Seal Island Boat Tour from Victor Harbor

Highlights

  • Look for marine life including seals, sea lions, and dolphins on an RIB cruise

  • Captain provides commentary on wildlife and Encounter Bay history

  • Boat features full sun protection, a restroom, and comfortable seats

  • Great opportunity for birdwatchers to spot Southern Ocean species

Summary

Board your vessel, a 37-foot (11.3-meter) rigid inflatable boat (RIB), which is well suited to conditions in the Southern Ocean. Your spacious boat boasts full sun protection, comfortable seating for as many as 24 passengers, and on board restroom. Depart from the Granite Island Causeway hug the northern side of Granite Island, passing the Penguin Centre and Horse Tram route before rounding the breakwater to reach the open ocean. Your captain opens up the throttle and gets you to Seal Rock in about five minutes. There, you can see, Australian sea lions and New Zealand fur seals at rest and at play. You might spot common and bottlenose dolphins in the vicinity of Seal Rock. The playful dolphins sometimes swim alongside the boat. Seabirds including cormorants, petrels, and shearwaters can also be sighted in the area. Have about 10 minutes to view the marine life at Seal Rock, then set out towards Wright Island where your captain shares details about the region's history of whaling. Your tour ends with return to the Granite Island Causeway at the end of your 45-minute tour.

Tour info

Duration
45 minutes
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Why take this tour?

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. If you’re in luck, bottlenose dolphins may swim alongside the boat.

What’s included?

  • Live commentary on board

  • Professional guide

  • Drinks

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 45m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

The Big Duck Boat Tours

About operator:

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. Experience the Southern Ocean and learn about our history, geography and wildlife through an informative commentary provided by a friendly, knowledgeable local guide.

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