Swim with wild dolphins off Glenelg, or watch them from the deck, on Temptation, a 58 foot sailing catamaran that was the first boat in South Australia licensed for dolphin swims. Swimmers take turns in a net on the bow and on lines off the stern, with all the swim gear supplied and marine biologists on board.
Days
- About 3.5 to 4 hours
Age
- 9 years and over to swim
Group size
- Shared boat with swimmers and watchers
Start / finish
- Marina Pier, Glenelg / Marina Pier, Glenelg
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- 58 foot sailing catamaran from Glenelg
Meals
- No meals are listed as included
Route
Included experiences
- Off Glenelg — swim with wild bottlenose and common dolphins
- Front Swim — lie in the bow net with dolphins beside you
- Back Swim — hold the mermaid lines off the stern
- Crew briefing — snorkel coaching before you go in
- On deck — marine biologists talk about the local pods
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Reviews
5.0
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AI summary of 22 reviews
Travellers consistently praise the experience of swimming with wild dolphins, describing it as magical, unforgettable and a once-in-a-lifetime encounter, with particular commendation for how close the dolphins come and the opportunity to observe them underwater. The crew stands out most often for their professionalism, friendliness, knowledge and attentiveness, creating a safe and well-looked-after environment whilst demonstrating genuine care for both the dolphins' welfare and guests' wellbeing, including those with mobility or anxiety concerns. The tour's respect for the wildlife and commitment to keeping the dolphins wild is repeatedly noted as important, and guides show considerable expertise about dolphin behaviour and local marine life. The most common caveat mentioned is a minor practical issue regarding the inconvenience of changing in and out of wetsuits if toilet access is needed during the experience.
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It was so good I went back the next day. Will, Immy and Elle were positive, patient and upbeat, and we swam with lots of dolphins across different pods. You can tell they care about the dolphins and about giving you a great day.
We got in the water with lots of dolphins several times on this morning trip. Zac and Will knew so much about the dolphins and made us feel safe swimming with them.
The dolphin watching tour was a special Mother's Day treat. The crew were warm and knowledgeable and respectful of the dolphins, and the boat felt safe and comfortable with our two-year-old on board.
My third trip with them, this time taking my mum on the dolphin watch for Mother's Day. We saw plenty of bottlenose dolphins plus a pod of short-beaked common dolphins, which was a real treat.
A wonderful dolphin swim. With my mobility issues and anxiety, Quinn and Bonnie gave me exceptional care and encouragement, and the experience itself was breathtaking.
We did the dolphin watch on a perfect day and soon had small groups and two big pods around us, even feeding on a bait ball. Imogen was full of information and recognised some of the regular dolphins.
