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Temptation Sailing offers a variety of multi award winning eco tourism cruises from Glenelg, SA
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23/05/2024

Our Co-Owner & Skipper Zac and our Office Manager Kayla have been busy in Melbourne this week attending ATE24 - the largest annual B2B event in the southern hemisphere, selling our amazing products to the world! 🐬

Looking forward to seeing you all on board for our upcoming 2024/25 season. Exciting things on the way! 👀

24/04/2024

Join us this Saturday 27th April at 5pm for our last Tunes on Temptation Boat Party of the season! 🪩🎶

Last tickets available via link in bio 🎟️

18/03/2024

A day aboard Temptation ⛵️

Start with morning wellness, venture on our thrilling wild dolphin tour, relax in the luxury of a private charter, experience the magic of a twilight cruise and dance the night away on our Tunes on Temptation DJ cruise.

We are approaching the end of our season and have released dates for our tours until the end of the year!

14/03/2024

Nothing beats an Adelaide sunset!

Join us on board our Twilight Cruise before our season ends - link in bio to book ☀️⛵️

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03/02/2024

We’re very excited to announce we will be on TV tomorrow at 5:30pm for the first episode of HelloSA on Channel 9!

Tune in to see what takes place on our Wild Dolphin Tour 🐬

21/01/2024

It’s calving season! 👶🐬

We saw three calves on our Wild Dolphin Tour this morning! This calf pictured is 2 weeks old and still has visible foetal folds from being squished up in the mothers womb

Did you know - The gestation period for indo-pacific bottlenose dolphins is 12 months!

06/12/2023

What it feels like to swim with wild dolphins 🐬⛵️

05/12/2023

Unsure what to gift this Christmas? 🎁🎄

What about the unique gift of an unforgettable experience onboard Temptation

We have instant gift vouchers for our Wild Dolphin Swim/Watch, Twilight Cruise, Coastal Day cruise and more! 🎄🐬⛵️

Book here:

Rezdy Online Booking

08/11/2023

We’re proud to now be a Green Travel Leader with decade of being an Advanced Eco Certified business with Ecotourism Australia

Visit https://www.ecotourism.org.au/blog/case-study-temptation-sailing to see the full article 🐬⛵️

When Temptation Sailing began their Dolphin Cruises back in 2000, they were inspired to run an ethical wildlife tourism business that contributed to the ongoing preservation of marine life.

Now having achieved a decade of ECO Certification this year, this business is constantly seeking ways to continuously improve their sustainable tourism practices by lowering their footprint and working with local communities while contributing to conservation research.

Read their story here: https://www.ecotourism.org.au/blog/case-study-temptation-sailing

Image: Temptation Sailing. ID: A group view a pod of swimming dolphins from a short distance on the Temptation Sailing catamaran.

02/11/2023

Much on this Sunday? We have availability on our Afternoon Tea Cruise, a 2 hour coastal cruise all inclusive with a drinks package and food including fresh paninis, desserts and fruit platters 🥂🍰 for just $79pp!

Sundays forecast is 25 degrees with light winds so will make for a beautiful day out on the water ☀️

Book here: https://dolphinboat.com.au/afternoon-tea-cruise/

21/08/2023

New Job Opportunity!

Position: Master/Eco Tour Guide at Temptation Sailing

About the Business

‘Temptation’ is a 58ft x 32ft aluminium sailing catamaran designed as a passenger charter vessel surveyed to hold up to 50 passengers. Temptation Sailing is a marine tourism operator, offering short cruises from the Holdfast Shores Marina in Glenelg, South Australia.

Our services include wild dolphin swim/watch tours, public coastal cruises and private charters running from mid September through to mid April. We have a licensed bar onboard serving beverages throughout the cruises.

Job Description

We are looking for a new skipper and eco tour guide with a Master

11/04/2023

For anyone curious about how we run our Wild Dolphin Swims, we have just released an instructional video. Our season is finishing on the 30th of April, we look forward to having you onboard! 😊🐬

Our Wild Dolphin Swim Safety brief video, we can't wait to have you onboard!For more information - https://dolphinboat.com.au/wild-dolphin-tour/

21/12/2022

Here at Temptation Sailing we are very excited that Christmas is only 4 days away!!!

If you’re stuck for a last minute gift idea, give the gift you know they’ll love - an experience on board Temptation 🐬

Visit the link in our bio to purchase one of our instant gift cards!

🎄🎄🎄

03/12/2022

Join us and Ruby from The Grounding next Sunday for the first Wellness at Sea cruise for the season 🤍

This 1 hour meditation session takes place during sunrise, focusing on breathing and movement, what a blissful way to start your day. ✨

https://dolphinboat.com.au/wellness-at-sea/ find more info here 🤍

01/12/2022

Happy first day of summer!!!

We experienced gorgeous weather on our twilight cruise last Thursday and we can’t wait for summer to bring many more nights like this! 🌞🌞🌞

24/11/2022

Grab some mates or your loved ones and join us tonight for our last TWILIGHT CRUISE available until mid-December!

Departing at 6:45pm from Marina Pier, Glenelg – from the bottom of the stairs/ramp in front of The Oyster Bar.

We would love to have you ♡

Book via the link in our bio ✨

21/11/2022

We have just added a last minute Twilight Cruise this Thursday with some gorgeous weather forecasted ☀️⛵️🌅

https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/32915/twilight-cruise

19/11/2022

Did you know that Christmas is only 36 days away!?! 🎄

Here at Temptation, we want to help make your gift buying easy this year. Gift your friends, family or loved ones the unique experience to join Captain Zac and the team aboard Temptation - we have something for everyone!

Via the link in our bio, you will find gift vouchers to all of our public tours and even gift cards for those still undecided!

Name a more perfect present! 🎄

17/11/2022

How stunning is this shot from of our pride and joy cruising past Glenelg during our Twilight Cruise Last night ✨

P.s. We’d love to know what you think of the new signage we have added this season???

10/11/2022

‘Temptation’ - how stunning does our vessel look out on the water ⛵️

Were lucky to have such great features onboard including a fully licensed bar, spacious furnished cabin and a 360-degree front viewing deck!

Being a 58-foot sailing catamaran also allows you the luxury to bring aboard 50 passengers with the guarantee of an extremely stable and spacious cruise!

What a unique way to celebrate your next occasion!

06/11/2022

We are being absolutely spoilt lately! A few lucky watchers got to see these wonderful creatures being playful out in their natural habitat earlier this week 🐬

P.s. Did you know we offer vouchers? What a great present idea coming up to Christmas!

05/11/2022

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Nothing compares to the stunning water views at Marina Pier GleneIg. Jump on a cruise with Temptation Sailing, and experience Glenelg by water! ⛵🥂🌞

05/11/2022

What stunning weather we are experiencing! 🐬

If you are free tomorrow, we still have spots available for our Dolphin Swim and Watch at 8am and our Afternoon Tea Cruise at 12:30pm!

We would love for you to come along and join us 🤍

04/11/2022

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to experience our front swim?

Will captured this beautiful video this morning of one lucky swimmer waving to the dolphins, how magical!!! 🤍

01/11/2022

Looking for something exciting to do this Sunday?

We have availability on our Afternoon Tea Cruise, an all inclusive drinks package and catered cruise including Freshly made paninis, desserts and fruit platters 🥂🍰

The weather is looking superb with 25 degrees, light wind and sunshine ☀️

Book now here: https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/37019/afternoon-tea-cruise

26/10/2022

Dreaming of better weather like us?

Join us in November for some sunshine and maybe even a dolphin sighting if you’re lucky!!

We’ve just added Coastal Day Cruise’s on the 13th and 19th!! 🐬

https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/32914/coastal-day-cruise

20/10/2022

Looking for something a bit different to do on a Sunday? Join us this November for one of our unique and wonderful Afternoon Tea Cruise’s! 🫖

Indulge in this 2 hour coastal cruise, inclusive of food and beverages while we cruise along the beautiful Adelaide Coastline.

What a beautiful way to catch up with some friends! 🥂

08/10/2022

We have added a last minute Coastal Day Cruise tomorrow 12:30 - 2pm.

The weathers looking amazing! ☀️🥂🍺

https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/32914/coastal-day-cruise

06/10/2022

Grab a few friends and join us for a Coastal Day Cruise! 🌞

Experience an hour and a half of sunshine and bliss, spots available this Sunday October 9. Departing at 12:30pm and arriving back at the Marina by 2pm, what a lovely way to spend an afternoon.

The weather is looking glorious! We hope to see you there!

Bookings via the link in our bio 🐬

Address

Marina Pier, Holdfast Shores, Temptation Sailing
Adelaide, SA
5045

Website

http://www.temptationsailing.com.au/

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Videos

A day aboard Temptation ⛵️ Start with morning wellness, venture on our thrilling wild dolphin tour, relax in the luxury of a private charter, experience the magic of a twilight cruise and dance the night away on our Tunes on Temptation DJ cruise. We are approaching the end of our season and have released dates for our tours until the end of the year!

We’re very excited to announce we will be on TV tomorrow at 5:30pm for the first episode of HelloSA on Channel 9! Tune in to see what takes place on our Wild Dolphin Tour 🐬

What it feels like to swim with wild dolphins 🐬⛵️

What you see vs what the camera sees 📸🐬 #temptationsailing #dolphinboat

This Indo-Pacific Bottlenose dolphin was having a blast doing pirouettes in front of the swimmers yesterday! 🐬❤️ #dolphinboat #temptationsailing

This season has been amazing so far! ⛵️🐬 #dolphinboat #temptationsailing #southaustralia

Just wait for the underwater view! 🐬😍 #dolphinboat #temptationsailing #glenelg #ecotourism #tourism

Effortless movement 🐬. A pod of Short-Beaked common dolphins providing a magical interaction on our Wild Dolphin Tour. See if you can spot the swimmers 🤿

Now here’s some unique footage! Captured yesterday by chance on the security camera during our Wild Dolphin Tour 😂🐬This Indo-pacific bottlenose dolphin put on an absolute show for our guests onboard 🐬

Todays Wild Dolphin Tour, Sound on for the swimmers reactions 😂🐬

Celebrate NYE in Style 🍾 Whilst cruising along enjoying a panoramic view of Adelaide’s stunning coastline, listen to some light music and soak in the sunshine over the water with your friends, family and our amazing crew. We have either our Standard Coastal Day Cruise ticket for $44, or spoil your special someone with our Package for Two option including 2 x tickets onboard, a beverage each and either a cheese or antipasto plate for $115. WHEN: SATURDAY 31 DECEMBER 2:30PM til 4pm We can’t wait to see you there 🫶 (Tickets are available via the link in our bio)

For those wondering how our Front Swim Experience works 🐬. Lay down on our custom front swim next and watch the dolphins ‘bow ride’ within arms length! No swimming experience is required 👌 #temptationsailing #dolphinboat

Happy first day of summer!!! We experienced gorgeous weather on our twilight cruise last Thursday and we can’t wait for summer to bring many more nights like this! 🌞🌞🌞

‘Temptation’ - how stunning does our vessel look out on the water ⛵️ Were lucky to have such great features onboard including a fully licensed bar, spacious furnished cabin and a 360-degree front viewing deck! Being a 58-foot sailing catamaran also allows you the luxury to bring aboard 50 passengers with the guarantee of an extremely stable and spacious cruise! What a unique way to celebrate your next occasion!

We are being absolutely spoilt lately! A few lucky watchers got to see these wonderful creatures being playful out in their natural habitat earlier this week 🐬 P.s. Did you know we offer vouchers? What a great present idea coming up to Christmas!

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to experience our front swim? Will captured this beautiful video this morning of one lucky swimmer waving to the dolphins, how magical!!! 🤍

Dreaming of better weather like us? Join us in November for some sunshine and maybe even a dolphin sighting if you’re lucky!! We’ve just added Coastal Day Cruise’s on the 13th and 19th!! 🐬 https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/32914/coastal-day-cruise

We have added a last minute Coastal Day Cruise tomorrow 12:30 - 2pm. The weathers looking amazing! ☀️🥂🍺 https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/32914/coastal-day-cruise

Wild Dolphin Tours - Departing daily from Glenelg

A once in a lifetime experience 🐬🙌🏼 Wild Dolphin Swim & Watch Tours departing daily from Glenelg 🛥 https://temptationsailing.rezdy.com/31254/wild-dolphin-swim

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Where it all started!

Temptation was designed and built by owner/operator Stephen Waites to do snorkeling trips out to the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland. It was being built at the same time as Marina Pier was being developed.

When completed Temptation was put into the new marina as the only operating charter vessel.

Temptation went out on daily cruises which over time gave the local dolphins a bit of fun and safety. In April 2001 a young dolphin with its mother made Marina Pier its safe haven. This dolphin which was named Jade, after Stephen’s daughter, became a large draw card for Temptation and the restaurants in the precinct. In a short time Jade began swimming with Jade and then the ball began to roll.