Top Adelaide Cruises & Sailing

Enjoy a relaxing half-day cruise on the Murray River aboard the paddle wheeler “Captain Proud.” Learn about the river’s history, culture, and ecosystem from the live commentary. Look out for birds and wildlife, including kangaroos, pelicans, galahs, and cockatoos. Feast on a two-course lunch while watching the world go peacefully by.

Enjoy pristine views of the Coorong National Park as you sightsee in style and comfort on this 3.5-hour catered river cruise. Learn about the waterway’s man-made barrage and lock system, and uncover the ancient history of the region’s Aboriginal people as you cruise along the Murray River. Disembark for a guided walk, where you will see the Great Southern Ocean skimming the white-sand beaches of Younghusband Peninsula.

There’s no doubt that South Australia’s Barossa Valley is a world-class wine region, with its Syrah and Shiraz gracing sommeliers’ lists throughout the world. On this single-day tour, discover the valley’s oenological heritage without having to check out of your Adelaide accommodation, and without having to carefully count every taster to stay under the drink-drive limit. Stops to sample local produce and enjoy a local lunch round out this fulsome experience of the Barossa Valley.

Venture out of Adelaide on a full-day tour that travels to the McLaren Vale wine region, and the charming towns of Hahndorf, Goolwa, and Victor Harbor. Enjoy wine and food tastings (own expense) in McLaren Vale and stop at The Almond Train. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take an exhilarating 45-minute boat ride from the Granite Island Causeway to Seal Island and Wright Island to look for seals, sea lions, and bottle-nose dolphins, and hear the history of whaling in Encounter Bay.

See Adelaide from aboard a leisurely cruise that travels down the Torrens River, located in the heart of the city. Listen to live commentary from the skipper and learn about the historical importance of the river and its surroundings. Pass by the Festival Center, St. Peter's Cathedral, Adelaide University, and more.

Travel from Adelaide to the historic Murray River on an 8-hour day trip that includes a lunch-time cruise, a great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves. Afterwards, you'll take in the Murray River landscape from the coach, stopping for photo ops and sweeping views. Visit a chocolate factory and cheese maker in Woodside on the return journey to Adelaide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get active while enjoying the great outdoors and spotting wildlife on this kayaking tour to the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary. Paddle through ancient mangrove forests and keep a lookout for the dolphins that pass through. Learn about the animals and their habitat from your naturalist guide. No kayaking experience is necessary and the pace will be slow but moderate fitness is recommended.

Explore the highlights of the Onkaparinga Hills, McLaren Vale, and Glenelg on this half-day small-group wine-tasting and discovery tour from Adelaide. Start your trip with a drive through the Onkaparinga Hills on your way to McLaren Vale, where you’ll enjoy wine tastings at a couple of hand-selected wineries with the option to add a cheese platter (at own cost), before taking the scenic route back to Adelaide via Glenelg.

Look for dolphins off the coast of Adelaide on a dolphin-spotting cruise from Glenelg, a seaside town just south of the city. As you glide across Holdfast Bay by catamaran, keep your eyes peeled for some of the thousands of dolphins who live in these waters.

Sail off into the sunset with a drink in your hand on this relaxing cruise along Adelaide’s beautiful coastline from Glenelg. Departing from Marina Pier, this catamaran sightseeing trip offers a great view of the sunset over the ocean. As dark sets in and the stars come out, you’ll cruise back to shore, watching as the twinkling lights illuminate the city skyline.

South Australia’s Barossa Valley isn’t just a world class wine destination. It’s home to boutique breweries, adventurous distilleries and artisan food makers. Discover the region’s fare without the self-drive stress on this tasting tour: try gins, beers, wines and cheeses, and savor a platter lunch of local produce. You’ll have time to explore Tanunda, the historic town at the heart of the Barossa.

Cruise from the Granite Island Causeway to Seal Island and Victor Harbor on a 1.5-hour marine wildlife tour. Look for seals, sea lions, sea birds, dolphins, and migrating southern right whales (seasonal) around Seal Island, Wright Island, and the Waitpinga Cliffs.

Amble through the Adelaide Hills’ finest food and drink at the pace that’s right for your group on this private full-day tour, with free time in Hahndorf, the historic German village. Take in city views from Mt. Lofty, see Bridgewater Mill, then sample artisan wines, cheese, beers, coffee, chocolates and fresh produce. Your package includes coffee and/or tea, but food, drinks, tickets and tasting fees are at your expense.

Visit the McLaren Vale wine region for wine tastings and lunch on a private full-day tour from Adelaide. Travel in luxury transportation to five award-winning wineries for guided tastings, and choose from optional upgrades such as a stop at the D'Arenburg Cube. You’ll learn about winemaking in McLaren Vale and Australia as you spend a memorable day with your private group of up to six people.

Cruise down the Murray River and stop at several towns and scenic spots along the way on this paddle boat lunch cruise. Your captain will deliver a commentary of the sites you pass by, with options to stop and go for hikes and explore. You’ll also have lunch in the period styled dining area and bar. Then sit out on deck and get some fresh air as you let the world go by.

Pair the freedom of independent travel with the expertise and connections of an experienced local guide on this private custom Barossa Valley winery tour. You’ll travel in style over main and back-country roads in a Land Cruiser Prado 4WD with space for up to four. The precise itinerary is up to you: your driver/guide can work with your wishlist, connect you to lesser-known winemakers, arrange behind-the-scenes tours, and more.

McLaren Vale chauffeured small group wine tours designed to suit you. This is a boutique service catering for small groups of up to 4 people (known to each other). Nominate your own itinerary or let us create one for you. Hosted by local owner/operator, Shane Buckley, the itinerary is flexible and can be changed on the day as we travel. Our intimate tours are a great way to celebrate that special occasion or to simply enjoy the best this magical Region has to offer. Price is per car, not per person, and is for a 5 hour tour.

Discover great wine and food of the McLaren Vale wine region on a full-day tour from Adelaide. Consult with your guide about the wineries to visit and have the option to enjoy tastings at Hardy’s Tintara. You might also visit the main street of McLaren Vale, stop at the Chocolate Factory, or pop into the Almond Train—a historical train car with a shop that features local products. Wind down with sweeping views from Willunga Hill before returning to Adelaide. Includes driver-guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Departing from Wirrina Cove Marina (October - April). Cruise south down along the spectacular Fleurieu Peninsula coastline viewing stunning headlands, cliffs, bays & pristine turquoise waters of St Vincent Gulf. The perspective from the water is incredible as we pass by Second Valley, Rapid Bay & Cap Sevinge. Amazing geological formations make up the rugged coastline with towering cliff-faces, rolling hills, with caves and hidden coves. We make our way past Rapid Bay and its jetties & quarry to visit the Fur Seal Colony, with a few lazy Seal Lions around Rapid Head. Try and spot soaring White Bellied Sea Eagles circling above the towering cliffs and catch a look at the huge wind turbines of Starfish Hill Wind Farm before making our way back up along the coast to the departure point at Wirrina Cove. Stunning scenic tour through some our South Australian's most Instagrammed coastal locations!

Explore wherever you want in Adelaide today on this private driving tour, that is customizable just for you and your group. You can visit any of the city’s attractions, but note that any entrance fees are extra. Go out to the wine region if you like too. Don’t worry about driving tipsy because your driver will take good care of you and provide door to door service.

There’s more than wine alone to the Barossa Valley, and this private foodie day tour delivers the perfect taster. Traveling in your own vehicle, with onboard Wi-Fi, visit an artisan chocolate maker, a cheese company, three wineries (including Penfolds Barossa Valley Cellar Door) and Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop. Your package includes tea and coffee, but food, drinks and entrance/tasting fees are at your own expense.

Venture into the Adelaide surrounds on this half-day tour including a stop in the charming village of Hahndorf. Shop, dine, and stroll at your leisure among the Germanic-style architecture, and indulge in an optional cellar door wine tasting arranged by your guide. You’ll also take in panoramic views of Adelaide city and plains from the lookout at Mt. Lofty, and see the historic Bridgewater Mill water wheel on this fun and diverse detour from South Australia’s capital.

See and taste the best of two top wine regions–the Barossa Valley and the Adelaide Hills–on one full day tour. With a small group of like-minded travelers you’ll visit six wineries over the course of the day. Learn about the region’s winemaking traditions, enjoy a two-course lunch at one estate, and spend some free time in Adelaide’s oldest German settlement, Hahndorf.