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Vessel Spirit of the Coorong, cruising through the Coorong

The "Spirit of the Coorong" boat cruises on calm water, with a scenic shoreline in the background.

A group of people walks down sandy dunes towards the ocean under a clear blue sky.

Vessel cruises through the waters of the Coorong National Park

A guide showing a young person a native plant, standing in the scrub of the sand dunes

An arial shot of the Young Husband peninsular showing the ocean and protected waters either side.

A child wearing a hat and brown jacket walks through sandy dunes, holding greenery, under a clear sk

Person walking through the dunes, shot is of their feet in boots and the scrub surrounding them

An emu dad and his two fresh chicks walking along the waters edge of the Coorong

A seal lounges on a wooden dock, basking in the sunlight with a relaxed expression.

A person having their wine glass topped up. Wearing a scarf and beanie.

A Parliament of pelicans standing on the mud flats with the blue waters of the Coorong behind them

A close-up of someone walking on sandy terrain, wearing jeans and brown boots.

A long-nosed fur seal, lays in the winter sun on top of the wood railings of the Goolwa Lock,

A long-nosed fur seal looking at the camera as it lays atop the railings at the Goolwa Barrage

A bearded man shows a plant to a young girl in a brown jacket, both exploring nature together.

Guests walking through the native scrub all rugged up for winter.

A man helps a lady down the steps off the front of the boat at Barker's Knoll

Three people stand barefoot on the wet sand at the beach, with waves gently lapping around their fee

Vessel 'Spirit of the Coorong' beached in the Coorong as guest disembark at the bow of the vessel

Crew member talks with mum and child. holding native plant in the Coorong

A child in a brown jacket enjoys a boat ride, gazing at the water with windblown hair.

a woman holding fresh caught pipi cupped in her hands

Four adults in jackets walk along a sandy beach by the ocean, enjoying a sunny, windy day.

A group of people boards the "Spirit of the Coorong" boat on a sunny day by the water.

Two Children and guide digging for pipi using their feet in the tide of 90 Mile Beach

Passenger on board the vessel as it cruises past a fishing village in the Coorong

Half-Day Coorong Experience

Goolwa, South Australia

Escape into the beauty of the Coorong National Park on this half-day Coorong adventure. Departing from Goolwa, the tour takes you on a relaxing cruise along the Murray River, through the Goolwa Barrage. This is where you will likely spot long-nosed fur seals basking in the warming sun, along the way learn about the park's unique ecology, birdlife, and history from your expert guide. The experience includes a delicious lunch and refreshing afternoon tea, with an optional guided walk through the stunning sand dunes to the Ngarrindjeri Midden, a site rich in cultural heritage. Explore the bush-tucker trail, dig for Pipi's on the beach, and feel the cool water between your toes as you enjoy the ocean breeze. As you cruise back, take in the dramatic dunes and iconic film locations, wrapping up a day of scenic beauty, wildlife encounters, and cultural insights. The Half-Day Coorong Experience is the perfect escape, combining nature, adventure, and relaxation in one unforgettable journey

From $125.00

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Derived from 1 person adult rate. Australian Senior, child, family, group rate also available.

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Rate

From $125.00

Capacity

Min 10 · Max 42

Service Update Date

31 Jul 2026

Actively Welcomes People With Access Needs.

Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia), Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss., Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids), Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss., Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.

Service Facility

Carpark, Family Friendly, Non Smoking, Public Toilet

Service Types

Adventure and Outdoors Tours, Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours, Cultural and Theme Tours, Nature and wildlife, Sightseeing Tours, Walking and Biking Tours

Sevice Activity

Birdwatching, Boating, Hiking, Walks

Tour Format

Small Group Tour

Transport

Water - Motorised

Vertical Classifications

Half Day or Less

Fitness

Basic

Accessibility Attribute

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Gallery

The vessel 'Spirit of the Coorong' ready for boarding at the Main Wharf in Goolwa.

Where it starts

Goolwa Main Wharf, Goolwa, South Australia

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