Coorong 6-Hour Adventure Cruise
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Coorong 6-Hour Adventure Cruise
By Spirit of the Coorong Cruises
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Ages 0-99, max of 15 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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- Morning tea
- Lunch
- Expert commentary
- Local guides
- Afternoon tea
What's not included- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
- Start:
- Goolwa SA 5214, AustraliaGoolwa Main Wharf, Goolwa
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 68001P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 68001P3
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- sueclapham0 contributionsThoroughly enjoyableWe really enjoyed our cruise. Our tour guides were engaging and informative. Lunch was healthy and tasty. Highly recommend!Written 30 September 2024
- 976yvonneo0 contributionsSpirit of the coorong are brilliant.Absolutely brilliant day great skippers on the two vessels we went on, Leah and Jessica the two crew on each vessel were brilliant. Fantastic service all round. Highly recommended.Written 29 September 2024
- RedPiscean0 contributionsGreat way to explore the Coorong.Great way to understand this area. See fur seals up close. Got very close to the opening of the Murray to the Southern Ocean. Staff very helpful and knowledgeable. It can get very windy so recommend a warm top and beanie to control your hair if necessary! I wasn’t able to manage the walk up and across the dunes at a stop but went ashore and had a wander around before returning to the boat. Lunch and afternoon tea were well managed.Written 28 September 2024
- 76paulineh0 contributionsRelaxing and informativeVery good trip, very informative commentary. Opportunity to take a short walk and learn about the indigenous history. Lunch and afternoon tea provided.Written 19 September 2024
- SophieMunro2410910 contributionsWonderful family funA wonderful and informative cruise! Very helpful and friendly staff that gave the kids some activity booklets to have fun with along the cruise. A wonderful family experience with the option of sitting inside or on top of the boat for ultimate viewing. We got to see lots of bird life and seals. An overall fun experience for our whole family!Written 18 September 2024
- 445joye0 contributionsOur 4th half day cruise!Once again we thoroughly enjoyed our cruise. Food was great and they took into consideration my dietary needs. The captain was interesting and Jessica was attentive to passengers. Thank you again.Written 14 September 2024
- Thatdragonguy0 contributionsSpirit of the CoorongKirk and Jess were fantastic and very knowledgeable The customer service and overall experience were amazing One of the best tourist experiences I have ever been onWritten 14 September 2024
- kfp590 contributionsThe best immersive environment based tour!We are residents of the Fleurieu and we are both full of praise for the wonderful tour on the Murray Spirit this afternoon. The Coorong is a very special place, and the half day Discovery Tour has got us to wanting to go on more of their tours! Super smooth, comfortable cruise, clear and informative commentary, pleasant crew and tasty food 😋.Written 7 September 2024
- P7755IFkirstyc0 contributionsSept 24Informative, learnt heaps, visual feast for the eyes, comfortable, great staff, lovely meal, clean facilities, absolutely recommendWritten 6 September 2024
- Dave_Sinclair0 contributionsLovely afternoon on the Coorong.We spent a delightful afternoon on the Coorong with skipper Joel and Jessica. Faultless service of a pleasant lunch and afternoon tea, a warming glass of port, and an excellent commentary made it a great trip. Highly recommended!Written 29 August 2024
- elainebP5977YV0 contributionsFANTASTICMy hubby and I did it for our 46 th Wedding Anniversary and it was extremely informative and staff very helpful and friendlyWritten 29 August 2024
- Daydream259199799560 contributionsFantastic tripA most enjoyable day, very informative and well organised, The meals were delicious and the walk across to the ocean was fantastic . Such a great day.Written 29 August 2024
- mikeylynp330 contributionsCoorong CruisingExcellent day out and a great way to see the Coorong over a 3 hour period. Captain and Crew were fabulous and very informative.Written 26 August 2024
- sofiagL3129TA0 contributionsBest way to see the Coorong from the waterGreat tour of Coorong with commentary, lunch, afternoon tea and on shore walk to the ocean. Staff are lovely and helpful. Would recommend highly. Very good value. Do the cockle dance.Written 26 August 2024
- AndrewH9800 contributionsRecommended cultural and wildlife experienceThis is a must do tour to see beautiful Goolwa, the mouth of the mighty Murray and the legendary Coorong. If you are a bird lover and wildlife photographer this is a must do trip. The Coorong is of great spiritual importance to the First Nations peoples and to experience it was a great privilege. The Spirit crew knowledge and experience together with the great meals make this an outstanding and great value for money experience. Highly recommended.Written 17 August 2024
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Francine T
1 contribution
Oct 2021
We weren't sure of what we were in for with strong, northerly winds for the day. However it was very sheltered in the cabin and although it was windy in parts we managed to find shelter out of the wind quickly. The walks through the dunes and to the beach were worth it just to find out about the indigenous history and about the local environment. The tour operator was engaging and knowledgeable. The lunch was tasty too.
Written 20 October 2021
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Thanks so much for your great review! we can see all seasons in a day out in the Coorong, being right on the wild southern ocean....
Written 27 October 2021
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Jill B
5 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
This was a really excellent cruise, from the welcome aboard to the farewell. We enjoyed every minute.
The catering was so good, morning tea, delicious lunch and afternoon tea all served very efficiently by the Captain’s granddaughter, and even a glass of wine and beer if wanted.
The Captains commentary was interesting and informative without being a dicstraction from all the wildlife and beauty of the Coorong. Also the walks through the sand dunes were so good. The highlight for me was seeing the Captain digging in apparently dry sand and finding water.
Thank you Captain Jock and dekky Isabella.
The catering was so good, morning tea, delicious lunch and afternoon tea all served very efficiently by the Captain’s granddaughter, and even a glass of wine and beer if wanted.
The Captains commentary was interesting and informative without being a dicstraction from all the wildlife and beauty of the Coorong. Also the walks through the sand dunes were so good. The highlight for me was seeing the Captain digging in apparently dry sand and finding water.
Thank you Captain Jock and dekky Isabella.
Written 17 October 2021
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Thanks so much for your great review of our Adventure Cruise.
Written 27 October 2021
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Sigríður Huld J
Akureyri, Iceland84 contributions
Jan 2020
This trip was really good and lots of good information regarding the area. The guide knew I guess, everything about this area, geographic, history and wildlife. Lots of birds, specially the pelicans and black swan. We even saw an Emu. I recommend this trip to everyone who loves Aboriginal history, that was for me one of the highlights of the trip to hear and see their history on the Coorong.
Written 16 January 2020
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Thanks for your great review - we are working on developing a specialised cultural tour into the Coorong, with the guiding operated with the Traditional Owners - Ngarrindjeri
Written 20 January 2020
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Joanna A
14 contributions
Apr 2022
The day started well with very good weather, sunny and cool in the morning. The captain is very experienced, thus, he knows the waters and history of the areas very well. The captain in training (Murphy) was very attentive to the needs of the passengers on board. Enjoyed the walks and the nature. We saw seals, kangaroos, emus and heaps of different species of birds. Fantastic time!
Written 14 April 2022
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Thank you!
We're so glad you enjoyed the Coorong as much as we do, and had a great day out on the water with us.
Written 16 April 2022
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Jenny H
3 contributions
Oct 2021
Did a 6 hour tour and loved every minute. The weather was perfect, the itinerary varied, the commentary fun and informative and the food was delicious. The walks onshore were long enough to be entertaining but not long enough to tire you out. A great day. Thanks!
Written 17 October 2021
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Thanks so much for your review of our Coorong Adventure Cruise.
Written 27 October 2021
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couzinc1
Adelaide, Australia8 contributions
May 2022
Despite the wet and windy weather today, we both enjoyed the relaxing boat ride and finding out lots of information about the Coorong area.
The Skipper Rupert and the apprentice Murphy were very friendly guys, who kept us entertained throughout the journey.
The prepacked lunch was delicious, as were the Cockles before lunch and the homemade slice for afternoon tea.
Saw lots of wildlife, including black swans, seals, dolphins and pelicans plus a lot of bird life as well.
Highly recommend this trip - well worth the money :)
The Skipper Rupert and the apprentice Murphy were very friendly guys, who kept us entertained throughout the journey.
The prepacked lunch was delicious, as were the Cockles before lunch and the homemade slice for afternoon tea.
Saw lots of wildlife, including black swans, seals, dolphins and pelicans plus a lot of bird life as well.
Highly recommend this trip - well worth the money :)
Written 25 May 2022
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Thanks for the review, we are lucky the Coorong is quite sheltered so we still get to experience all its glory! Its always a treat when we get to see dolphins! We are so happy you had a lovely cruise!
Written 30 May 2022
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Kaye M
Camperdown, Australia32 contributions
May 2021
The Coorong cruise was a highlight of our trip. As 3 basically non-ambulant pensioners we stay aboard the boat but enjoyed fully what was on offer anyway. Those who did take on the trek/s loved it. The commentary was articulate and v informative and passengers needs were attended to swiftly and efficiently. The lunch was wonderful. We are fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world. Thank you Spirit of the Coorong.
Written 6 June 2021
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No problems at all! Thanks so much for your review, there is so much to see in the Coorong and the guided walks are certainly optional as the scenery from the boat is truly stunning.
Written 17 June 2021
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Jim A
Kyogle, Australia142 contributions
We were very impressed with the quality of the tour. Both Michael and Bella and Darrel were very professional and delivered a very comprehensive account of the history of the surrounding area.
Would highly recommend this tour as you will come away well informed. The catering of morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea was excellent. A very comfortable boat trip.
Would highly recommend this tour as you will come away well informed. The catering of morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea was excellent. A very comfortable boat trip.
Written 13 October 2022
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Thanks for your great review of our full day Coorong Adventure Tour.
Written 14 October 2022
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jan luck
3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
The skipper, the ‘hostess’ and the aboriginal elder all were excellent. Well informed personable and interesting. The passing scenery on the river was explained and the two walks were very well done. Supplying drinks and food (lunch, morning and afternoon tea) has been honed to a fine art. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Written 23 November 2022
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Thanks you so much for your feedback & review.
Written 28 November 2022
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gabby b
Darwin, Australia265 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
What a great day out on the beautiful Coorong. The crew (Rupert, Mark and I’m so sorry I forgot the name of the other excellent crew member ) were fabulous - professional , friendly and very informative. The scenery was gorgeous and we felt so lucky to see the river in full flow , the abundant bird life and hear about the workings of the barrages. The 2 walks were fabulous and it was great to hear some history from the indigenous guide Mark and join in the smoking experience. Seeing seals , kangaroos and emus with their chicks was great.
The food was top quality and I loved getting a taste of the pippis . We highly recommend this experience with a very professional company
The food was top quality and I loved getting a taste of the pippis . We highly recommend this experience with a very professional company
Written 5 January 2023
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Thankyou so much for your fabulous review. So glad you enjoyed the wondrous wetland of the Coorong with us.
Written 5 January 2023
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What is the upper limit of people on this cruise
Written 1 February 2019
Most who have answered this have looked at the size of the vessel and based their answer off this. Looking at the locations and the sensitivity of some of the areas I would think that the company would keep the numbers low but best to ask them directly.
Written 8 March 2019
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