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1. The Big Duck Boat Tours
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Big Duck Victor Harbor – whale-watching & dolphin cruises
Aug 29, 2021
Big Duck Boat Tour is a spectacular ocean experience. Explore inaccessible areas of the coastline in a 7.3m expedition-style rigid inflatable boat. See beautiful seabirds in their natural environment. Dolphin watching and seal watching is also possible on most tours year-round.
Tours include:
- Southern Ocean Adventure – 90 mins
- Seal Island tour – 45 mins
- Sea the Fleurieu tour – 4 hours
Visit: https://www.thebigduck.com.au/
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Granite Island Recreation Park
Granite Island is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor.
Granite Island is around 62 acres and is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor due to its unusual granite formations with crashing white waves, elevated views, flora and fauna, and walking trails that provide outstanding panoramic coastal views.
Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram
Ride the historic Horse Drawn Tram across The Causeway to Granite Island. The Tramway commenced operation in 1894 and is one of two remaining in the world that operate a daily service.
Kaiki Walking Trail
This 2.9 kilometre walking trail takes you on a journey around Granite Island Recreation Park. Follow the link to find our more about the Kaiki Walking Trail, including map and key points of interest.
Dolphin and Whale Watching
Granite Island is situated in the Encounter Marine Park and full of marine life including dolphins, penguins, leafy sea dragons, seals and an abundance of marine life. From May to October you may spot a Southern Right Whale or Humpback Whale while on their annual migration.
Big Duck Boat Tours offer daily tours departing from the Causeway, where can spot dolphins, seals and whales (during whale season).
Find out more on the Encounter Marine Park website, Big Duck Boat Tours , or visit the SA Whale Centre Facebook page for the latest whale sightings.
Big Duck Boat Tours
South Australia’s unique ocean adventure experience. Take our boat tour to see seals, dolphins and whales, as well as spectacular islands, cliffs and beaches. Bookings essential.
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You can find out more about Granite Island Recreation Park on the National Parks website.
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Seal Island Tour - Victor Harbor
Departing from the Granite Island Causeway, a scenic cruise takes you along the northern side of Granite Island past the Horse Tram route and historic Screwpile Jetty and around the breakwater.
Description
- Commentary, spray jackets, life jackets
- 45 minute wildlife cruise
- See spectacular scenery & sea birds
- See Seal Island
- View seabirds including petrels, shearwaters and cormorants
- Dolphin sightings are common
Departing from the Granite Island Causeway, a scenic cruise takes you along the northern side of Granite Island past the Horse Tram route and historic Screwpile Jetty and around the breakwater into the open ocean. A further 5 minutes of exhilarating motoring and you are at Seal Rock, where New Zealand Fur seals and Australian Sea Lions can be seen basking in the sun and often swim to the stationary boat to have a good look at the passengers! Seabirds including petrels, shearwaters and cormorants can also be seen on or around Seal Rock. Common and bottlenose dolphins are also often in the vicinity and sometimes race the boat. After about 15 minutes viewing the wildlife and beautiful scenery at Seal Rock and around Wright Island, The Big Duck returns to the Granite Island Causeway landing.
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Fitness and experience.
- No experience necessary
What to Bring/Wear
- Camera, sunscreen, comfortable weather appropriate clothing
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Cancellation policy.
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
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Experience a spectacular ocean adventure just 60 minutes from Adelaide. See seals, sea lions, dolphins, whales, beautiful islands and coastline. www.thebigduck.com.au Big Duck Boat Tours offer ocean adventures departing Victor Harbor or Ex Adelaide CBD (same day transfer) to the beautiful south coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia ...
Big Duck Boat Tours in Victor Harbor. Big Duck Boat Tours is Victor Harbor's spectacular ocean adventure experience…. See seals, dolphins, seabirds and whales. Explore inaccessible areas of coastline and islands in our 12m expedition-style rigid inflatable boat (RIB) Purpose built for Southern Ocean conditions. Seats 24 passengers.
About. The Big Duck Boat Tours is South Australia's ocean adventure tour. See wildlife such as seals, sea lions, dolphins, sea birds and whales up close within minutes of leaving the dock. Our specially designed, purpose build rigid inflatable boat provides a fast, fun, safe ride so you can relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery.
Book your tickets online for The Big Duck Boat Tours, Victor Harbor: See 316 reviews, articles, and 155 photos of The Big Duck Boat Tours, ranked No.37 on Tripadvisor among 37 attractions in Victor Harbor. ... Sightseeing Tours in Victor Harbor Walking Tours in Victor Harbor Dolphin & Whale Watching in Victor Harbor Speed Boats Tours in Victor ...
Southern Ocean Adventure departing from Victor Harbor. ... For this reason, whale sightings cannot be guaranteed on our tours and winter tours may take the route to see seals, sea lions and dolphins. Monday /Wednesday / Saturday / Sunday 90 Minute Cruise Adult $75 / Child $58.00 (2-15) / Family $235 (2A+2C)
Fleurieu Peninsula. Granite Island Causeway, Victor Harbor, Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia, 5211. 088555 2203. 1800 442 203. [email protected]. www.thebigduck.com.au. Visit Website Book Now. The Big Duck Boat Tour is the Fleurieu Peninsula's spectacular ocean adventure experience. Explore inaccessible areas of coastline, islands ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN ADVENTURE - Victor Harbor. Breathtaking 90-minute tour departing from the iconic Granite Island Causeway, Victor Harbor. Board our specially designed ocean craft 'Kondoli' - 12.5m NAIAD Rigid-Hulled Inflatable Boat & cruise between the mainland and the northern side of Granite Island, affording spectacular views of both the Victor Harbor shoreline and boulder stacked ...
About. The Big Duck Boat Tours is South Australia's ocean adventure tour. See wildlife such as seals, sea lions, dolphins, sea birds and whales up close within minutes of leaving the dock. Our specially designed, purpose build rigid inflatable boat provides a fast, fun, safe ride so you can relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery.
1. The Big Duck Boat Tours. 342. Boat Tours • Dolphin & Whale Watching. By alie46. We loved the trip, enjoyed the commentary and marveled at the dolphins, seals and birds. Top Victor Harbor Dolphin & Whale Watching Activities: See reviews and photos of dolphin & whale watching in Victor Harbor, Australia on Tripadvisor.
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Big Duck Victor Harbor - whale-watching & dolphin cruises. Big Duck Boat Tour is a spectacular ocean experience. Explore inaccessible areas of the coastline in a 7.3m expedition-style rigid inflatable boat. See beautiful seabirds in their natural environment. Dolphin watching and seal watching is also possible on most tours year-round.
Dolphin & Whale Watching in Victor Harbor. Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more. 1 place sorted by traveller favourites. 1. The Big Duck Boat Tours. Saw Seals, Sea Lions & got up close to the magical caves along the coast line.Highly recommend for all ages.
August 25, 2023 by Steve Klein. Big Duck Tours are a great way to experience the marine life around Victor Harbor and Wirrina Cove. You might encounter seals, sea lions and dolphins. The coastal landscape is spectacular too. Victor Harbor is a seaside town on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula. It is just over an hour's drive from Adelaide.
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What we do. Kangaroo Island / Victor Harbor Dolphin Watch is an award winning community volunteer project in partnership with Whale and Dolphin Conservation monitoring dolphin populations on Kangaroo Island since 2005 and Victor Harbor since 2011. Developing understandings of custodianship of these fascinating creatures and habitats, dolphins ...
Just five minutes from Victor Harbor's Granite Island, Seal Island (also known as Seal Rock) attracts seals, sea lions, and nesting seabirds. Get up close to the island and its inhabitants on this short tour by speedy 24-person rigid inflatable boat (RIB), which includes a peek at Wright Island and an introduction to the area's whaling history.
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Granite Island is around 62 acres and is one of the most recognised ecological attractions in Victor Harbor due to its unusual granite formations with crashing white waves, elevated views, flora and fauna, and walking trails that provide outstanding panoramic coastal views. Ride the historic Horse Drawn Tram across The Causeway to Granite Island.
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Seal Island Boat Tour from Victor Harbor. 61. On the Water. 45 minutes. Just five minutes from Victor Harbor's Granite Island, Seal Island (also known as Seal Rock) attracts seals, sea lions, …. Free cancellation. Recommended by 98% of travellers. from. AU$50.
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Our most recommended things to do in Victor Harbor. 1. South Australia: Guided Full-Day Highlights Tour. Get picked up from your accommodation in Glenelg at 9 AM or Adelaide at 9:20 - 9:30 AM for a full day of sightseeing around the gorgeous Fleurieu Peninsula. Enjoy the scenic drive from Adelaide through the Adelaide Hills before arriving in ...