Dolphin Explorer Cruise

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The Dolphin Explorer provides a perfect way to escape for a couple of hours on a refreshing and relaxing cruise along the Port River.



With the sound and smell of the sea assailing my senses and a brisk breeze blowing away cobwebs, I thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the front deck, viewing the passing scenery and sea birds and watching dolphins as they swam past or frolicked alongside the boat from time to time.



The Port River is part of the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and is the only place in the world where wild dolphins live within a city. It is home to approximately 30 frequently observed Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphins, most of which have been identified and named.

The captain of the boat alerts passengers whenever a dolphin is sighted, and also provides interesting commentary on the passing landmarks, historic sites and industry along the Port River.



Some passengers choose to sit on the top shaded sun deck with an all-around view and others, not so keen on the fresh air, sit inside in air conditioned comfort, viewing the scenery through panoramic widows. A lift provides wheelchair access to all decks and facilities, including toilets.



Food available on the boat ranges from a bucket of hot potato chips to a very reasonably priced sit down main meal, with or without dessert and tea or coffee. All food is freshly prepared and cooked in fully equipped, on-board galleys.



The Dolphin Explorer ties up at Queens Wharf near the red lighthouse at the end of Commercial Road, Port Adelaide. Tickets are available from a blue van on the wharf. Ample free parking can be found in nearby streets and paid parking is available in sites around the wharf area.



Cruises are available most days, including Sundays and Public Holidays, and during school holidays two cruises are run every day. Specific times and dates can be checked on the website www.dolphinexplorer.com.au.

At only $8.00 per adult and $6.00 per child a cruise on the Dolphin Explorer is a more than worthwhile experience and one which I highly recommend.



The Dolphin Explorer also provides cruises for seniors, clubs, groups, and on special occasions, such as Christmas. It can be chartered for private lunchtime or dinner cruises, weddings, parties and other celebrations or gatherings. It has two function decks with full bar, dining and dancing facilities. All details and a downloadable brochure are available at www.dolphinexplorer.com.au.

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