Highlights
Spirit of the Coorong Adventure Cruise is the ultimate 6-hour cruise experience, which goes deep into the Coorong National Park and includes 2 guided walks.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Goolwa Main Wharf, Goolwa
Return Details
- Goolwa Main Wharf, Goolwa
Duration
6 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: The Goolwa Barrage
Barrage Road, Goolwa, South Australia
Our Adventure Cruise departs from the Main Wharf in the old river port town of Goolwa. Cruise to the Goolwa Barrage, through the lock and into the Coorong National Park to view the mouth of the River Murray.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Coorong National Park
Meningie, South Australia
From the mouth the cruise heads into the pristine waters of the Coorong, past the spectacular white sand dunes and birdlife, as your captain provides an informative and entertaining commentary on the passing scenes, bird life and history of the area.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Younghusband Peninsula
Coorong, SA 5264
Disembark for a guided walk through the sand dunes of the Younghusband Peninsula to the undisturbed white sandy beaches of the Great Southern Ocean. Along the walk your guide will talk about the cockle industry here, the sand dune flora and fauna and how the Aboriginal people lived in the area.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Ewe Island
Coorong, SA 5264
A delicious lunch of cold meats and salads is served with tea or coffee (special meals are available by prior request – vegetarian, gluten free etc) as the cruise continues deeper into the Coorong waterway. As you pass the Ewe Island and Tauwitchere Barrages, that separate the estuary Coorong from fresh water Lake Alexandrina, your captain will explain the man-made barrage and lock system that extends along the River Murray and tell you of the associated benefits and environmental impacts. Deep into the Coorong, at Cattle Point, walk with your guide into the sand dunes again to learn more about the Aboriginal occupation of the area, see the middens left around their old campsites and discover fresh water as the Aboriginals did. Afternoon tea is served as the cruise returns past the imposing sand dunes and back through the lock to the Goolwa Wharf where the cruise ends.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Local guides
- Afternoon tea
- Lunch
- Morning tea
- Expert commentary
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Spirit of the Coorong in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
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Fine Print
7-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operators terms and conditions for this offer here.
Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.