3 Day Kangaroo Island Adventure Tour from Adelaide

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Highlights & inclusions

See Flinders Chase National Park's otherworldly rock formations
Wander amongst a fur seal colony at Seal Bay
Immerse yourself in nature's playground on rewarding hikes
Sample some of the island's food and wine
Stargaze from your swag under the billions of stars of the Milky Way
Swim and snorkel at secluded white sandy beaches

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Tue, Apr 30, 2024

What you can expect

Unearth Australia's third-largest island on an adventure tour from Adelaide. Kangaroo Island, or "nature's playground" as it is commonly known, is famed for its plentiful wildlife from the land, sea and sky, as well as its untamed landscapes, white sandy beaches, and friendly locals. Awaken your senses as you experience moments in nature you will never forget. Visit the icons, such as Flinders Chase National Park and Seal Bay. Ignite your taste buds during honey and wine tasting, and participate in meaningful conservation work. Embark on magical hikes, snorkel in turquoise waters and sleep under the billions of stars on southern skies.

Location

85 Franklin St, Adelaide, SA 5000

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Accommodation - 2 x nights swag camping with facilities
  • Return ferry from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island
  • Return SeaLink bus connection from Adelaide to Cape Jervis
  • All actvities and experiences
  • Meals as listed (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners)
  • Wine and honey tasting
  • All national park and entrance fees
  • Storyteller Guide
  • Transport - Air-conditioned coaster bus (max 20 people)
Itinerary
  • Day 1: Adelaide to Kangaroo Island Today, an early start is required to catch your 6.45am SeaLink bus transfer from Adelaide CBD to the ferry terminal at Cape Jervis. Board the ferry for a 45-minute cruise to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island. Your Untamed Escapes Guide will meet you here and give you an overview of the great experience ahead for the next few days. Hop on board the bus and start exploring Kangaroo Island! Take a scenic coastal drive to Pennington Bay on the island’s south coast. With powerful swells rolling in, this beach is famed for its epic surf breaks. Climb the 500 steps to the top of Prospect Hill, the highest point on Kangaroo Island, for rewarding views and to get your bearings. Kangaroo Island is the world’s oldest bee sanctuary and is home to the only pure strain of Ligurian Bee in the world. Pop into Clifford’s Honey to learn all about these fascinating creatures and, of course, do a tasting. Next, visit family-owned Dudley Wines, where you can sprawl out on their lush lawns and take in the incredible views over the ocean – the perfect place to relax and connect with your fellow travellers. Come late afternoon, arrive at our eco-campsite, aptly named “Happiness”. Featuring private access to one of Kangaroo Island’s most stunning beaches – Antechamber Bay, you’ll be right at home here for the next two nights. Enjoy some free time to relax or take a walk down to the beach. Tonight, roll out your swag underneath the billions of stars of the Milky Way and feel an incredible connection with nature. Today we drive approximately 240 km. Accommodation Swag camping Meals - Lunch and Dinner Seals at Seal Bay Conservation Park Kangaroo Island. Day 2: Kangaroo Island After breakfast, add meaning to your trip by taking part in a volunteer conservation effort at the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. This 2,000-hectare wilderness sanctuary is a haven for native wildlife such as koalas, kangaroos, possums, echidnas, reptiles and birdlife. Like most of Kangaroo Island, it was devastated by the 2020 bushfires and has since become a story of resilience, recovery and regeneration. Our conservation work depends on the time of year but may involve seed collecting, tree planting or counting wildlife. Next, we’ll set our coordinates for the iconic Flinders Chase National Park, located at the northwestern point of the island. This park is renowned for its rock formations, impressive beaches, and abundant wildlife. At Admirals Arch, wander along a boardwalk as you soak up the serenity and keep your eyes peeled for the resident New Zealand fur seals. Marvel at the Remarkable Rocks, shaped by nature for over 500 million years. Take a bush walk at Weirs Cove before a picnic lunch to refuel. After lunch, it’s time for an incredible wildlife encounter. Seal Bay is home to the third-largest colony of endangered Australian sea lions, with around 800 calling the bay home. Join a 45-minute tour with the National Parks & Wildlife guides, who know pretty much everything there is to know about these beautiful creatures. Follow a boardwalk through the dunes down to the beach, and on the way, pass sea lions snoozing or even lying in the middle of the beach path and learn about conservation efforts to save this endangered species. After a full day, head back towards camp to reflect and relax over dinner before rolling out your swag and counting shooting stars. Today, we drive approximately 340 km. Meals - Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Emu Bay Kangaroo Island from above. Day 3: Kangaroo Island to Adelaide Start the final day of your tour with a morning hike before taking some free time in Kingscote to grab a coffee. Explore the island’s stunning north coast for the remainder of the day. Weave your way through a labyrinth of caves before emerging at the beach voted best in Australia in 2023 – Stokes Bay. Have a picnic lunch, and if the weather is right, enjoy some free time to snorkel among the rock pools or soak up the surrounding landscape. Today, you’ll also become a citizen scientist and contribute to conservation efforts and research on the island in partnership with Passport to Recovery. This afternoon, head back to “Happiness” to freshen up, pack your things and head to Penneshaw for your 7.30pm ferry back to the mainland. But we will have time for one last dinner (at own expense), before farewelling your Guide. Once you arrive in Cape Jervis, your SeaLink bus connection will have you back in Adelaide at 11 pm.
Highlights
  • See Flinders Chase National Park’s otherworldly rock formations
  • Wander amongst a fur seal colony at Seal Bay
  • Immerse yourself in nature’s playground on rewarding hikes
  • Sample some of the island’s food and wine
  • Stargaze from your swag under the billions of stars of the Milky Way
  • Participate in meaningful conservation work and learn from environmental experts
  • Swim and snorkel at secluded white sandy beaches
  • See abundant native wildlife from the land, sea and sky
Departure Location
  • Tours depart from Adelaide Central Bus Station, 85 Franklin St, Adelaide at approximately 6.15am. Please be at the departure point at least 30 minutes prior to departure
Additional Information
  • To get the most from our Kangaroo Island adventure tours, you need to enjoy the outdoors and hiking and be able to cope with extreme weather conditions.
  • A moderate fitness level is required, and you need to be prepared for walks between 2-5 kilometres on some days. This may involve rough ground and perhaps getting wet.
  • Please advise of any special dietary requirements when you book. We offer plenty of variety and do our best to provide fresh products. Snacks, soft drinks and alcohol are not included.
  • Bags are restricted to 1 × 15 kg backpack/soft travel bag per person, plus one small piece of hand luggage.
  • As part of our COVID-Safe protocols, all passengers must complete online check-in, including a ‘Fit for Travel’ self-declaration to confirm they are free from illness. This is mandatory and must be completed at the latest 24 hours before departure.
  • This tour requires a minimum of six people to operate. In the unlikely event your departure is cancelled because minimum numbers have not been met, we will transfer all monies paid onto a future departure date. If this is not suitable, we will refund your tour price in full.
  • Camping is at a private bushland property called “Happiness” at Antechamber Bay.
  • The property also has a camp kitchen, bathroom and lounge facilities. It is also only a 10-minute wander down a bush track to a magical beach.
  • In wet weather, we can put the swags in a sheltered area on the verandah and have access to indoor facilities to use.
  • When camping, we use single swags. Swags are ‘Aussie Bed Rolls’ made from sturdy canvas with a mattress built into the swag. Passengers must provide a sleeping bag and pillow to insert into the swag.
  • This is a camping tour, and involvement from the passengers is required. This can include helping with meals and packing up camp.
  • Weather conditions in Australia can change quickly, and our experienced guides will always put the safety of our passengers first and stay abreast of weather conditions.
  • Itinerary changes may occur to ensure we provide the best possible experience. For example, if it is wet or cold, your Guide may change the beach and outdoor activities with indoor food and wine experiences. Any itinerary changes will be communicated to the group in advance.
Cancellation Policy
  • Day Tours
  • Day tours can be cancelled for free more than 7 days before departure.
  • Cancellations between 3 and 6 days before departure will receive a 100% travel credit with a validity of three years from the purchase.
  • Cancellations within 48 hours before departure or failure to board the tour: will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
  • Extended Tours
  • Cancellation 60 – 30 days: 25% cancellation fee.
  • 29 – 14 days: 50% cancellation fee.
  • 13 - 0 days: 100% full cancellation fees apply.
  • If the passenger joins the tour after departure or leaves before completion, no refunds will be made.
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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$895.00AUD
or 4 x $223.75 with more info
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to experience

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