Port Noarlunga Beach

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Just half an hour from Adelaide, Port Noarlunga is a fantastic destination for some summer fun. What makes this beach so special is the reef, a natural rock pile which runs parallel to shore for over 1.5 km. This protective barrier shields the beach from waves, large sea creatures, and strong rip currents. The best time to visit Port Noarlunga is at low tide when the reef is exposed and the water is clearer.



The beach is quite protected, making it ideal for families with young children and teenagers. A few tiny reefs can be found just off the white sandy beach, ready for swimmers and snorkelers to explore. The jetty takes you out 400m to the edge of the reef, with a resident school of fish at the end just waiting for food. Mostly Silver Sweep, they are extremely fond of bread - so much so that they will eat it right out of your hand. This is an awesome experience - the fish swarm in large numbers, snatching food and flashing past with great vitality!



Take great care if swimming the length of the jetty to the reef, as many fishermen cast their lines here. The distance is quite deceptive, though there are stairs mid-way.

From the end of the jetty, snorkelling is beautiful in both directions. The reef is home to Leatherjackets, rays, cuttlefish, starfish, crabs and more. The water is 7-9 meters deep, but the top of the reef is flat and easy to get on to at low tide. Crabs and shells decorate the rocks and various squishy plants on the surface, and the sun-warmed pools are great to bathe in.



Finish at The Reef Café at the end of the jetty, which provides the traditional options of hot chips and ice cream.

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