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Coorong, River & Lakes Experience

Back to Spirit of the Coorong
People stand on a dock beside the "Spirit of the Coorong" boat under a bridge on a sunny day.
An older couple in jackets smile and walk together on a dock, with a woman in the background.
The "Spirit of the Coorong" boat cruises on calm water, with a scenic shoreline in the background.
Close-up of the "Spirit of the Murray" boat on water, with a cloudy sky in the background
A captain steers the "Spirit of the Coorong" boat, with smiling passengers seated behind him.
A seal lounges on a wooden dock, basking in the sunlight with a relaxed expression
View of the Murray Mouth
Great egret, wading through the shallow water
Group of pelicans

About Coorong, River & Lakes Experience

Goolwa, South Australia

Experience the Coorong, River, and Lower Lakes like never before on this extraordinary once-a-year adventure! With only two departures from the Goolwa Wharf annually, this is your exclusive chance to explore one of Australia’s most captivating waterways. Board the Spirit of the Murray and cruise upstream, taking in picturesque views of Goolwa and Hindmarsh Island. Highlights include the serene Point Sturt, Lake Alexandrina—the country’s largest freshwater lake—and historic landmarks like Raukkan Aboriginal Mission, Point Malcolm Lighthouse, and Narrung as you pass through the “narrows” connecting Lake Alexandrina to Lake Albert. In Meningie, transfer to the Spirit of the Coorong and glide through the breathtaking Coorong National Park. Witness the Murray Mouth, cross barrages and islands, and navigate the Goolwa Lock before returning to the historic Goolwa Port. This immersive journey offers a rare chance to explore South Australia’s iconic waterways in both upstream and downstream formats. Secure your spot today for this unforgettable experience! Contact Spirit of the Coorong for departure details.

From $180.00

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$120 per Adult ($165 per concession)

What's included

Actively Welcomes People With Access Needs.

  • Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
  • 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)

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

Tour Format

  • Large Group Tour

Transport

  • Water - Motorised

Vertical Classifications

  • Full Day

Fitness

  • Basic

Accessibility

  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Service details

Capacity

Capacity

Min 10 · Max 38

Pricing

Pricing notes

$120 per Adult ($165 per concession)

Departs

Departs from

1 Cutting Road, Goolwa, South Australia

Ends

Ends at

1 Cutting Road, Goolwa, South Australia

Updated

Last updated

08 May 2025

Where it starts

1 Cutting Road, Goolwa, South Australia

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