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Canoe The Coorong - Day Tours
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Canoe the Coorong showcases one of South Australia's best kept secrets. located Just 85 km south of Adelaide is the internationally recognised Coorong Wetlands. Canoe the Coorong offers all-inclusive, guided kayaking tours of the Coorong including the Murray Mouth, Goolwa and the South Coorong Lagoon. Tours are suitable for participants of all ages, offering a unique way to see a spectacular part of South Australia.You can book yourself in to the Coorong Tour which explores the Murray Mouth (Goolwa SA). The New Zealand Fur Seal tour which take you to the Goolwa Barrage (Goolwa SA). Or the Pelican Island Tour which explore the famous Pelican Breeding Islands of the southern Coorong Lagoon where over 2000 pelicans breed (Policmans Point SA)
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Lisabubbles
Adelaide12 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We booked on the Sunset Tour for our anniversary and it was simply amazing. Brenton our guide was awesome and full of knowledge about the Coorong, the native animals and plants. It was a nice little work out paddling across the Mouth to the dunes, before a beautiful walk and picnic, full of local produce and wine. The paddle back during sunset was breathtaking (and cruisey with the current). We even saw a couple of seals. Such a wonderful little trip and some amazing memories were made.
Written February 9, 2020
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TinTinTraveller
Greater Adelaide, Australia223 contributions
May 2021 • Family
What an incredible afternoon /sunset paddle. The stunning glow of an amazing sunset in the middle of winter was definitely enough to warm our souls. James was a great guide with an abundance of knowledge , humour and kindness to all of the group. He was a great testament to your business to watch how he kindly supported and encouraged a young fellow paddler that needed extra support without any disruption to the broader group.
To paddle across the mouth of the river with views to the powerful ocean, the pristine Coorong , and the abundance of wildlife especially all the curious seals bobbing around us was simply a world class experience right here in our own back yard. Thank you for such an incredible adventure. Oh and I nearly forgot the wine and cheese platter (with all SA produce) stop was a lovely touch.
To paddle across the mouth of the river with views to the powerful ocean, the pristine Coorong , and the abundance of wildlife especially all the curious seals bobbing around us was simply a world class experience right here in our own back yard. Thank you for such an incredible adventure. Oh and I nearly forgot the wine and cheese platter (with all SA produce) stop was a lovely touch.
Written July 20, 2021
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Hi there, thanks so much for your fabulous review! Love that you had such a great time with James on your tour and we'll be sure to pass on your kind feedback about his assistance of your fellow paddlers. Our team goes above and beyond to ensure everyone has a great time at a safe and enjoyable pace all while surrounded by the majestic beauty of the Coorong National Park and Murray Mouth.
Glad to hear you loved the cheese and wine, we love supporting our fellow local businesses - it's good for everyone!
Thanks again for your great review :)
Written July 25, 2021
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CYeo
Adelaide38 contributions
Oct 2021
We did the sunset kayaking tour and saw the most gorgeous sunset. Brenton was very professional, experienced and even better that he studied ecotourism. He had a world of knowledge about the area, the indigenous culture and food in the area. He also brought the local produce for our sunset tour which is another highlight for us.
We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend it to be the must do experience in Goolwa.
We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and highly recommend it to be the must do experience in Goolwa.
Written November 11, 2021
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Thanks so much! Our tours are based on our ecotourism principles to ensure a sustainable, educational and enjoyable tour for everyone. With the aim of all our guests leaving the Coorong with a little bit more knowledge about the amazing place that it is. Thanks for the amazing review, so glad you enjoyed the tour so much :D
Written December 6, 2021
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Zara Z
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Dec 2020 • Couples
Brenton was the kindest - I had asked to move the tour date 3 times across the span of a year and he was very happy to help. Then we would have had to cancel due to weather conditions and he squeezed us in on that day even though they were fully booked. The tour itself was breathtaking, the views were like a picture and we canoed for at least an hour. The cheese and produce from the area was most delicious and the cookies a beautiful sentiment. The biggest thank you to Brenton and his team, a beautiful establishment.
Written December 28, 2020
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Terry D
3 contributions
Jul 2021
We did the sunset tour which was absolutely amazing! Such a fabulous family trip - even though it was winter, I would highly recommend this during the colder seasons as the wildlife is spectactular. We had a group of seals following us around and playing in the water all around us - so much fun! Also really enjoyed the picnic and they were very accommodating in regards to everything. Just amazing!
Written July 5, 2021
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I'm so glad to hear your enjoyed your Sunset Tour, some people just don't understand that despite the cooler weather, now is the most amazing time to be out exploring the Coorong. So I'm so pleased to hear you had such a great tour! The seals playing amongst the kayaks is always a favourite :)
Thank you so much for your amazing review!
Written July 25, 2021
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miranda i
2 contributions
Jul 2021
My boyfriend and i did the sunset tour and it was absolutely amazing. James was our tour guide and he made the experience so fun as well as respecting mine and my boyfriends personal time. For example when he set up a delicious platter he went for a walk so my boyfriend and I could enjoy it just the 2 of us. The seals were so friendly which I have never experienced before. They came up to the canoes and were waving etc. lastly the paddle back in the sunset was stunning. myself and my boyfriend had the best time and highly recommend the sunset tour for couples wanting a romantic yet adventures date.
Written July 11, 2021
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Hi there, I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed your Sunset Tour so much and will be sure to share your feedback with James. Our team want to make sure you have the best time, whether its just the two of you or a whole family and I'm so glad to hear we were able to make it that little bit extra special for you!
Thanks for your amazing review!
Written July 25, 2021
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Karen
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Oct 2022 • Friends
I paddled with a group of girlfriends. We had the best time with a strongish tide trying to keep our kayaks heading in a straight direction, laughing when we beached ourselves on a sand bar. Our guide kept us safe while on the water explaining where we were going to land to enjoy our cheese , fruit and biscuits platter along with choice of wines and bottled juice. The guided land tour talking about indigenous hunting and food collecting for meals and medicinal purposes added to a very enjoyable time. I'd like to do it again with a clearer evening and hope the sunset puts on another magnificent show. Thanks Reilly (our guide).
Written October 24, 2022
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Alan S
Adelaide, Australia22 contributions
Jan 2022
We did the 3 hour trip around the Goolwa barrage as too windy for the Murray Mouth as planned. This was a late change (just as good) and Brenton kept us us up to speed with the change of venue . Sam our guide was knowledgeable and did a good induction of technique and safety induction before we set off. The trip also included an interpretive walk over the dunes, a swim and afternoon tea. Highly recommended. .
Written January 21, 2022
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Hi Alan, thanks so much for your review of our alternate Sunset tour. We have only recently added the Goolwa Barrage as an alternative when the winds are too strong since it has been a very windy Summer this year. I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed it! We felt we needed to step up with a contingency as many people travel to Goolwa just for our tours and are disappointed if the weather isn't kind, especially if they're travelling through and not returning soon. Having a backup as an option has been fantastic and its great to see some fantastic reviews for this new tour coming through - thank you!
Written January 27, 2022
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Annette T
3 contributions
Jun 2021
We went on the sunset tour, which was absolutely magical. It was fantastic enough just canoeing on the water with the sunet, but to see the seals as well was an amazing unexpected surprise. This was such a special experience and we would highly recommend.
Written June 22, 2021
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Love that you enjoyed your Sunset Tour so much! Winter is the most amazing time to explore the Coorong and the seals just love to show off!
Thanks so much for your great review!
Written July 25, 2021
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Maria K
Darwin, Australia44 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Lovely way to get a different view of the Coorong. Knowledgable guide, great emphasis on bush tucker, Indigenous history and environmental change, and especially nice to have some time to relax in between the paddling. Pretty tired at the end of the day, but very satisfied with a great day out.
Written January 14, 2020
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Do you hire out life jackets
Written April 4, 2024
Hi Brenton,
My husband and 10 year old son will be visiting this September. Will you be around at that time and, if so, are we able to organise some kind of kayaking experience. We are all novices! We are staying at Victor Harbor 18th - 20th and haven't booked anything from there, thinking about Meningi though - then we scoot up to the Barossa for a 150 year Family Reunion on the 24th/25th at Eudunda.
Would love to make this one of our 'to do's.
Thanks
Diane Schild
Written July 11, 2016
Hi Diane
Thanks for the question.
Canoe the Coorong will be back in full swing at the start of September.
If you would like to see what our tours offer please visit our website.
You can also book your tour from here. We can be quite flexible with the date if the weather comes in windy. We also offer a refund if the weather is unsafe to be on the water.
Many of the people that come out kayaking with Canoe the Coorong have never kayaked before, so all our tours are suitable for beginners.
I hope this helps but if you have any questions please feel free to call me on 0424826008 or email Canoethecoorong
kind regards Brenton
Written July 13, 2016
Hello
Just a quick question. Is this a summer only activity. We will be (six or eight of us) at Goolwa for a week in July and may be interested in a three or so hour kayak experience. Also if available what would the cost be?
Thanks
Written April 18, 2015
Hi Lesleigh. Thanks for the message the Coorong is a gorgeous kayak all year round. Unfortunately I will be overseas in July. I can however offer you kayaks to hire and you can explore to Coorong at your leisure. Double kayaks are $90 and single kayaks are $75 per day.
If you would like to discuss options please call me on 0424826008 or email me
Written April 20, 2015
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