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Augusta Water Cruises

Follow in the footsteps of Mathew Flinders and take a unique cruise exploring the calm scenic waters of the upper Spencer Gulf aboard our brand new luxury pontoon boat. Discover Port Augusta‘s rich history and unique ecology of this little known waterway. Regular schedule and charter available, ask about packages and groups are welcome.

This two hour tour encompasses the very best of this area including Redbanks Cliffs, historic wharf, Old Salt works, very tip of Spencer Gulf to the Trans Australian railway line (tide permitting) and old barges used before bridges were built.

Touring Options

Spencer Gulf Two Hour Scenic Cruise – SH06

Cruise to the very tip of Spencers Gulf with the magnificent Flinders Ranges as the back drop. With dolphins seen 90 percent of the time, its a unique cruise to see the calm waterways rich in natural beauty and history.

. Operates:
. By arrangement at 0800.

Stay and Cruise – AW02

Enjoy two nights at the Comfort Inn Augusta Westside and a Top End morning cruise with Augusta Water Cruises. Follow in the footsteps of Mathew Flinders and take a unique cruise exploring the calm scenic waters of the upper Spencer Gulf, aboard our brand new luxury pontoon boat. With Dolphins seen 90 per cent of the time it makes a very unique tour. Discover Port Augusta’s rich history and unique ecology of this little known waterway.

. Operates:
. Available Friday to Sunday all year.

Top End Tour – AW01

Travel in the footsteps of Mathew Flinders to the very tip of Spencer Gulf aboard our brand new luxury pontoon boat "Investigator". The Top End Tour takes in the very best the area has to offer including Redbank Cliffs, Old Salt Works, Trans Australia railway line (time permitting), views of the Flinders Ranges, the historic port and wharf and old barges used before bridges were built.

. Operates:
. Monday to Friday, times by prior arrangement. Weekends on application.

Website: www.hotelaugusta.com.au/cruises.html

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