Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tour: Experience Mangrove Creek Paddling with Dolphin Sightings in Adelaide
4.7
331 Ratings
Port Adelaide

Experience the thrill of paddling through a 10,000 year old mangrove forest creek, spotting dolphins and exploring shipwrecks. Join Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours in Adelaide today!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Port Adelaide - Journey through Port Adelaide and continue to Garden Island, which serves as our departure location. Please ensure arrival 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
What's Included
  • Filtered fresh water for top ups
  • Skilled and professional guide
  • Waterproof bag
  • Private locked car parking area
  • Private facilities with shaded area with seating and toilets
  • Sun screen
  • Kayak, Life jacket and Paddle
Additional Information

Experience the rare opportunity to paddle through a mangrove creek forest that has thrived for over 10,000 years. Kayak close to shipwrecks, remnants of a past era (weather and wind permitting), and enjoy the chance to see dolphins along the way. This unique adventure is irreplaceable, making Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours a must-try!
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Location
Angas Inlet Boat Club
Garden Island Road
10 minute drive from central Port Adelaide and it is essential to arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(331 Ratings)
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C4567rghayleyw
Sep 26, 2025
Wonderful experience - My partner and I went on this dolphin kayak adventure. From start to finish, everything was seamless, fun, and incredibly memorable. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about the local wildlife. They made us feel completely at ease, even though we’re not super experienced kayakers. The pace was relaxed, allowing us to fully enjoy the scenery and each other’s company. And the dolphins... wow! Seeing them up close in their natural habitat was absolutely magical. At one point, a small pod swam right alongside our kayak. We even spotted a few other marine animals and learned so much about the ecosystem from our guide. Highly recommend this experience to any couple looking to do something unique and meaningful together. We left with big smiles, unforgettable memories, and a renewed appreciation for the ocean and its incredible creatures. Don’t miss it!
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861krystelr
Sep 25, 2025
Highly recommend! - My children and I loved our experience with Dolphin Sanctuary Kayak Tours. We found the guide to be a wealth of knowledge, explaining the ecosystems and dolphin’s behaviour. We were really lucky to have two dolphins swim directly under our kayaks, apparently feeding. Highly recommend.
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B9112xehannahe
Sep 25, 2025
Unforgettable experience! - This is a must do and absolutely unforgettable experience in Adelaide! Really beautiful landscape and very knowledgeable, kind and patient guides. Wonderful local Family business would highly reccomend!
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Lyndsey_s
Sep 23, 2025
Great experience,... - Great experience, friendly and informative guide Alex, unfortunately didn't see any dolphins, but it was still a nice place to kayak. Took my 62 and 66 year old mum and dad and both were surprised at how comfortable and easy they found it
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Karthik_p
Sep 18, 2025
Going for a kayak ride at... - Going for a kayak ride at the Dolphin Sanctuary was honestly such a great experience because not only did I get the chance to paddle through calm waters surrounded by mangroves and beautiful scenery, but I also felt completely guided and supported the whole way, with clear instructions and friendly help that made it easy to relax, enjoy the peaceful environment which was super exciting and unforgettable, and by the end of the trip I felt more confident, happy, and grateful for the chance to experience nature so closely and meaningfully.
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Grace_t
Sep 17, 2025
This was good and a nice... - This was good and a nice time. There is a uber there if you come from the city. We saw dolphins too.
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Kathysn3676kg
Sep 13, 2025
Relaxing, enjoyable. - Liam and Hannah were amazing in their knowledge and instructions. Thoroughly enjoyed kayaking. Surprisingly relaxing on the water.
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Juliazj3992lq
Sep 11, 2025
A morning in kayaks well spent - Fabulous activity with Alec and Paula as our guides. Happy to recommend this tour when you are visiting Adelaide. Very informative on the mangroves and fauna in the area.
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Sdibrita
Sep 7, 2025
A great activity on a sunny or cloudy day! - Fiona was an incredible guide - her enthusiasm for her work and the river was contagious. We were extremely lucky to see quite a lot of birds during the kayak tour and a mother dolphin and her baby (as Fiona explained). The one detail I was unaware of was that as a solo traveler and the entire group rather, we would be paired up in duo kayaks. As the rower in the back, you do a lot more work than the front which I was not prepared for, but nonetheless managed.
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K5605nblindaa
Sep 30, 2025
No dolphins and bad customer service - This was an underwhelming experience at best. My partner's kayak was sinking, there were no dolphins to be seen, and the 'ship wreck' was a small boat left to rot 20+ years ago. They even had the nerve to expect my small child to help me carry the heavy kayak to the shed for them, ever heard of a trolley? We even left early.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).