The south of Adelaide has some pretty amazing beaches. Another one of our favourites is Port Noarlunga beach. Situated only 33 kilometres away from the centre of Adelaide, it's the perfect spot to take the family for the day.
There is a lot to see and do around Port Noarlunga beach. Over the course of this post, we'll give you some information on it, as well as tell you about our favourite things to do down there.
Recently the ever illusive Leafy Seadragons were even spotted here. There is a huge amount of sea creatures to spot, each as amazing as the next. The last time we snorkeled here we even spotted a few dolphins near the end of the jetty.
The reef is fairly easy to get to. Port Noarlunga jetty takes you most of the way out. There are stairs at the end of the jetty that you can take to enter and exit the water. If you keep your eyes peeled, you may even see a school of fish that hang around the end of the jetty waiting for bread from those who enter the water. It truly is an amazing experience.
Unfortunately this lack of waves means it's not ideal for surfing. Southport beach is less than 1 kilometre away and is much better for surfing if this is what you'd prefer.
Fishing is an extremely popular activity at Port Noarlunga beach. Most days you'll find the jetty lined with keen fisherman hoping to get a good catch. Having the reef close to the jetty makes it a great spot for fishing. Just take note that the very end of the jetty and the reef itself are part of the aquatic reserve and fishing activities must not take place within this zone.
Just a short walk away is Beck's Bakery, as well as a myriad of cafes and restaurants within Port Noarlunga. Each does something different and delicious, so we're sure there will be something to cater to everyone.
Alternatively you could grab some hot chips from the local takeaway shop and have a picnic on the beach. The options are endless.
If you're in need of some shops, Seaford shopping centre and Colonnades shopping centre are both only a few minutes drive away. You could stop on the way for some picnic supplies and snorkel gear to maximise your experience at Port Noarlunga.
So if you're keen to see some marine life, or just looking at a spot to have a day of fun, take a look at Port Noarlunga beach. It's got everything you need to make the day special.
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Port Noarlunga Beach - Explore Adelaide
