Spirit of the Coorong Discovery Cruise is our 3.5 hour cruise which takes you past the Murray Mouth and into the Coorong National Park with expert commentary and a guided walk.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Goolwa Barrage, Barrage Road, Goolwa, South Australia Australia
A delicious lunch is served on board as we cruise downstream from the port of Goolwa along the historic wharf & towards the Goolwa Barrage. Travel through the lock chamber, down to sea level and spot a few lazy fur-seals lounging about.
Pass By: Murray Mouth, Goolwa, South Australia 5001 Australia
We then meander along the waterways of the Coorong, following the last kilometres of the mighty Murray River to the Murray Mouth and the its opening to the Southern Ocean.
Cruise on past the Murray Mouth and into Storm Boy country, passing by the quaint fishing village of the Coorong Shacks before pulling up onto the beach for a optional guided walk through the dunes, Indigenous Midden site, rich cultural interpretation and bush-tucker trail to the infamous 90-Mile Beach and the roaring Southern Ocean.
Learn the 'Coorong Shuffle' and dig for Pipi's on the beach before returning back to the vessel and continuing our cruise past Storm Boy filming sites and towering dunes. Afternoon Tea is served on the meandering return journey back to Goolwa.
Beautiful scenery, bird-life, seals and expert commentary along the way - this 3.5 hour cruise of Discovery is the perfect way to see the remote and wondrous wetlands of the Coorong.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Goolwa Barrage, Barrage Road, Goolwa, South Australia Australia
A delicious lunch is served on board as we cruise downstream from the port of Goolwa along the historic wharf & towards the Goolwa Barrage. Travel through the lock chamber, down to sea level and spot a few lazy fur-seals lounging about.
Pass By: Murray Mouth, Goolwa, South Australia 5001 Australia
We then meander along the waterways of the Coorong, following the last kilometres of the mighty Murray River to the Murray Mouth and the its opening to the Southern Ocean.
Cruise on past the Murray Mouth and into Storm Boy country, passing by the quaint fishing village of the Coorong Shacks before pulling up onto the beach for a optional guided walk through the dunes, Indigenous Midden site, rich cultural interpretation and bush-tucker trail to the infamous 90-Mile Beach and the roaring Southern Ocean.
Learn the 'Coorong Shuffle' and dig for Pipi's on the beach before returning back to the vessel and continuing our cruise past Storm Boy filming sites and towering dunes. Afternoon Tea is served on the meandering return journey back to Goolwa.
Beautiful scenery, bird-life, seals and expert commentary along the way - this 3.5 hour cruise of Discovery is the perfect way to see the remote and wondrous wetlands of the Coorong.
Reviews
Stay821212 - 5/5
The whole trip was excellent. Informative commentary both on and off the boat. Great to walk through the sand dunes to Goolwa Beach. Very very relaxing and wonderful scenery and bird life.
22ericak - 5/5
Fabulous and informative tour. Staff knowledge was terrific and very friendly tour operators. Lunch was perfect...
Highly recommend.
X1042FYMoB - 5/5
It was a very enjoyable experience and very informative. Loved seeing the seals up close, all the black swans, migratory birds and a pair of white bellied sea eagles. The optional walk through the dunes to 9 mile beach was an added bonus and again accompanied by information on the various plants and rocks. We were lucky enough to see an Emu in the dunes.
The picnic style lunch provided was lovely.
We took the trip on a cool May day so my advice would be, wear many layers! Also, binnoculars are a great asset.
jesseshep1995 - 5/5
Friendly staff, lots of interesting information about the history of the area. Very relaxing afternoon and a nice beach walk to break up the trip. Beer and wine served aboard was a nice bonus too.
Gilbags - 4/5
Went on 3:5 hour cruise with lunch. Very enjoyable even though day was a bit cold and with showers. Lunch was good and staff on boat were excellent. Both had a lot of information to share. Saw a lot of bird life and seals in a couple of places. Would recommend it to anyone. The walk through the sand hills was good too and we saw a large emu.
U4331OWrickb - 5/5
I have to say the cruise was above my expectation. We took off at 1pm and it was cold , and wet, but the crew were great and very attentive and informative. I joked with them i had taken a 1000 photos, and found i had actually taken 721 photos. I had a brilliant, and learned a lot. I will be doing it again with my Father when he comes over from the UK in September. The wildlife is just amazing, and what topped it off for me was seeing and photographing a pair of Sea Eagles sitting in bushes on the sand dunes of the Coorong. What a way to top it off.
P2704GJshanec - 5/5
Great way to experience the Coorong.
Very comfortable boat with a friendly and knowledgeable crew.
I can highly recommend this afternoon cruise.
Pommiepete - 5/5
Excellent trip and highly recommended in a different part of SA. Informative and knowledgeable staff. Good fresh food, wildlife and an easy walk to the ocean. Very professional and clean. Great value.
lindalX9864MY - 5/5
The whole cruise was wonderful! We had a great tour guide who gave us information around the history of the Coorong as well as up to date information. The walk in the sand dunes was informative and enjoyable. Lunch and afternoon tea was included in the tour which was delightful! Would highly recommend this tour!
michellesH4519GY - 5/5
Excellent cruise. Staff friendly and full of information. Great lunch as well. Boat spotless and clean.
Relaxed enjoyable day. Thanks.
Michelle
Inclusions
- Afternoon tea
- Lunch
- Expert commentary
- Local guides
- Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Terms & Conditions
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 46 travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons