Coorong 6-Hour Adventure Cruise: Ultimate National Park Exploration with Guided Walks
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Goolwa

The Spirit of the Coorong Adventure Cruise provides the ultimate 6-hour cruise journey, digging deep into the heart of Coorong National Park, inclusive of 2 expert-led hikes.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Goolwa Barrage - Our Adventure Cruise departs from the Main Wharf in the old river port town of Goolwa.

Cruise to the Goolwa Barrage, through the lock and into the Coorong National Park to view the mouth of the River Murray.

  • Coorong National Park - From the mouth the cruise heads into the pristine waters of the Coorong, past the spectacular white sand dunes and birdlife, as your captain provides an informative and entertaining commentary on the passing scenes, bird life and history of the area.

  • Younghusband Peninsula - Disembark for a guided walk through the sand dunes of the Younghusband Peninsula to the undisturbed white sandy beaches of the Great Southern Ocean. Along the walk your guide will talk about the cockle industry here, the sand dune flora and fauna and how the Aboriginal people lived in the area.

  • Ewe Island - A delicious lunch of cold meats and salads is served with tea or coffee (special meals are available by prior request

  • vegetarian, gluten free etc) as the cruise continues deeper into the Coorong waterway. As you pass the Ewe Island and Tauwitchere Barrages, that separate the estuary Coorong from fresh water Lake Alexandrina, your captain will explain the man-made barrage and lock system that extends along the River Murray and tell you of the associated benefits and environmental impacts.
    Deep into the Coorong, at Cattle Point, walk with your guide into the sand dunes again to learn more about the Aboriginal occupation of the area, see the middens left around their old campsites and discover fresh water as the Aboriginals did.

Afternoon tea is served as the cruise returns past the imposing sand dunes and back through the lock to the Goolwa Wharf where the cruise ends.

What's Included
  • Local guides
  • Afternoon tea
  • Lunch
  • Morning tea
  • Expert commentary
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Additional Information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Location
Goolwa
Goolwa Main Wharf, Goolwa
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Escape67175310479
Apr 7, 2024
Loved exploring the Coorong ! - A really well constructed day ! Fun and educational ( without being boring ) Staff were excellent...couldn't do enough to make it a great day
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Voyage12150612884
Apr 7, 2024
Awesome - Captain Kirk very knowledgeable and interactive. Darryl fascinating and the historical info excellent. Leah the star of the show. Service exceptional and nothing too much trouble
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Leonij2023
Apr 6, 2024
Wonderful trip and highly recommended - We had a lovely day, learnt a lot about the heritage of the Coorong and the aboriginal ancestry. The crew were very informative, helpful and polite at all times. We were also very well fed. Thanks guys.
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Johnmw2530ki
Apr 3, 2024
The Coorong Experience - A brillian trip. Scenery spectacular. Birdlife galore. Great staff who knew their stuff. Food on board exceptional. Highly recommend
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277janelleo
Mar 24, 2024
Highly recommend! - With family visiting from the UK, we booked the Spirit of the Coorong 6-hour Adventure Cruise and all five of us were thrilled with the entire experience. Rupert, Daryl and Leah were so helpful and knowledgeable. We loved the scenery, learning about the birds and fish (the emus, wallaby and dolphin were extra special), hearing about the barrages etc. We also absolutely loved learning a little about The Ngarrindjeri, how well they know the Coorong and being privileged to visit two middens! Wonderful, unique and a truly beautiful day! Thank you.
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Lrsteele
Mar 24, 2024
A wonderful day on the Coorong - Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and great information from the team. An abundance of wildlife on land and the river.
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Nomad820908
Mar 20, 2024
Top experience, go! - An amazing day. An extremely well organised trip, slick operation with very professional staff. Captain Rupert and assistant Jess were delightful, great information presented in a relaxed manner. It was an honour to have met aboriginal elder Daryl and to have leant about his culture. Great quality food served. Top day, go!!
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Tomothyd
Mar 11, 2024
Amazing All Day Experience - The all-day Spirit of the Coorong was such a great experience! The sites visited and the history told about the region was very interesting, plus the food was great too. I would recommend the Spirit of the Coorong cruise for anyone spending time in Goolwa.
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James_l
Mar 7, 2024
Knowledgeable crew, whole... - Knowledgeable crew, whole outing professionally executed ... amazing place, The Coorong ... thanks Rupert, Jess and Darryl.
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670bd
Mar 26, 2024
"White water across Lake Alexandrina: Hold on tight" - The commentary by Michael on the route we were travelling back to Goolwa was effective as a history of the Murray region and what is currently happening. He was good at answering any questions we had. A unique way to explore the river up to Tailem Bend and across Lake Alexandrina, on to Hindmarsh Island and then docking at the wharf in Goolwa. Memorable trip !
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