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Adventure Kayaking SA
Adventure Kayaking SA
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Adventure Kayaking SA is ensuring adventure is alive in Adelaide, South Australia. Kayaking and Standup Paddle boarding are fun, safe and with us suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. Our paddling tours, hire or lessons are designed for all to enjoy... whether your first time or if you are a seasoned paddler. If you are visiting Adelaide our tours offer experiences even "locals" don't know exists; if you are from Adelaide enjoy a spectacular short holiday without leaving home! Paddling at the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and Ships Graveyard and seeing the Port River Dolphins has been voted one of the TOP FOUR MUST DO ACTIVITIES IN ADELAIDE. Exploring the sea caves and viewing the friendly seals at RAPID BAY by SEA KAYAK is a day of high adventure. We also provide fun social and team building sessions for business and social groups and and great educational programs for school groups. Our paddling experiences suit all ages. All you need is good general health and a sense of adventure. By kayak or SUP you can encounter sensitive wildlife without causing any damage or lasting disturbance. You won't even leave your footprints! We use one, two and three person sea kayaks and SUP boards specifically chosen so that your experience is one of enjoying the places you explore and the company of the people you are with. All our adventures are lead by friendly guides who are fully accredited, carry first-aid kits and are trained in emergency response. If you are adventurous, a family who plays together, friendship, business, social or school group we guarantee that our kayaking and SUP experiences will be enjoyed by all. Don't just take our word for about it , we're very biased! Explore the other features of our website for further information and images of people like you having the best fun ever! Come join us soon.
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On the Water
3 hours
Free cancellation
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Recommended by 96% of travelers
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375leahj
Adelaide, Australia91 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
My 8 year old nephew and I did this during the school holidays and we had so much fun! Jas was our guide and she was absolutely fantastic. Paddling through the Mangroves was so tranquil and it was also very interesting to hear about the history as well as what is being done to protect them and the dolphins. Probably could have gotten a better day that wasn’t so windy, but after I got my head around the rudder it made it so much easier. My nephew enjoyed it so much that he now thinks we should buy a kayak! Apparently, I am now the best auntie ever!
Written October 14, 2023
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Hi There, Thankyou so much for the great review. We are glad you and your nephew enjoyed the tour and hope to see you both again on another one.
Written October 22, 2023
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teacher_from_Iowa
Iowa62 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We had two guides (Tom and Mal) who were helpful, professional, and friendly. They did a nice job of dealing kindly with a wide range of skill and stamina levels of the participants. We started off heading towards the shipwrecks, and on the way there, dolphins fins were spotted, so we all took our paddles out of the water, as we had been instructed on how to be respectful of the wildlife. How thrilling to have a mother with her calf swim right between our kayaks for a close-up look!! The shipwrecks were interesting to see, and we enjoyed hearing some of the history surrounding the vessels scuttled in this area. Next we went to the mangrove tunnel, which was also very cool. The equipment was all good - kayaks, paddles, life vests, and (semi)waterproof flotation containers for our valuables. There was quite a crowd of us all waiting to get out of the water since two groups ended at the same time, but that wasn't a big deal. It was a fun and interesting excursion!
Written March 26, 2023
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paulrobinson2
Launceston, Australia1 contribution
Feb 2021
The service from Adventure Kayaking was professional all the way with instructions and tips before we commenced that were simple to understand, from an experienced guide (who wore a smile throughout). The one page sheet on rules and map whilst paddling around the dolphins was easy to read. And dolphins we saw! Well recommended
Written February 28, 2021
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neilw007
Craigavon, UK12 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
We booked this tour based on previous reviews.
We turned up 30 min prior as instructed and @10am still no one had arrived. We eventually got speaking to someone on the telephone who told us the tour had been cancelled. No cancellation email or any kind of communication to say the tour was not going ahead. We asked to be booked back on and were told nothing available for 2 weeks. They told us it was cancelled because of weather conditions? Every other kayak tour in the area was going ahead?? There did not seem to be anyone else around waiting like us so I can only assume they were low in numbers that day and decided not to turn up for 2 customers.
As I said, we booked this tour based on previous reviews which were good but we were left extremely disappointed after a 40 minute drive. If you value your time I would suggest booking with another company.
We turned up 30 min prior as instructed and @10am still no one had arrived. We eventually got speaking to someone on the telephone who told us the tour had been cancelled. No cancellation email or any kind of communication to say the tour was not going ahead. We asked to be booked back on and were told nothing available for 2 weeks. They told us it was cancelled because of weather conditions? Every other kayak tour in the area was going ahead?? There did not seem to be anyone else around waiting like us so I can only assume they were low in numbers that day and decided not to turn up for 2 customers.
As I said, we booked this tour based on previous reviews which were good but we were left extremely disappointed after a 40 minute drive. If you value your time I would suggest booking with another company.
Written January 17, 2023
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Kay B
Adelaide, Australia49 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Great morning paddling around to the ship graveyard and then a lovely paddle through the mangroves. Felt very safe as Phil and Andrew told us exactly where to paddle to avoid the strong current and gave us interesting facts about what we saw. Highly recommend.
Written March 12, 2023
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Brad B
2 contributions
Aug 2020
Blessed with an unusually warm and sunny winters day we received a warm welcome from the team at Adventure Kayaking SA and after a thorough yet efficient run down on the equipment we were off paddling! Touring the ship graveyard and taking in an entertaining history lesson was fascinating. after which we had a leisurely paddle to the mangroves and creeks that make up the dolphin sanctuary of which many of it's residents where happy to interact with us and put on a show.
I have paddled many places in my life from ocean to the Murray River and in-between, this is a unique and magical experience that is second to none. My partner very spoilt on her first kayaking experience, we both very much look forward to joining you at Rapid Bay one day soon!
Thank you for creating wonderful memories :)
I have paddled many places in my life from ocean to the Murray River and in-between, this is a unique and magical experience that is second to none. My partner very spoilt on her first kayaking experience, we both very much look forward to joining you at Rapid Bay one day soon!
Thank you for creating wonderful memories :)
Written August 13, 2020
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Thanks Brad B for your comments. I really enjoyed paddling with you and your partner too!!
Written August 28, 2020
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shazzie10aust
Adelaide, Australia63 contributions
Dec 2020
All the kayaks were laid out ready to go, with plenty of staff to assist (so no waiting around). We had been on the group tour a few years back, so just hired a two person kayak for the 3 hours. A lovely person went through everything with us letting us know the best direction to take and what to see. It helped that the weather was perfect. We saw 4 dolphins. Kayak and equipment was of good quality. We will be back again .
Written January 3, 2021
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Thanks shazzie10aust for coming kayaking with us again and your extensive review of the way we do things...it is our aim to give great service to every customer !
Written January 11, 2021
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teecee2021
1 contribution
Jan 2021 • Family
Our family had a great morning kayaking in the beautiful dolphin sanctuary. We loved the trip into the mangroves (seeing them from a different perspective was different and very interesting). We were novice kayakers aged from 73 down to 10 years old and a bit nervous but our guide Ian soon put our minds at rest. He was very friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and patient with us and even though we didn't see any dolphins while on our kayaks we saw 6 or more a bit later that were very close to the ramp. We highly recommend Adventure Kayaking SA.
Written January 10, 2021
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Thanks for your comments teecee2021 and so glad you had a great time of it!
Written January 11, 2021
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BarryCrossley
Greater Adelaide, Australia1 contribution
Nov 2020
Right from the start our guide Elise was fantastic. Elise was well organised, gave clear and concise instructions, was super friendly and was very knowledgeable about the area. Equipment was well maintained and clean. Would highly recommend Adventure Kayaking SA for kayaking.
Written November 8, 2020
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Hi BarryCrossley and thanks for your review of what we love to provide! Paddling in the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary is truely a great local experience!
Written December 9, 2020
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Ben S
1 contribution
Dec 2020 • Solo
I had a fantastic session yesterday with Elise and Dave! I've been kayaking for just over a year now but wanted some technical pointers to mitigate wrist and elbow injuries.
They both have some advice on better techniques and now I'm feeling much more confident on the water and able to generate a lot more power and speed than I had been able previously.
Now looking forward to doing the sea kayaking course and getting ready for some longer expeditions.
They both have some advice on better techniques and now I'm feeling much more confident on the water and able to generate a lot more power and speed than I had been able previously.
Now looking forward to doing the sea kayaking course and getting ready for some longer expeditions.
Written December 23, 2020
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Thanks LooseSox for your comments. loom us up again when you want to get into some more kayaking.
Written December 28, 2020
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Hello, what's the best time of year to see Dolphins? 😊 Whats out chances in October? Thank you
Written September 20, 2023
Does anyone know what time they do the 3 hour tours? I can't find the info anywhere on their web site. Thank you!
Written August 10, 2016
Adventure K
Adelaide, Australia
The start time is generally 10am however this can change due to tides and weather. To see the time for any given day go to the bookings calendar where all tour and hire sessions are given and the start time. This information is on the second screen in the booking process.
Written August 12, 2016
How do we get here from Glenelg? We will most likely be using public transport.
Written November 24, 2015
Adventure K
Adelaide, Australia
Hi we would be able to offer a transfer from Glenelg to the kayaking. After the kayaking we would drop you to the Pt Adelaide Train station where you could catch a train into Adelaide and then tram back to Glenelg
Written November 30, 2015
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