Coastal Adventures Mini Program 2025

Don’t miss the chance to join the Coastal Custodian January activities, featuring a Big Duck ride, a Granite Island treasure hunt, and a beach exploration day—all for a discounted price of just $60.

Two age groups available:

• Young Custodians: Aged 8 to 12 years
• Teen Custodians: Aged 12 to 18 years

Activities include:

1. A dolphin watching Big Duck experience
2. Granite Island biodiversity treasure hunt
3. First Nations workshop on coast and marine resources
4. Beach sharing session: beachcombing, learning about the threatened hooded plovers, and removing rubbish from the beach

The activities commence with a boat ride on The Big Duck starting at 9am, followed by morning tea on Granite Island. Participants will then go for a walk around Granite Island on a biodiversity treasure hunt and be back on the mainland in time for lunch (1pm).

The second day will see children beachcombing and learning about our coastal environments and inhabitants, including First Nations perspectives, the Hindmarsh River Estuary, and the Hooded Plovers.

Please note: There are two groups in the program with one group starting at 9am for The Big Duck on Monday and the second group starting at 9:30am Monday, who will be having the beach sharing session on Monday and The Big Duck on Tuesday. More specific times and locations will be forwarded with a confirmation email on booking in.

Dates:
22nd April 2025

Duration:
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM each day

Age:
8 to 18 year olds

Cost:
$60 per person

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Delightful Dolphins – School Holiday Program

Immerse yourself in the world of dolphins as our knowledgeable educators share fascinating insights about their behaviour. Explore their habitat and learn all about local conservation efforts at the South Australian Whale Centre.

Whether your child is a nature enthusiast, an animal lover, or simply seeking a school holiday activity, Delightful Dolphins is a great holiday program option.

Join us at the South Australian Whale Centre for Delightful Dolphins!

Entry to the Whale Centre exhibits is included in the ticket price.

A 45minute Guided Tour of the Whale Centre by an experienced whale and dolphin educator can be added to the experience for an additional $5 per child.

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