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Kangaroo Island Dolphin Boat Trips

Boat with dolphins off the Kangaroo Island coast near Penneshaw.

Two Kangaroo Island boat trips, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $61.74 to $136.81.

Kangaroo Island dolphin boat trips run from Penneshaw and cost from $61.74 to $136.81 per person, lasting between 75 minutes and 2 hours. Both tours name dolphins as something to look for, with one option staying dry on deck and the other entering the water in a wetsuit and snorkel for dolphins, seals or a coastal snorkel, depending on the day. As with any boat trip or swim, weather and sea conditions decide what goes ahead on the day.

Common Questions

How Much Do Kangaroo Island Dolphin Boat Trips Cost?

Prices start at $61.74 per person for the 75-minute Coastal Safari and $136.81 per person for the 2-hour Snorkel and Seal Swim. A wetsuit and snorkel are part of the higher-priced option.

How Long Are The Trips?

The Coastal Safari runs about 1 hour 15 minutes in total. The Snorkel and Seal Swim runs about 2 hours. Both depart from Penneshaw, one from Christmas Cove Marina and the other from 43 Howard Dr.

What Is Included And What Should I Check Before Booking?

The Snorkel and Seal Swim includes gear, a wetsuit and snorkel, and offers free cancellation. The Coastal Safari does not include pickup and is non-refundable and cannot be changed. Food is not included on either tour, and drinks are not included on the Coastal Safari, so bring your own if you want them. Minimum ages are not stated for either.

How Do I Choose Between The Two Tours?

If you want to stay dry, the Coastal Safari takes up to 38 passengers and holds a 4.8 rating from 639 reviews. If you want to get in the water, the Snorkel and Seal Swim takes up to 20 and holds a 4.7 rating from 286 reviews. Whether a swim or departure goes ahead depends on conditions on the day.

Compare The Two Kangaroo Island Boat Trips Side By Side

TourLengthFromRating
Coastal Safari, 75 Minutes1 hour 15 minutes$61.74 per person★ 4.8 (639)
Snorkel and Seal Swim, 2 Hours2 hours$136.81 per person★ 4.7 (286)

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