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Swim with Sea Lions! 3 Days

The coastal beauty of South Australia is considered by many to be one of the natural wonders of the world. On this adventure, the discerning traveller has the opportunity to discover some of natures best kept secrets as well as coming into contact with the habitats of seals and dolphins.

Spectacular coastlines, wildlife and beaches!

Day 1 - You will be transferred to the Adelaide airport for a flight with Regional Express Airlines to Port Lincoln. On arrival, your 4WD guide will meet you for a day of spectacular exploration. Port Lincoln is the home to the great tuna fishing industry. The rich seas surrounding Port Lincoln produce some of the best oysters, abalone and deep-sea fishing. The landscape around Port Lincoln ranges from vineyards and farmland to rugged wilderness and sand dunes as you drive along the coastline of the Eyre Peninsula to Baird Bay.

O/n - Baird Bay accommodation

Day 2 - will be spent at Baird Bay, home to the Australian Sea Lions and Bottlenose Dolphins. This is a magical spot. You will join a small charter boat and travel out to the inlet of the Bay. Now it's your turn to enter the aquatic world of Sea Lions and Dolphins and swim with them. The inquisitive creatures', sharing their world with you, is one of the truly awesome natural wonders of the world. After lunch, there will be time to take in the sights of Streaky Bay before returning to Port Lincoln.

O/n - Port Lincoln

Day 3 - you will be transferred to the airport for your charter flight to Kangaroo Island. Arrive at Kingscote where your 4WD vehicle and guide are ready to take you on a day of spectacular exploration. Along the way you'll learn about this history of the island and the famous explorers who had a hand in naming its natural features. After visiting Seal Bay, you will be treated to a delicious lunch made from local produce. From the beautiful eerie scenery of Remarkable Rocks to the pristine beaches, it is a time of discovery - you'll understand why Kangaroo Island has become an international 'must see' destination. Return to Adelaide on your REX airlines flight. On arrival, you will be transferred to your accommodation.

Tour departs daily 07:00 at the Adelaide airport and returns 19:10 on the last day

Tour Includes:

All airport transfers
REX airlines flight from Adelaide to Pt Lincoln & Kingscote to Adelaide
3 days escorted 4WD touring
2 nights Bed & breakfast accommodation
Swim with sea lion tour at Baird Bay
Private charter flight to Kangaroo Island
All lunches

Minimum 2 PAX - Maximum 4 PAX
More than 4 PAX - POA

AIR CHARTER TOURS

All tours utilising air charter are to be paid 14 days prior to departure.
On arrival at Adelaide Airport, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Adelaide.

LANGUAGE SPEAKING TOURS

Language speaking driver/guides rate is not available for this tour.
A Language speaking guide would need to accompany the passengers at the full price.

Important Notes:

Light aircraft operators are very stringent about weight Limits.   Luggage is restricted to 15kg per person.   This is a safety issue.
This tour can operate in reverse, subject to flight availability
At Baird Bay, all interactions with the Dolphins and Sea Lions are entirely natural and on there terms only. There is therefore no guarantee as to what sort of interaction will occur, as each day is very different.
Dolphin swims are weather dependent


Economy Flight Option
Connect with commercial flight at end of second day to Adelaide
Overnight Adelaide
Connect with commercial flight to Kangaroo Island

DEPARTURE DATES :
DEPARTS DAILY (SUBJECT TO FLIGHT AVAILABILITY)
UNAVAILABLE FOR DEPARTURE ON GOOD FRIDAY & CHRISTMAS DAY.




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