Unique Granite Island Experiences
Join us for three unique Granite Island experiences, being held as part of this year’s Winter Whale Fest. Learn about Kondoli the whale story from Ngarrindjeri guides, Snorkel off Screw Pile Jetty, or learn about the wild-life and fairy penguins on a guided walking tour. Plus some fantastic guided tours you can take at your own pace. There is something for everyone, and all abilities.
Kondoli - The whale journey across Granite Island
Come for a walk with Kool Tours across the waters from Pultang- Victor Harbor to Kaiki-Granite Island with Ngarrindjeri as we explain our connection to Kondoli the whale.
The Kondoli story is very sacred to Ngarrindjeri, It is the creation story of how fire was given to our people and why we must protect it.
It also tells the connection that we as Ngarrindjeri have with the land, waters and cosmology through our whale dreaming stories.
We ask you to come on this journey through time as we the cultural story holders share Ngarrindjeri connections and pay our respects to Kondoli as part of the Victor Harbor Winter Whale Fest 2023.
Suitable for all abilities, wheelchair friendly.
Tour information
Dates/times:
Sunday 4 June 2023, 9am
Sunday 11 June 2023, 9am
Sunday 18 June 2023, 9am
Sunday 25 June 2023, 9am
Duration: 45 minutes (approx).
Tickets: Adults $30, concession $10, bookings essential.
Starting point: Ngurunderi statue, located at the beginning of The Causeway to Granite Island.
Granite Island Walking Tour
Join Fleurieu Marine Education Guides for a 1.5hour walk around Granite Island, "Nulcoowarra", off the coast of Victor Harbor.
Gain insight into why Granite Island’s little penguins call Granite Island home. Watch as seabirds such as petrels, shearwaters, and cormorants come and go from the island. Enjoy the coastal scenery and explore the island's interesting history.
Be awed by the spectacular Waitpinga Cliffs and ocean views as you keep watch for dolphins and seals playing in the shallow waters around Granite Island.
From May through to October, Granite Island provides protection for nursing Southern Right Whale mothers and calves.
Please note there are some stairs and a basic level of fitness and mobility is needed.
Tour information
Dates: Saturday 27 May , Saturday 10 June & Saturday 17 June 2023
Start time: 10:50am
Starting point: Island Cafe, Granite Island
Tickets: Adults $25, Children $15. Bookings essential.
Snorkel Granite Island
Experiencing Marine Sanctuaries professional snorkel leaders and marine biologists will help you explore Screwpile Jetty and surrounding reef on Granite Island, home to the blue devilfish, eagle rays, elusive leafy and weedy sea dragons and other fish and plant life.
Suitable for children 5 years and above who can tread water and swim. Children under 15 years must be accompanied by a parent/adult. EMS snorkel tours are suitable for adults with and without children. Friends and families are grouped together.
Session times:
Sunday 4 June 2023, 10am, 12pm & 2pm.
Tickets Adults $59, children $39. Bookings essential.
