Port River Heritage Tours on the Historic Vessel MV Archie Badenoch
Highlights
- Explore the historic Port River aboard the MV Archie Badenoch, immersing in local maritime heritage.
- Witness the majestic dolphin sanctuary while cruising, enhancing your connection with nature's wonders.
- Discover key historical sites like Hart's Mill and the City of Adelaide, enriching your understanding of the region.
- Enjoy same-day admission to the SA Maritime Museum, deepening your cultural experience after the tour.
Take a tour along the Port River on historic vessel MV Archie Badenoch. Learn about the history of the waterfront, the changing impacts to the river environment, and its role as a dolphin sanctuary. Sites include Hart’s Mill, the lifting Tom ‘Diver’ Derrick Bridge, the 1864 clipper ship City of Adelaide – and perhaps a dolphin!
Built during WWII by General Motors Holden for the Royal Australian Navy, the vessel was commissioned by the South Australian Police in December 1946. Named in honour of Constable Archibald Badenoch, the first South Australian Police Officer killed in action during World War II. Archie served the South Australian Police as the Number 1 Water Police Launch until 1978.
Ticket includes same-day admission to the SA Maritime Museum.
Tours take approximately 1 hour. Check our website for tour dates.
In the case of extreme weather (heat or strong wind), the tour may be cancelled. Ticket holders will be notified as soon as possible and given the choice of rescheduling or requesting a refund.
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