Semaphore Jetty Snorkel Tours - Dolphin Spirit Dreaming Festival

From AUD $29.00
  • Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)
  • Location: Semaphore SA, Australia
  • Product code: PRAYET

Join Experiencing Marine Sanctuaries Inc., to learn more about our indigenous culture and the amazing coastal and marine environment along Semaphore coast and Jetty as part of the inaugural Dolphin Spirit Dreaming Festival.

The festival is presented by H.E.A.R.T.S. Aboriginal Corporation, in
association with The Wilderness Society and the City of Port Adelaide Enfield,
the event will be a day-long celebration of indigenous culture, connection to
coast and sea, and a platform for people and organisations working to build
environmental literacy, care for and give back to the living world through
environmental conservation and restoration.

The event will feature a rich combination of ancient culture
and wisdom, cutting edge marine science and interactive activities for young
and old. EMS - Experiencing Marine Sanctuaries. will be hosting guided
snorkelling sessions on the day, and those who'd prefer to stay dry can enjoy a
FREE "virtual snorkel" by donning a VR headset.

Events will include traditional dances, underwater video
showcasing the local environment, a marine-themed costume parade for children,
"Songlines of the Sea" artworks, ocean-inspired craft and weaving
activities, live music from artists including hip hop crew LBG (more artists to
be announced) and presentations from some of South Australia's leading marine
scientists and communicators.

Proudly supported by City of Port Adelaide Enfield.

EMS snorkel tours are suitable for adults with and without children. Friends, families and experience levels are grouped together and provided with guide. Groups 3-6 participants dependent on experience level of group.

Snorkel tours are suitable for children 5 years and above & adults whom are good swimmers. Children under 15 yrs must be supervised by a parent/adult at 2:1 ratio (2 children : 1 parent/adult) - At least one parent to accompany (in water) and supervise maximum of two children. 

Ticket price includes wetsuits and snorkel gear for adults and children. We have wetsuits from Adult 4XL down to size 4 child. EMS has limited wetsuits and floatation devices for under 7 years. 5-7 year olds can participate if parents supply child's own wetsuit and floatation device & supervision is one-on-one by parent. Snorkel tours are taken at (or close to) low tide when there is little water movement and best visibility. Depth ranges from 2-4m. Trained snorkel guides lead the tours and are often accompanied by student or qualified marine biologists. All wetsuits are washed and mask 'n' snorkel sterilised between uses.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before snorkel tour time to fill out out registration form and be fitted with wetsuit and snorkel gear.

To view the marine life that can be encountered at Semaphore check out the citizen science project iNaturalist: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/semaphore-south-australia

Note: Plan B if high winds and swell - Semaphore breakwater - 1.3km south of jetty.