Kangaroo Island
Let yourself go
With dramatic cliffs and pristine, secluded beaches, Kangaroo Island is a natural wonder without peer. This isolated island has a treasure trove of local produce and its beauty and tranquility encourages a strong artistic presence. It is a sanctuary for wildlife and a haven for frazzled souls.
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Kangaroo Island (“KI” to the locals) is a short flight from Adelaide or a ferry ride from Cape Jervis. There’s so much to do on this island. Explore untouched bushland, fish on pristine beaches, see the wildlife, go on an eco tour or charter.
History and heritage
Kangaroo Island is rich in history. In 1802, British explorer, Matthew Flinders landed near Kangaroo Head on Dudley Peninsula. French explorer, Nicolas Baudin, followed soon after and mapped most of the island. Kangaroo Island became Australia's first free settlement, with sealers, escaped convicts and runaway sailors calling the island home.
Today, life on Kangaroo Island is a lot easier. The locals are a happy and friendly lot.
Visit Kangaroo Island. You’ll see why it’s a tourism icon.
The Southern Ocean
Wildlife surrounds Kangaroo Island. The ocean is teeming with fish, sea lions and little penguin colonies. Stand on the shore in the cooler months and watch migrating southern right whales and their calves.
This place is like a zoo without fences, with rare bird life, tammar wallabies, short-beaked echidnas and plenty of kangaroos and koalas.
Accommodation options
There are loads of accommodation options, from simple lodgings to breathtaking luxury. Be pampered with a day spa and beauty treatments, then go straight to the dining table for exquisitely prepared regional produce.
Sleep in a swag under the stars. You’ll have no trouble finding a beautiful place to camp. The clarity of the night sky on Kangaroo Island is something you’ll never forget.
Stunning scenery
Absorb Kangaroo Island’s heritage and natural beauty at your own pace by car or four wheel drive (4WD). Go on a self guided audio tour, coach journey, four wheel drive (4WD) adventure, boat trip or fishing charter.
Stunning wildlife, beaches, fresh produce, wine and accommodation; Kangaroo Island has all of this. You’ll find it in the Kangaroo Island Visitor Guide. So to plan your next holiday, view the Kangaroo Island Visitor Guide online here and let yourself go!
Things to do
Here are some great ideas for you to try while you’re in the area.
What's on
There are plenty of events in Kangaroo Island. Here are some ideas you might like.
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