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Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise

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Glenelg, AU
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Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise

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Glenelg, AU
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Experience the thrill of swimming with wild dolphins on the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise. Departing from the Glenelg Marina Pier in Adelaide, this 4-hour adventure takes you out into the gulf where thousands of dolphins call home. Led by our knowledgeable Marine Biologists, you'll have the opportunity to try both the Front Swim and Back Swim experiences. In the Front Swim, you'll feel like part of the dolphin pod as they swim alongside the boat. In the Back Swim, you'll submerge yourself in the water and interact with dolphins from a unique perspective. Our friendly staff will do their best to ensure that all swimmers get to see dolphins underwater. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter. Book your spot on the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise today!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 4 hours
  • Suitable for 1-9 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Swim with dolphins in their natural habitat
  • Experience the thrill of interacting with wild dolphins
  • Get up close and personal with marine mammals
  • Enjoy a unique perspective of dolphins underwater
  • Guaranteed sightings of playful and social dolphins
  • Dolphin sightseeing cruise
  • Wetsuits, snorkel and mask
  • Swim with Dolphins
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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Introduction

Join us for an unforgettable experience on the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise in Holdfast Shores, Adelaide. Departing from Glenelg Marina Pier, this 4-hour cruise offers a unique opportunity to spot and swim with dolphins in their natural habitat. With thousands of dolphins residing in the gulf, you are guaranteed to witness these graceful marine mammals up close. Led by our team of dedicated Marine Biologists, this adventure promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter.

What to expect?

During the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise, you can choose between two different swim experiences: the Front Swim and the Back Swim. Our aim is to get all swimmers to see dolphins underwater, and our friendly staff will do their utmost to make this happen. With the Front Swim, you'll have the chance to lie down and become part of the dolphin pod, experiencing firsthand the thrill of wild dolphins swimming within arm's reach. The Back Swim allows you to submerge yourself in the water and view the dolphins from a truly unique perspective. Hold onto our mermaid lines off the back of the vessel and enjoy remarkable interactions with these magnificent creatures.

Who is this for?

The Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise is perfect for both nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Whether you are an experienced swimmer or a beginner, this experience caters to all skill levels. Families, friends, and solo travelers are all welcome to join in on the fun. The activity is open to anyone who desires an extraordinary encounter with dolphins and wishes to appreciate the beauty of marine life.

Why book this?

Embark on the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise and create memories that will last a lifetime. This unique experience allows you to connect with nature in a way that few others can. Imagine the excitement of swimming alongside dolphins, feeling as if you are part of their pod. Our custom-made swim net securely fastened between the bows of Temptation provides an unparalleled opportunity to witness these incredible creatures up close. With the guidance of our knowledgeable Marine Biologists, you can learn about the dolphins' behavior and gain a deeper appreciation for their natural habitat.

Good to know

Please be aware that direct physical interaction with the dolphins, such as touching or feeding, is not permitted. However, the proximity and ability to observe these intelligent creatures is an incredible experience in itself. The tour includes all necessary equipment, so you can simply focus on enjoying the adventure. The meeting point for the cruise is at the Marina Pier in Glenelg, and boarding takes place 15 minutes prior to departure time. Please remember to bring your swimsuit, sun protection, and a sense of adventure!

Reviews

Previous participants in the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise have raved about their experiences, describing them as nothing short of magical. People have expressed their awe and delight at being able to swim alongside wild dolphins and witness their playful behavior. The professionalism and knowledge of the Marine Biologists have been praised for enhancing the overall encounter. Participants have left with a newfound respect for these intelligent creatures and a sense of gratitude for the opportunity to connect with them in their natural environment. Overall, reviews highlight the Wild Dolphin Swim Cruise as an incredible adventure that should not be missed.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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10 Holdfast Promenade

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Glenelg

Reviews

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5 (33)

Perrine L

Magical experience 🩵 the crew has been amazing, so friendly and you can see that they absolutely love their job! Thank you again, my childhood dream came true yesterday 🐬 we’ve been so lucky, we’ve seen sooo many dolphins ! That was incredible 💙

alexdelarosac

Worth every penny one of the best experiences in my life . Affordable, the crew was extremely nice, I did get to see the dolphins close enough, I mean what else can you ask for. Increible la experiencia, no es caro la atencion es muy buena, uno si ve los delfines bien de cerca la verdad, vale mucho la pena lo recontra recomiendo

shanerG1396UA

Great experience as a swimmer and my husband enjoyed the views on deck. The crew were determined and patient with persistence for all customers to have 2 great dolphin experiences. We really appreciated their diligence. They were friendly and informative.

fionagO6146VS

Took a while to find the dolphins but once we did it was a magical experience seeing the dolphins under water and hearing them communicate to each other. Highlight of our trip and well worth doing. Staff very friendly.

amysA831BO

Awesome had a great morning all staff knowledgeable and super friendly would recommend taking a go pro we preferred the front swim would gladly lay there for the whole trip great value

ehjones28

The most amazing dolphin swim trip I have ever done! I have been travelling in Australia over a year now so was not expecting to see anything I hadn’t already, but this tour was absolutely unbelievable from start to finish! The staff were incredible, all marine biologists so super knowledgeable on the dolphins and ensured we were interacting with them in a safe and ethical way. We spent loads of time in the water and the group size was not too big, I must have swam with at least 20 different dolphins! We got an incredible view up close of dolphins and babies, they were super playful and so came up really close to us! The crew took some amazing photos for us to keep as well and the equipment was clean and good quality. Couldn’t recommend more - an unforgettable experience!

Graeme V

The whole experience on the Temptation was wonderful. We arrived at 1/4 to 8 and were greeted by the friendly and efficient staff. Guests were instructed on the safety aspects, then off we went. Within the first 5 minutes we had spotted a dolphin, then from then on it was dolphins everywhere! The staff made sure that everybody on board had seen the dolphins and were safe. The weather was exceptional and the water like glass. Value for $$$ was again exceptional. We arrived back after 12 feeling ultra relaxed and thankful for what we had seen.

shennurb

I would highly recommend the dolphins watching/swimming experience. It was absolutely breathtaking. The dolphins were super close and at times only a feet or two away when we were on the swimming nets. It was absolutely surreal. I felt like I was watching a vertical reality video when watching the dolphins from the net whilst under the water. We were fortunate enough to interact with 2 pods of dolphins and see a few smaller groups of dolphins swimming along the way as well. The crew were lovely and so informative and welcoming. It did take a little bit to find the second group of dolphins to interact with, but it was so worth the wait - as it gave everyone some time to enjoy the views, company and boat ride. Would definitely recommend.

FuudTrip

We booked as a couple, one to swim with the dolphins ($149) and the other to watch ($88) as more of a sightseeing cruise. There were plenty of dolphins about and the crew seemed to know the best locations to scout them out. Dolphin welfare was important to the crew which was great to see. Their tips about where to look at what times was helpful to those in the water. It was a large group onboard with a real mix of those swimming and those not, I’d say about half half. Our swimmer got into the front net twice during the four hour trip, with multiple opportunities to get on the ropes at the back. He said the back ropes were not really great for either seeing dolphins or enjoyment. It was more like just hanging on! The front net area was enjoyed by all it seemed, so more access to that for each swimmer would be much better - perhaps the groups need to be smaller so those swimming get more opportunity to get in the front nets. It was also quite strenuous climbing in/out of both front and back areas so physical capability is definitely required. As a non swimmer there was just nowhere to sit! Well, on the deck obviously, but there’s no actual seating so you’ll be sitting on your bum on a wet deck for 4 hours. There is one raised bench right at the front but you have to climb over a soft suspended net to get to it. While the crew are spotting dolphins everyone must be seated at all times, so everyone on the boat was crouched down or sitting on the deck. It would be really quite easy for some bench seats to be installed around the centre deck of the boat. The boat itself really is neglected. The toilets were revolting and the bottom deck was rusty, musty and pretty yuck. There are no refreshments available on board so you have to take your own, even bottled water! We’d have liked to see waters handed out, especially for those doing the swim as they were in salty water and doing lots of activity. Personally we wouldn’t recommend this as a ‘watch’ activity, go along if you wish to be in the water with the dolphins.

Q230OVsandyb

Up close and personal - simply awesome! Lovely to be in the water with these fabulous creatures and so close - we particularly loved the front net swim. This cruise is extremely well organised and all crew members have studied Marine Biology and are very attuned to the welfare of the dolphins.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-26 22:04
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