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Adelaide City Kayak Tour

4.8 (8 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Adelaide City Kayak Tour

About this activity

A unique ecofriendly kayak experience – Join in the only guided kayak tour of the River Torrens. The River Torrens, also known as Karrawirra Parri, is the most significant stretch of inland water for Adelaide.

Get a glimpse of the iconic Adelaide Oval – Adelaide Oval is an iconic landmark and is home to many sporting events including AFL and cricket, along with festivities and concerts held in Adelaide.

Spot the wildlife – The river is home to an abundance of wildlife both in and on top of the water. Spot the various fish species as they swim past your kayak or perhaps keep and eye out for some wildlife on the banks of the river, including waterfowl, pacific black ducks and black swans.

Admire the city surrounds and parklands – The river runs past the city and through the Northern parklands. You will kayak past some of the local's favourite walkways and bike tracks, sporting areas and parks along with the parklands that are regularly used for annual festivals and cultural events.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Earth Adventure

Ages: Children (8–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Double and single kayaks
  • Included: No experience is necessary as each tour includes full instruction, a safety briefing and all gear
  • Included: 90 minutes paddling on Adelaide’s scenic River Torrens in the heart of the city (departs Pinky Flat)
  • Included: Kayaking tour led by our expert kayaking guides

Not included

  • Not included: Private transportation
  • Not included: Food and beverages

Itinerary

View Adelaide from the River Torrens and paddle past riverbank highlights such as the Adelaide Oval, Sky City and the Riverbank Precinct Pedestrian Bridge. For 90-minutes you will be attended by our qualified kayaking guides, allowing you to enjoy this relaxing experience on the footsteps of the city. With a maximum of eight people per tour, you get to enjoy scenic views of the cityscape and surrounding river bank environment while you learn about the history and significance of the River Torrens and surrounds.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Adelaide Oval

  3. Adelaide Festival Centre

  4. Torrens Weir

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please meet at the Earth Adventure flags

    WHAT TO BRING

    Clothes and foot-wear you don’t mind getting wet, towel, hat, sunscreen,

    strap for glasses, water bottle

    Dress for the weather and assume you will get a bit wet from the paddles

    If your camera is not waterproof a dry bag is recommended

End point

  • Please meet at the Earth Adventure flags

    WHAT TO BRING

    Clothes and foot-wear you don’t mind getting wet, towel, hat, sunscreen,

    strap for glasses, water bottle

    Dress for the weather and assume you will get a bit wet from the paddles

    If your camera is not waterproof a dry bag is recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Minimum age is 8 years old

  • Children 8 to 12 years must be accompanied in a kayak with someone aged 13+

  • Maximum weight is 120kg, please contact us for further information

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 8 reviews
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