Top 15 Boat Trips in Adelaide

1.Kangaroo Island Full Day Experience by Ferry Including Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,202 reviews · 16 hours · from $267Our pick

Review of SeaLink’s 16-hour Kangaroo Island day trip from Adelaide, with ferry travel, sea lions, Remarkable Rocks, lunch, and practical booking advice.

“Ricky was a font of knowledge on route to the ferry. It was a good crossing via the Sealion ferry to Kangaroo Island. Then Joanne relayed her wide & varied local history, keeping full bus together to ensure we got the most out of experiences. The Sealion tour was interesting and close enough encounters. Especially good was the Raptor Centre with kangaroo feeding, koala petting and the opportunity to hold bag of orphan joeys being card for. It was a very long day 16hrs but well worth it. Many had a snooze on return coach.”

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2.River Torrens Popeye Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 949 reviews · 45 min · from $19Best value

Cruise Adelaide’s River Torrens aboard the heritage Popeye, with local stories, city views, wildlife, and an optional stop near the zoo.

“We had a great thanks to our skipper how was outstanding. He was very informed and friendly.”

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3.Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 624 reviews · from $19

Review the Torrens River Cruise in Adelaide, with city views, live commentary, Popeye boats, practical tips, price, and honest drawbacks.

“An excellent tour, 4no first class tastings and Robert, our driver, was very informative. Informal and relaxing experience with up to 7no wines tasted at each venue.”

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4.Port Adelaide: Dolphin and Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 375 reviews · 1h 30m · from $62

Cruise Port Adelaide for wild dolphins, historic shipwrecks, birdlife, and lively maritime stories on a relaxed 90-minute river tour.

“Jason the skipper, cannot thank you enough for such an informative experience. Were a great group and Jason spoilt us with knowledge and Dolphins. Answered questions, best on water experience. Thank you Jason.”

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5.Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 374 reviews · from $135

Review of Adelaide Hills and Murray River lunch cruise, with Mount Lofty, Hahndorf, hotel pickup, value, timing, and practical tips.

“You may not do everything that was quoted on the tour. We were supposed to stop at the Bridgewater Mill, but we only drove past. The guide said they never go there.”

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6.4-Hour Guaranteed Wild Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 349 reviews · 3h 30m · from $63

Cruise Adelaide’s gulf aboard Temptation catamaran for wild dolphins, coastal views, expert commentary, and a money-back sighting guarantee.

“Amazing. Saw so many dolphins. The staff were very knowledgeable and chatted with everyone”

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7.90 Minute Port River Dolphin & Ships Graveyard Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 321 reviews · from $63

Cruise Adelaide’s Port River for wild dolphins, shipwrecks, birds, and maritime stories on a relaxed 90-minute small-group tour.

“Long way out of Adelaide. Def Uber or bus, but well worth it! Great commentator and lots of interesting stuff to see”

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8.River Torrens Popeye Devonshire Tea Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 207 reviews · 45 min · from $28

Cruise Adelaide’s River Torrens aboard the heritage Popeye, with fresh scones, tea, city history, and the option to stop near the zoo.

“My granddaughter absolutely loved our trip aboard the Popeye 1. The skipper was amazing & very knowledgable regarding the river, bridges & buildings we passed. He made the cruise fun for the 3 children onboard. My fellow passenger aged 8 loved putting on the skipper’s cap and having the opportunity to press the horn as we were returning back to dock.. The Devonshire Tea was lovely too as was the hostess. Would highly recommend The Popeye cruise to interstate/overseas visitors & to anyone who hasn’t been onboard for a while. Regards, Luise Smith”

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9.Glenelg Twilight Catamaran Cruise with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 155 reviews · 1h 30m · from $44

Review of Glenelg’s 90-minute twilight catamaran cruise, with sunset views, a drink, dolphin sightings, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Great experience, how highly recommend. You get to see some amazing sunset views. The host was great, drink of your chosen was included in the package.”

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10.Murray River Highlights and Luncheon Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 106 reviews · 8 hours · from $140

Cruise the Murray River from Adelaide with lunch aboard Proud Mary, Mannum free time, river views, and Adelaide Hills treats.

“This was a great day out. Informative tour guide he had lots of knowledge on Adelaide and the areas we traveled through. The river cruise was lovely and relaxing. It was a shame it was raining on the day but still had a great time.”

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11.Murray River Day Trip from Adelaide Including Lunch Cruise aboard the Proud Mary

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 105 reviews · from $142

Cruise the Murray River from Adelaide with buffet lunch, Mannum free time, Adelaide Hills views, and optional chocolate or cheese stops.

“The boat needs some work done, and the lunch was very basic. Our driver was very good and informative”

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12.Adelaide Twilight Cruise from Glenelg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 94 reviews · from $40

Review the Adelaide Twilight Cruise from Glenelg, including sunset views, drinks, crew, comfort, weather risks, value, and practical tips.

“Bought tickets to treat a friend on their last night in Australia and it didn't disappoint. Would definitely recommend the trip and the staff were lovely.”

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13.Adelaide Hills Tour with River Murray 3 Hour Lunch Cruise.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 91 reviews · 8 hours · from $133

Explore the Adelaide Hills, Mt Lofty, Hahndorf, and the Murray River on an 8-hour small-group tour with a paddle-wheel lunch cruise.

“Really friendly guide but seemed happier to chat rather than talk about the area, also difficult at times to hear him st the back of the minibus. Great lunch on the Murray river cruise.”

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14.2 day Ultimate Kangaroo Island with return ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · from $574

Explore Kangaroo Island in two days with sea lions, Remarkable Rocks, raptors, local honey, wine, meals, ferry travel, and a guide.

“1er journée exténuante car on fait bcp bcp de route pour voir 4 à 5 choses. Oui c’est beau mais vraiment trop de transport. D’abord 2 hrs d’autobus pour se rendre au ferry, ferry 1/2 hrs et ensuite près de 300 à 400 km de route entre 10hrs am et 7 hrs le soir arrivé à l’hôtel Puis le lendemain parti à 9: 30 am pour visiter mielrie petit show d’oiseaux, huile d’eucalyptus et dégustation de vins très ordinaire. Les repas sont succulents et l’hôtel est superbe.le retour de la 2ieme journée ferry a 7:30hrs pm 1/2 ferry, puis près de 2 1/2 pour revenir au bus station. Très tard,…”

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15.4-Night Murray River Cruise on the classic Murray Princess

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $1,846

Review the 4-night Murray Princess cruise from Adelaide, with wildlife, wine, Aboriginal heritage, meals, cabins, and practical value advice.

“Our recent 4-night cruise on the Murray Princess from Mannum in South Australia was a very enjoyable experience. The vessel carries up to 120 passengers and was close to fully booked on our cruise. Although they could not be classed ‘luxRead more”

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