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Temptation Sailing

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Introduction

‘Temptation’ is a 58-foot sailing catamaran operating only 15 minutes from Adelaide’s CBD. Temptation Sailing offers a variety of products including Wild Dolphin Swim/Watch Tours, Twilight Cruises, Afternoon Tea Cruises and Private Charters.

Temptation is surveyed to hold up to 50 passengers and is an extremely stable and spacious vessel. Temptation features a fully licensed bar, spacious furnished cabin and a 360 degree front viewing deck.

Temptation is the first vessel in South Australia to be given a dolphin swim licence and has been conducting successful wild dolphin swims from Glenelg, South Australia, since January 2002. Over many years, we have developed a relationship with the Adelaide dolphin population and our Wild Dolphin Tour is possibly the only cruise of its type where we don’t go to the dolphins, they come to us!

Why You Should Choose Us

15 minute drive from Adelaide's CBD

Locally owned and operated since 2001

100% carbon neutral

Large, spacious catamaran

Wellness at sea, come sail with us, hear from our valued clients.

Emily Merrett

SUNSET CATAMARAN CRUISE! Oh. My. Goodness. This was my absolute favourite thing about my first trip to Adelaide! My partner and I LOVED the views of the sunset, the crew was amazing, providing a bar and music for all to enjoy. Blankets were provided as it got a little chilly. Could not recommend enough 🙂 Thank you, thank you!

Charmaine Russell

This experience was the best ! A perfect start or end to your day. We chose the sunset cruise and what a magnificent time we had, the afternoon was fuss free easy going, the bar was well stocked and the staff were great, there was also plenty of room to shelter from the sun if needed. But take a hat slap on some sunscreen and enjoy the view. Thinking about it ……DO IT !

Kate Harris

Incredible natural experience with Temptation, loved the knowledge they shared about the dolphins. The crew went out of their way to give us the best interaction with the dolphins and answered any questions we had about them and their environment! Seeing the dolphins was amazing, they swam right underneath us!

Kirsty Porteous

Best experience!!! Swimming with the dolphins was absolutely breathtaking 😃 The whole family loved it. Helped that we had sensational weather and the dolphins were out to play. Amazing crew on board too. Thoroughly recommend 🤩

We had a fantastic trip this morning! We saw dolphins and calves and were able to swim up close. Fantastic experience and such a privilege to see such phenomenal creatures in their natural habitat. Our guides were very knowledgeable and friendly and able to answer our questions. Best activity to do in Adelaide hands down! (I’ve done the swimming with dolphins on kangaroo island which was lovely, however would recommend doing this one as when your in the cargo net it allows you to focus on the dolphins) – if you haven’t been – Go!

A must do in Adelaide! The crew is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and focussed on the passenger and the protection of the dolphins in the wild. We swam with 2 species of dolphins from the front and back of the beautiful boat. It was a genuine observation of nature. Will definitely do this again when back in Adelaide.

where to find us

Temptation Sailing resides at the Marina Pier , in Holdfast Shores at Glenelg, South Australia (Find us in the Marina, not at the beach!).

We are just a 15 minute drive from Adelaide’s CBD, 5 minutes from the Adelaide Airport and are accessible by car, bus or tram.

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Temptation Sailing is a local South Australian business operating ’Temptation’, a 58-foot sailing catamaran survey registered to hold up to 50 passengers. Temptation Sailing offers a wide range of tours and is located only 15 minutes from Adelaide’s CBD.

Wild Dolphin Swim

We offer two different swim experiences during our Wild Dolphin Cruise. A Front Swim and a Back Swim. During a typical tour, customers will get the opportunity to try both swim experiences.

• Duration: 4 Hours (approx.)

Wild Dolphin Watch

Dolphins are one of the Earth’s most fascinating and curious creatures and Temptation offers you this amazing opportunity to get up close to them, something that you will remember forever.

Twilight Cruise

Sit back, relax and enjoy a panoramic view of Adelaide's stunning coastline while sipping on a beverage from our licenced bar stocking local beer and wine during sunset.

• Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)

Coastal Day Cruise

Join us for a relaxing coastal cruise along the beautiful Adelaide coastline. A fully licensed bar is open during the cruise.

Package for Two

Package for two includes: 2 x Adults on either our public Twilight Cruise or Coastal Day Cruise, 1 x beverage per person and either a cheese or antipasto plate to share.

Afternoon Tea Cruise

Have you got a special event coming up or just looking for something unique and exciting to do? Grab your friends, family or work colleagues and enjoy a 2 hour coastal cruise on-board Temptation, including food and beverages.

• Duration: 2 Hours (approx.)

Tunes on Temptation

All hands on deck! Join us onboard Temptation for a 2 hour sunset boat party like no other. Hosted by local DJs, these events are not to be missed!

Wellness at Sea

Relax, unwind and start your day with a Pranayama meditation during our Wellness at Sea cruise.

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Wild Dolphin Watch Cruise

• Dolphin sightseeing cruise
• Live commentary on board
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks
• Swimming with dolphins
• Temptation Sailing, 10 Holdfast Promenade, Glenelg SA 5045, Australia Boarding for the cruise will be 15 minutes prior to departure time in the Marina Pier, Glenelg – at the bottom of the stairs/ramp in front of the Oyster Bar.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Most travellers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travellers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• ccT1227VG 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Just don't expect too much Temptation 12.30pm the cruise is cheap so had no expectations. Music was too loud and dominated the mood of the cruise, call me old fashion but I still prefer to mingle with conversation not having to compete with loud music. The toilets where unsanitary and the boat would should be shut down via the health and safety commission, not clean and smelt awful, I dare not use them and waited till docked. Staff where not dressed as should , they looked like Stow-aways. Not every one has a personality or likes their job and this was clear via the staff on this cruise. By the 60 minute mark most people were looking at there watch awaiting it to be over lol I was in good company with a dear friend , if not for this I probably would of walked the plank to get off that thing. Read more Written 6 April 2024
• lyndaw811 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Serenity Such a relaxing time, the weather was perfect and got to see some dolphins as well which came right up to the boat Beautiful sunset, happy and friendly staff Would highly recommend this short boat trip Read more Written 30 March 2024
• alexdelarosac 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 👌🏽🐬🌅Speechless/Sin Palabras Worth every penny one of the best experiences in my life . Affordable, the crew was extremely nice, I did get to see the dolphins close enough, I mean what else can you ask for. Increible la experiencia, no es caro la atencion es muy buena, uno si ve los delfines bien de cerca la verdad, vale mucho la pena lo recontra recomiendo Read more Written 29 March 2024
• shanerG1396UA 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Dolphin Experience Great experience as a swimmer and my husband enjoyed the views on deck. The crew were determined and patient with persistence for all customers to have 2 great dolphin experiences. We really appreciated their diligence. They were friendly and informative. Read more Written 23 March 2024
• fionagO6146VS 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Worth the wait Took a while to find the dolphins but once we did it was a magical experience seeing the dolphins under water and hearing them communicate to each other. Highlight of our trip and well worth doing. Staff very friendly. Read more Written 21 March 2024
• amysA831BO 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles A must do adventure when visiting Adelaide Awesome had a great morning all staff knowledgeable and super friendly would recommend taking a go pro we preferred the front swim would gladly lay there for the whole trip great value Read more Written 19 March 2024
• 412suej 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Girls sunset cruise Fantastic experience. Bit choppy when we left but settled on the way back. Not many sitting areas outside. We found some cushions. Difficult to carry our drinks back but all part of the fun! We had a good time Read more Written 18 March 2024
• maryanne1063 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Be Tempted.... After taking the inaugural cruise with Temptation Sailing 23 years ago this was our 3rd time and it never disappoints. Each cruise gives a unique experience sailing along the Adelaide coastline and experiencing the magnificent sunset. The staff are eager to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable cruise and the whole experience is run smoothly and professionally from booking to disembarking on your return. Always a pleasure and we look forward to the next one. Read more Written 16 March 2024
• BruceN913 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful South Australian Experience A great South Australian experience right from within Glenelg. Safe and well managed. The evening was perfect for my wife and I! Read more Written 13 March 2024
• ehjones28 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The best dolphin swim in Australia! The most amazing dolphin swim trip I have ever done! I have been travelling in Australia over a year now so was not expecting to see anything I hadn’t already, but this tour was absolutely unbelievable from start to finish! The staff were incredible, all marine biologists so super knowledgeable on the dolphins and ensured we were interacting with them in a safe and ethical way. We spent loads of time in the water and the group size was not too big, I must have swam with at least 20 different dolphins! We got an incredible view up close of dolphins and babies, they were super playful and so came up really close to us! The crew took some amazing photos for us to keep as well and the equipment was clean and good quality. Couldn’t recommend more - an unforgettable experience! Read more Written 11 March 2024
• lancebX4573UX 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Amazing views The sunset was amazing. The crew was fun. We enjoyed the cruise! We recommend it for an evening out on the water near Adelaide. Read more Written 8 March 2024
• Graeme V 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fantastic Experience. The whole experience on the Temptation was wonderful. We arrived at 1/4 to 8 and were greeted by the friendly and efficient staff. Guests were instructed on the safety aspects, then off we went. Within the first 5 minutes we had spotted a dolphin, then from then on it was dolphins everywhere! The staff made sure that everybody on board had seen the dolphins and were safe. The weather was exceptional and the water like glass. Value for $$$ was again exceptional. We arrived back after 12 feeling ultra relaxed and thankful for what we had seen. Read more Written 6 March 2024
• shennurb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fantastic wild dolphins swimming experience I would highly recommend the dolphins watching/swimming experience. It was absolutely breathtaking. The dolphins were super close and at times only a feet or two away when we were on the swimming nets. It was absolutely surreal. I felt like I was watching a vertical reality video when watching the dolphins from the net whilst under the water. We were fortunate enough to interact with 2 pods of dolphins and see a few smaller groups of dolphins swimming along the way as well. The crew were lovely and so informative and welcoming. It did take a little bit to find the second group of dolphins to interact with, but it was so worth the wait - as it gave everyone some time to enjoy the views, company and boat ride. Would definitely recommend. Read more Written 20 February 2024
• FuudTrip 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Combo watch/swim tour We booked as a couple, one to swim with the dolphins ($149) and the other to watch ($88) as more of a sightseeing cruise. There were plenty of dolphins about and the crew seemed to know the best locations to scout them out. Dolphin welfare was important to the crew which was great to see. Their tips about where to look at what times was helpful to those in the water. It was a large group onboard with a real mix of those swimming and those not, I’d say about half half. Our swimmer got into the front net twice during the four hour trip, with multiple opportunities to get on the ropes at the back. He said the back ropes were not really great for either seeing dolphins or enjoyment. It was more like just hanging on! The front net area was enjoyed by all it seemed, so more access to that for each swimmer would be much better - perhaps the groups need to be smaller so those swimming get more opportunity to get in the front nets. It was also quite strenuous climbing in/out of both front and back areas so physical capability is definitely required. As a non swimmer there was just nowhere to sit! Well, on the deck obviously, but there’s no actual seating so you’ll be sitting on your bum on a wet deck for 4 hours. There is one raised bench right at the front but you have to climb over a soft suspended net to get to it. While the crew are spotting dolphins everyone must be seated at all times, so everyone on the boat was crouched down or sitting on the deck. It would be really quite easy for some bench seats to be installed around the centre deck of the boat. The boat itself really is neglected. The toilets were revolting and the bottom deck was rusty, musty and pretty yuck. There are no refreshments available on board so you have to take your own, even bottled water! We’d have liked to see waters handed out, especially for those doing the swim as they were in salty water and doing lots of activity. Personally we wouldn’t recommend this as a ‘watch’ activity, go along if you wish to be in the water with the dolphins. Read more Written 19 February 2024
• Q230OVsandyb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Put it on your bucket list! Up close and personal - simply awesome! Lovely to be in the water with these fabulous creatures and so close - we particularly loved the front net swim. This cruise is extremely well organised and all crew members have studied Marine Biology and are very attuned to the welfare of the dolphins. Read more Written 17 February 2024

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Wild Dolphin Watch Cruise provided by Temptation Sailing

Glenelg Beach

Dolphin boat cruise, swim with wild dolphins in glenelg, south australia.  .

Dolphin Watching Cruise - Summer Season - Glenelg, South Australia

If you’re keen to see dolphins in the wild for yourself, head out on a dolphin watching cruise and you can get up close and personal with a pod of the playful creatures.

Description

• See dolphins playing in their natural environment
• Cruise around the picturesque waterways off the coast of Glenelg
• Interact with dolphins while the crew keeps you informed and safe

Seeing dolphins in the wild is every bit as magical as you might expect it to be, and nothing can compare to getting up close and personal with a pod of the playful creatures. So if you’re keen to see them for yourself, head out on a dolphin watching cruise and you and the crew can track them down together.

Starting from Adelaide’s Glenelg Marina nice and early, you’ll set out into the beautiful surrounding coastal waterways and start searching. Enjoy cruising around on a mighty 58 foot sailing catamaran with a friendly crew there to give you a briefing about the day and informative commentary as you go. Sometimes you spot dolphins within minutes of leaving the marina, and other times it takes a little longer to seek them out, but that’s the nature of wild animals and it’s completely worth the wait. 

As a ‘watcher’ you’ll have an ideal view of any dolphin encounters just by the boat, so you won’t miss a moment of the magic. You’ll cruise around through beautiful scenery from about 7:45am to 11:30am. This cruise provider boasts an average of over 40 dolphin sightings per trip, with some trips seeing over 200. So get out there and get excited to see the grace and playfulness of wild dolphins for yourself.

Experience Details

Fitness and experience.

• Children two and under are free of charge
• Children of any age are welcome on the boat to view the dolphins from the deck

What to Bring/Wear

• Hat, sunscreen, and any other sun protective gear you might need
• Warm clothes
• Any snacks or drinks you may want, as there are no snacks or refreshments provided on the cruise

What is Supplied

• Four hour dolphin cruise during peak season (December, January & February)
• Expert crew commentary
• Safety briefing

More Information

• Experience is available in peak season (December, January & February)
• This cruise runs with a maximum of 25 watchers and 25 swimmers - swimming with dolphins is a separate experience that will also be on the cruise
• There will be three to four guides on board
• A minimum of six people are required to run each cruise
• The swim and watch tours depart 8:00am and return at 12:00pm. The arrival for this tour is at 7:45am
• Dolphins are wild and free to swim wherever they wish, so there’s a good chance you’ll see dolphins, but this cannot be guaranteed

Cancellation Policy

• Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
• Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
• Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

  Available Dates

Glenelg (Glenelg)

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