirmation will receive a FULL refund.
Relax And Discover Port Adelaide
Relaxed Group Experience
Enjoy an easy-paced guided cruise designed for an enjoyable senior social club outing.
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
Keep watch for wild dolphins while travelling through their Port River habitat.
Maritime History
Hear stories about Port Adelaide's maritime past, historic vessels and the development of the Port.
Working Harbour
View commercial vessels, wharves and active maritime infrastructure from the Port River.
Modern Shipbuilding
See the major shipbuilding and naval infrastructure that forms part of Port Adelaide's modern maritime story.
Comfortable Cruising
Covered vessels, seating and onboard facilities make the cruise suitable for relaxed social club outings.
Your Route On The Port River
This two-hour cruise travels from McLaren Wharf through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, past Torrens Island and the Adelaide Submarine Corporation to Pelican Point near Outer Harbour before returning along the Port River.
Indicative route only. The route shown is an estimate of the usual cruise path. The exact course, turnaround point and areas visited may vary depending on river traffic, shipping movements, weather, tides, wildlife activity and operational requirements. Your skipper will choose the safest and most suitable route for conditions on the day.
Depart — McLaren Wharf
Start your two-hour cruise from 1 McLaren Parade in Port Adelaide. Listen to informative commentary along the way about the maritime history, birdlife & dolphins.
Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary
Travel north through the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and watch for wild dolphins in their natural habitat.
Cruise Past Torrens Island
This important natural area supports mangroves, samphire and coastal dunes, which provide important habitat for a range of native fauna species, and bird species of conservation significance.
Adelaide Submarine Corporation
Cruise past the shipbuilding and submarine construction facilities along the western side of the river.
Pelican Point
Reach Pelican Point near Outer Harbour at the northern end of the route before turning for the return journey. Informative commentary to continue on the return journey.
Plan Your Senior Social Club Cruise
Bring your group together for a comfortable guided Port River cruise featuring dolphins, maritime history, the working harbour and modern shipbuilding precinct.
Book This Senior Group Cruise