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South Australia Family-friendly activities

Our most recommended South Australia Family-friendly activities

Kangaroo Island: 75-Minute Ocean Safari

1. Kangaroo Island: 75-Minute Ocean Safari

Climb aboard for an exhilarating ride along the beautiful coast of Kangaroo Island and marvel at the pristine waters, stunning coastline, and local marine life. Travel along the ancient Kangaroo Island coastline with the opportunity to see dolphins, seals, eagles, and other birdlife. Enjoy an exhilarating ride along the beautiful Kangaroo Island coastline. Witness the pristine waters, stunning coastline, and marine animals that inhabit this thriving environment. The skipper provides informative commentary as you cruise along. Experience a must-do wildlife experience that is suitable for all ages and great fun for the whole family!

Adelaide: River Torrens Popeye Sightseeing Cruise

2. Adelaide: River Torrens Popeye Sightseeing Cruise

After boarding at Elder Park Landing there will be an opportunity to purchase food and beverages from the deckhand. The captain will take time to deliver a safety talk and introduce the crew before beginning commentary of the local area and wider South Australia.   Once seated, the cruise will commence by heading toward the Torrens River Weir Gate while passing the Adelaide Festival Centre, SAHMRI, and Adelaide Gaol. Enjoy 30 minutes of commentary before arriving at Adelaide Zoo where you will have the option to disembark and explore the zoo, Botanic Garden its and surrounds. The last 15 minutes of the tour will be relaxed, allowing you a great chance to ask questions, take photos with the crew, and get some advice on what to see and do once you disembark.

Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Mangroves Kayak Tour

3. Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary Mangroves Kayak Tour

Experience the beauty of the the Dolphin Sanctuary in Adelaide on an eco-friendly kayaking tour. Discover a fascinating array of marine life and birds as your guide leads you in search of spirited Port River Dolphins. Meet your guide and listen to a short safety briefing to ensure that you are confident when kayaking. Put on your life jacket and set off on your hunt for Port River Dolphins. Have the chance to stop to take photos as you make your way through mangrove trees. Listen to stories from you guide and interact with the dolphins is the most environmentally sensitive way. Return to your starting point at the end of your tour. 

Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

4. Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Kayak Tour

Take a guided 3-hour kayak tour of the Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard Maritime Heritage Trail. Paddle along sheltered mangrove-lined creeks that are home to a variety of marine life, birds, and also the Port River dolphins. Explore an area that features 20 shipwrecks and interact with the dolphins as well, on an environmentally friendly tour. Paddle at an easy pace with plenty of time for photos and commentary by your guide. When the Port River dolphins come to play it is a memory you will treasure forever. The tour is recommended for adults and children over the age of 10 years, although younger children can come out and have great fun!

Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary 1 or 2-Person Kayak Rental

5. Adelaide: Dolphin Sanctuary 1 or 2-Person Kayak Rental

Make your way through the mangrove habitat in search of dolphins with this kayak rental in Adelaide's Dolphin Sanctuary. Rent high-quality, one-person or two-person kayaks and create your own adventure. Meet the staff at the tour supplier's office. Listen as they provide you with a safety briefing to ensure that you are comfortable with the kayak. Get some information about the area and a handy map to help you get around. Put on your life jacket and paddle through the mangrove creeks. Search for dolphins with your family or friends. Return your kayak and equipment to the rental office at the end of your two-hour hire.

Port Adelaide: Walking Tour with Food Tasting & Drinks

6. Port Adelaide: Walking Tour with Food Tasting & Drinks

Discover Port Adelaide’s fascinating stories and relaxed pub vibe on this walking tour. Known by early settlers as Port Misery, you'll begin at the former ferry loading dock to understand how the region was first settled among torrid conditions. A short walk takes you to one of the Port's oldest pubs, where you'll stop for a drink*, before sampling a taster from the Port's main bakery. Local businesses run by local people are key to understanding how this vital heritage place functions today. Then, see how beautiful architecture, intriguing tales and modern street art all give the Port its unique appeal. This is an Adelaide walking tour removed from the bustle of the city – a unique Adelaide experience. We’ll make sure you’re fully prepared for your visit to the Port with a recommendations list sent via email (if required before the tour, please contact us). *Participants under 18 will receive a non-alcoholic drink, while adults have a choice of an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. Choose from coffee or tea, a house wine or South Australian schooner of house beer.

Barossa Valley: Villages, Chocolate Factory, & Wineries Tour

7. Barossa Valley: Villages, Chocolate Factory, & Wineries Tour

We travel to the Barossa Valley via the picturesque Adelaide Hills and we can visit the villages of Lyndoch, Tanunda, Nuriootpa, All attractions available on request, inform driver on first meet Wine tasting at 3 Cellar Doors Kersbrook Hill Wines & Cider Chateau Yaldara Kies wines Lunch offered at Kies Winery All attractions available on request & Subject to Time permitting inform driver on first meet Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop Barossa Chocolate Factory Mengler Hill (look out) on request This tour itinerary may change from day to day Full-day, max 11 passengers Barossa Valley wine tour with expert commentary – driver/guide

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What people are saying about South Australia

Easy to locate, value for money. An hour out of our busy day, to relax and take in the city sites along the river. With easy listening cometary from our captain

A great day. Guides had lots of interesting stories of the area. For first timers it not too strenuous & was very safe. Very well organized. Highly recommend.

Great time shared with friends. We were able to have some wine during the trip with a magnificent view

It was informative and just what we needed at the end of a busy touring day.

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