MURRAY MOUTH CRUISE

Set off on a picturesque 90-minute journey with Spirit of the Coorong. This cruise offers the perfect introduction to the stunning Coorong region, integrating our expert commentary with the serene landscapes and history of the area. A scenic cruise like no other!

Highlights & inclusions:

  • Expert Commentary: Learn about the region’s rich history and natural beauty from our knowledgeable guides.

  • Scenic Views: Explore the waterways of the Coorong, following the final stretch of the mighty Murray River to the Murray Mouth and the Southern Ocean.

  • Wildlife Encounters: Winter is Seal Season here in the Coorong, spot Long-Nosed Fur Seals lounging about the Goolwa Lock, or get up close to the colony basking in the waters at the Murray Mouth!

  • Cruise in Comfort: Travel aboard our custom made vessels with comfortable seating and upper deck for the perfect view of the Coorong.

  • Kids Activity Books: Keep children engaged with our free onboard activity booklets, spot wildlife and learn along the way!

WINTER SPECIAL

WINTER SPECIAL

Kids Travel Free - Through June, July, August & September we have a special where kids cruise free of charge on our ‘Murray Mouth Cruise’. Limited to 1x Free Child Ticket Per Adult Ticket purchased.

Seals Guaranteed - With Long-Nose Fur Seals wintering inside the Coorong & Murray Mouth, they are usually in abundance & makes for an amazing cool season delight.

Tour sessions for qualifying period have been adjusted in our booking pages. Only appliable for bookings make direct through Spirit of the Coorong (website or/ reservations office), Agent bookings will not be eligible.

TOUR SEASON:

Operates Year Round:

  • Monday, Thursday & Saturday @10:30am

PRICING:

$60 Adults

$53 Concession

$36 Children (2-15 years)

$165 Family (2A+2C)

AUTUMN - WINTER SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

  • Fur Seals, Fur Seals, Fur Seals…. Through the cooler months Long-Nose Fur Seals use the Murray Mouth & Coorong as haul-out zone. Wintering in the easy fishing opportunities of the wetlands & protecting themselves from ocean predators. It’s an incredible treat through winter to see Seals up close!

  • Seals Guaranteed.

  • Generally quieter time of year with gorgeous moody Storm Boy skies and landscapes.

  • Kids Travel Free promotion through select cooler winter months.

SPRING - SUMMER SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

  • Migratory Birds from the artic tundra arrive & feast on tidal sandbars through Spring & Summer.

  • Lower tides expose tidal sandbars & mudflats creating excellent bird refugia & open birdwatching opportunities.

  • Great South Coast weather in sheltered waterways

  • Flowering & Fruiting bushfoods in abundance.


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