Popeye and Paddle Boats on the Torrens River

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Sit back and see Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon.
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Special events, private charters and regular sightseeing cruises are available from Elder Park, Adelaide. There’s really only a few ways to see Adelaide from the River Torrens and we have two of them. On board the Popeye and paddling along in one of our new paddle boats. Our boats have been enjoyed for generations because the Popeye first started in 1935. The “Popeye” boats are privately owned rec

reational ferries that operate on the lake between Elder Park and the Adelaide Zoo. The first boat was launched on the Torrens Lake by Gordon Watts in 1935. It was a 25-foot (7.6 m) boat, built on the banks of the River Torrens to hold up to 20 passengers and named Popeye 1.

20/06/2025

This Sunday is our second to last High Tea before we shut for our August break! Come and share a cup of tea with our family, or better yet a glass of bubbles 🥂🥂
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18/06/2025

The kids onboard today had no idea who Mr Percival was! What is the world coming to...
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15/06/2025

Ahoy there! If haven't been aboard our little boat yet come on down! our little family would love to meet yours!
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13/06/2025

Ahoy there!

Popeye makes for an absolutely unforgettable venue for birthdays, hens, or work shows! From private gin tastings and high teas to cocktail style functions we can do it all!

End of year slots are filling fast!

11/06/2025

Ahoy there!

What better way to keep warm than a cup of tea, coffee, or bubbles and some delicious desserts!

Our next High Tea is next Sunday, grab your tickets now!

06/06/2025

How's the view from your office?

If you're looking for a venue for a work celebration with a special Adelaide touch look no further. Drinks, food, and a view.

Christmas time slots are already filling out 🥳

28/05/2025

Ahoy there!

Captain Dipper's got some maintenance to do so our Popeye fleet is going to be taking a day off tomorrow!

21/05/2025

Ahoy There!

Only a few more gin cruises before Popeye takes its August nap!

Come see why SA makes the best.

20/05/2025

Ahoy there!

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Popeye will not be operating today. Apologies for the inconvenience!

30/04/2025

Ahoy There, Mum Deserves the Royal Treatment!

This Mother’s Day, set sail for relaxation with a regal high tea cruise on the River Torrens.

Enjoy home cooked delectable morsels, locally brewed tea and coffee, and bottomless sparkling, beer, soft drinks, and juice—all while soaking up the scenic serenity of the water.

It’s the perfect way to spoil Mum (and treat the whole family too)!
Limited spots available – book now and make her day truly special.

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24/04/2025

Ahoy There, Mum Deserves the Royal Treatment!

This Mother’s Day, set sail for relaxation with a regal high tea cruise on the River Torrens.

Enjoy home cooked delectable morsels, locally brewed tea and coffee, and bottomless sparkling, beer, soft drinks, and juice—all while soaking up the scenic serenity of the water.

It’s the perfect way to spoil Mum (and treat the whole family too)!

Limited spots available – book now and make her day truly special.

13/02/2025

Ahoy there!

We're thrilled to introduce you to our new fleet of Paddle Boats!

They've just arrived all the way from Italy and to celebrate we're going to be donating all profits from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to the Hutt St Centre to support South Australians experiencing homelessness.

All rides are $20 for 20 minutes over this period. A romantic ride for two for Valentine's day maybe?

Sit back and see Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon. Special events, private charters and regular sightseeing cruises are available from Elder Park, Adelaide.

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River Torrens, Elder Park
Adelaide, SA
5000

Telephone

+61882327994

Website

http://www.thepopeye.com.au/

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Popeye’s Story

There’s really only a few ways to see Adelaide from the River Torrens and we have two of them. On board the Popeye and paddling along in one of our paddle boats. Our boats have been enjoyed for generations as the Popeye first started in 1935. The “Popeye” boats are privately owned recreational ferries that operate on the lake between Elder Park and the Adelaide Zoo. The first boat was launched on the Torrens Lake by Gordon Watts in 1935. It was a 25-foot (7.6 m) boat, built on the banks of the River Torrens to hold up to 20 passengers and named Popeye 1. Come and enjoy time with your family and friends in a paddle boat or on the Popeye along the Torrens River in Adelaide on any of our public tours, perhaps rekindle your childhood memories and we’d love for you to make new ones. Watch the wildlife, bring your picnic on board, see joggers and bicyclists flit by and relax for a while. How perfect does that sound?

Check out the events section of our page or check out our web site to see what we here at the Popeye are up to, then purchase tickets to join us on one of our upcoming special events. Paddle Boats $20 per boat (inc 2 people) for 20 mins Popeye I, II or III - round trip from Elder Park or the Zoo (Starting at 10am each day) Adults $15 Seniors $13 Children $8 Toddlers (under 3 years of age) free

Want to have these SA icons just to yourself? The Popeye Fleet and Paddle boats are available for hire/charter. Contact us at [email protected] to find out more.

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