DESCRIPTION
Want to design a tour to suit your own needs and itinerary – look no further!
Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari can provide guests with private charters to experience the ultimate wildlife adventure in privacy and comfort.
Our 28-seater snorkelling vessel, Sea Dragon, offers an intimate private snorkelling experience with wild dolphins and seals, as well as amazing coastal views and the chance to see other marine and bird life.
Private Snorkelling Charters come in 1-, 2-, or 3-hour options with bus transfers available on request.
THE EXPERIENCE
Have the opportunity to swim with wild dolphins OR among seals and snorkel some of Kangaroo Island’s stunning coastline. It’s an amazing wildlife encounter! We provide wetsuits, mask, snorkel & fins.
Arrive at The Visitor Information Centre in Penneshaw (Howard drive) where you will be fitted into a wetsuit, mask, snorkel and flippers and provided with a safety brief. Then jump on board our 28 seater vessels in search of the marine life that inhabits the incredible coastline.
Spot the cheeky seals lounging on the rocks and playing in the water. Then it’s time to dive in! These curious seals can be quite interactive and playful and provide a fun snorkelling experience. Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari is the only operator in South Australia that provides the opportunity to swim with the Long-nosed Seals.
Search for the dolphin pods that reside in these coastal waters and take the opportunity to swim alongside them in the wild. A truly unforgettable wildlife encounter. Your friendly guide will also provide informative commentary along the way.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Food is not permitted to be eaten onboard the vessel unless given prior approval.
- Water temperature is between 14-15 degrees. Expect it to be refreshing. We provide you with wetsuits and it’s compulsory to wear these whilst in the water. We recommend kids under 14 get fitted with 2 wetsuits.
- Please bring a warm jacket!! We will have waterproof jackets on board but you can put your warm jacket over the top when getting out the water.
- A swimmer line with buoys is often used at the back of the vessel for the dolphin swim. You may be required to hold onto this line at times with the vessel moving which will require upper body strength.
- These are wild animals and experiences change daily. It’s all up to the animals as to how interactive they become.
- If wildlife does not permit you to go into the water on your tour and you are unable to participate in coastal snorkelling, we will provide a refund back to the viewing price.
- Seal numbers vary throughout the different seasons. Numbers peak in winter and are at their lowest from Nov – Jan.
- You need to arrive at the Kangaroo Island Visitor Information Centre, 43 Howard Drive, Penneshaw, 30 minutes prior to departure. The
Information Centre is located directly opposite Christmas Cove Marina, Penneshaw, where you will depart from. - This activity is not suitable for those with a pacemaker or those who are pregnant due to the electronic devices being used in the water whilst participating in the swim.
- Children MUST be 9 years or older to participate in the swim with dolphins but children 8 years and over can participate in coastal snorkelling.
- Please note that this swim takes place in open water, therefore it is recommended you have reasonable swimming ability.
- No wheelchair access on board vessel
- If you arrive on a cruise ship and cannot get into Penneshaw on your tender on the day, your tour can be cancelled (and you claim costs through travel insurance), or we can hold it for you to use within a 3 year timeline.
Reserve your private charter using our online booking form and one of our team will be in touch shortly to go over your charter requirements. Alternatively call our offices between 8am to 6pm on 08 7082 9608 or email on [email protected].
PLEASE NOTE: PRIVATE CHARTERS MUST BE BOOKED A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE
CANCELLATION POLICY
- A FULL refund is provided to guests if the tour is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances or poor weather conditions and an alternative time is not established to undertake the tour.
- NO refund is provided to guests for non-attendance at scheduled tour time.
- Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari via telephone confirmation on 08 7082 9607
- All bookings cancelled within 7 days of scheduled departure will incur a 50% charge of tour costs. Alternatively a credit can be held for you to use within a 24-month time frame.
- All bookings cancelled within 48 hours scheduled departure will not receive a refund but a credit can be held for you to use within a 24-month time frame.
- If you arrive on a cruise ship and cannot get into Penneshaw on your tender on the day, your tour can be cancelled (and you claim costs through travel insurance), or we can hold it for you to use within a 3-year time frame.
