Port Lincoln and Southern Eyre Peninsula, the perfect place for your family holidays!
Come and experience the amazing family friendly activities that Port Lincoln has to offer. There is something for everyone from visiting local national parks, water experiences and even something for the adventurous teens like sandboarding.
Seafood Bay Cruise
Cruise the waters of the largest, most sheltered harbour in the world and learn things that only a local would know. The cruise will take in the canals of the Lincoln Cove Marina, Porter Bay, Boston Bay, Port Lincoln National Park, Boston Island, our local Sea Lion colony and views of Port Lincoln that can only be seen from the water (*all destinations are weather dependent).
Enjoy local seasonal seafood tasting onboard.
Fred's Marina Canal Cruise
Let Fred or one of his knowledgeable guides take you on a comprehensive tour through the waterways of the Lincoln Cove Marina.Relax on board the Tesla, a unique electric canal cruiser and soak up the surroundings and rich history of Port Lincoln’s fishing industry. Quiet, eco-friendly and tranquil—a simply perfect way to discover our millionaire’s paradise and Australia’s largest commercial fishing fleet.
Sea Lion & Aquaculture Bay Cruise
Cruise the waters of beautiful Boston Bay with local operator Peter Dennis of Triple Bay Charters. This sea based activity will give you an insight into the Blue Fin tuna and aquaculture industries of the area and includes a sightseeing tour around the bay. See working Aquaculture leases and learn from your skipper the complete story from catching the fish right through to the harvest.
Glen Forest Animal Park
On a 400 acre farm, with 70 acres dedicated to the animal park. Lincoln Estate Vineyard also exists on the property. Visitors are invited to wander at leisure around the animal park, stopping to feed and interact with the animals and birds.
Animal varieties include: Koalas, dingoes, kangaroos, wombats, sheep, goats, emus, camels, horses, cows, water buffalo, pigs, ostriches, ducks, peacocks and a walk-in bird aviary.
Swimming with Sea Lions
Witnessing the rare and endangered Australian Sea Lions in their natural habitat is one of the most amzing wildlife experiences on offer. The inquisitive, gentle nature of these stunning sea creatures is unparalleled in the underwater world.
An amzing summer experience.
Xtreme Kites & Paddle
Discover the pristine environment of Eyre Peninsula while enjoying stand up paddle boarding , surf or kite boarding lesson with our fully qualified instructors. Take a tour around Pt Lincoln on our amazing electric skateboards or hire a sand board and take on the dunes of Pt Lincoln. Looking for some family or group fun ? We also offer bubble soccer , zorb balls , archery tag , sumo suits & jumping castles.
Coffin Bay Oyster Experiences
Visit Coffin Bay and try some of the famous Coffin Bay Oysters. We have a few different options to suit. You can wade out to the 'Salt Water Pavillion' or take a cruise around the waterways. You will learn about Coffin Bay Pacific Oyster Industry and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Fishing Charters
Why not try your hand at fishing for some of our famous King George Whiting and various species of table fish. Whiting, salmon, sweep, snook, trevally, Australian herring (tommy ruff), garfish, squid, and many other species are available year-round, while late summer and autumn are best for tuna and kingfish.
Port Lincoln Leisure Centre
The Port Lincoln Leisure Centre is a newly renovated aquatic recreation facility with membership and/or casual options available. The Centre facilities include;
• 6 lane 25m lap pool
• Heated Hydrotherapy and Learners Pool
• Spa and Sauna
• Slide and Inflatable
• Stadium
• Gym – including group fitness and personal training.
• Café
• 3 squash courts
National Parks
The Lower Eyre Peninsula boasts two breathtaking National Parks. Both parks are unique and have picture perfect beaches. Amazing for off the grid camping with friends, 4-wheel driving, boating, fishing, swimming, bird watching, whale watching and nature walks.
A great way to see the National Parks is to join a local tour that includes a visit to the parks.
Pope's Honey Shed Tour
Interactive discussion about bees; how a bee hive works, the bee family, environment and bees. Demonstration of the extracting honey and honey tasting.
You will also have the opportunity to purchase honey. There is a glass sided hive to observe the bees at work.
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There's Plenty More to Do in Port Lincoln!
- Food and Wine
- Tours and Cruises
- Whalers Way
- Recreational Fishing
- Beaches around Port Lincoln
- Escape to Port Lincoln
- Great White Shark Tours
- National Parks
- Port Lincoln Indulgence
- Port Lincoln Summer Indulgence
- School Holiday Family Fun
- Seafood Experiences in Port Lincoln
- Sealion Experience
- Welcoming our Cruise Ship Visitors
- Winter Adventure