Winter Kayak Adventure

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The winter months are a spectacular time to explore the Coorong. Winter has some of the best weather conditions with gorgeous days and light winds.

It's also when the wildlife in the Coorong can be at its best, with Pelicans, Fur Seals and Dolphins seen regularly as well as some spectacular scenery.

This tour allows you to explore the beauty of the Coorong and Murray Mouth. With a relaxing paddle around the Murray Mouth and a walk over the sand dunes to the Coorong Beach in the heart of Storm Boy country. You will be warmed up with some delicious homemade goodies and hot chocolate.

First, meet at the Sugars Beach Boat Ramp for an introduction before getting on the water. Start with a kayak around the iconic Murray Mouth, then walk over the dunes to the spectacular Coorong Beach. At noon, Enjoy homemade goodies and hot chocolate before you say farewell to the Coorong before you kayak back to Sugars Beach and try your luck at catching some fish.

What's Available

10 features

Half Day or Less

Land - Self Propelled

Water - Self Propelled

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Self guided kayak hire

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Price range

From $110 To $140 per person

Where you'll be

Sugars Avenue

Hindmarsh Island South Australia 5214

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