The south west of kangaroo island, kangaroo island. A must visit kangaroo island gateway visitor information. This is the perfect pick for wildlife and nature fans, as the trip includes a visit to seal bay conservation park, and flinders chase national park. Theres an unmistakable sanctity about kangaroo island. Coronavirus outbreak we are unable to process brochure orders at this time. From world class acts, wine and food festivals, theatre and events for the whole family, theres always something to do in the hunter valley. We operate tours on kangaroo island in south australia. Kangaroo island fire recovery newsletter latest issue. The booklet and map they provided was all we needed to guide us through an unforgettable experience.
We suggest that you obtain a kangaroo island visitor information booklet, which includes a map, from any accredited visitor information centre. Youll notice them by the bright blue and yellow i sign that they display. Sealink, kangaroo island s vehicle and passenger ferry service operates at least four times a day except christmas day between cape jervis 2 hours drive south of adelaide on the mainland and penneshaw, kangaroo island. Many visitors frequently state we wish we could have stayed longer. Kangaroo island is the epitome of variety, ripe with pristine beaches, historic lighthouses, conservation land, underground caves, rare honeybees, gourmet local delicacies and penguins. With this pass you are also entitled to a number of guided walks around the island, including tours to the seal colony at seal bay every day between 9. The ki wilderness trail is located in flinders chase national park on the western end of kangaroo island, and traverses cape. Kangaroo island emergency relief web page for a recovery hotline and details on relief and recovery centres. The sole endemic vertebrate species is a small marsupial carnivore, the kangaroo island dunnart. Due to covid19 and based on the australian governments announcement that all nonessential travel should be cancelled, the kangaroo island tourism food wine and beverages association strongly discourages visitors to kangaroo island at this time.
Many of the things you might take for granted on the mainland like mobile phonetvinternet reception, gps access, street lightstraffic lights, department stores, supermarkets, evening restaurant dining or easy access to petrol, cafes and groceries may not be part of your experience here. Kangaroo island or ki is an island about 45 minutes by ferry off the coast of south australia. Our parks and reserves natural resources kangaroo island. Kangaroo island is an agriculture quarantine zone, meaning that the transport of plants, animals and some food islands from the mainland to kangaroo island is prohibited. The indicators that relate to the visitor experience have been measured through the annual visitor exit survey since 2002.
Nov 14, 2016 of the impact of tourism on kangaroo island. If you would like to receive a copy please complete the form below. Once the time is right and travel restrictions have been lifted, wed love to welcome you back to kangaroo island. Kangaroo island is a big island the third largest off the coast of australia. To find out more about kangaroo island, download the visitor guide, drop into a visitor information centre or contact. The island is 145 kilometers east to west, and has an abundance of wildlife, natural scenery, wineries and beaches. Kangaroo island tourism food wine and beverage association kitfwba is a nonprofit, incorporated, membership based body.
Kangaroo island star is a modern, luxuriously appointed beachfront home which sits on pristine island beach. Great ride to glenelg by tram from the city of adeliade takes about half an hour lots of sights of the suburbs on the way there and a nice little town and beach at the end of the line the tram runs every 15 mins. Looking to book a room tonight or sometime in the near future, please be sure to visit our lodging availability links. Kangaroo island is rich in natural attractions and a sanctuary for an abundance of wildlife.
It is a very good idea to allow at least 8 hours to fully savour all of this natural kangaroo island beauty, and spend plenty of time observing all the wildlife that can be seen along the way. Kangaroo island wildlife park is one of kangaroo island s best attractions. The brochure will normally be shipped within a few working days. The 64 km kangaroo island wilderness trail offers a unique naturebased experience, giving visitors access to one of the most rugged, remote and spectacular coastlines in australia. Kangaroo island is known for its wildlife, but honeybees usually arent part of it. The south west of kangaroo island most visitors to kangaroo island incorporate a visit to seal bay and to the flinders chase national park. Pets if you are planning on bringing your dog or cat to kangaroo island, please notify the kangaroo island council on 08 8553 4500. Offering fat biking and sandboarding options to keep everyone entertained.
The kangaroo island kangaroo, rosenbergs sand goanna, southern brown bandicoot, tammar wallaby, common brushtail possum, shortbeaked echidna, australian sea lion and longnosed fur seal are native to the island, as well as six bat and frog species. Kangaroo island is an unspoilt wilderness in a remote location. It is 112 kilometres southwest of adelaide and at its closest point to the mainland, it is kilometres offshore from cape jervis, south australia. The clear sky at night will make you feel closer to the universe. Kangaroo island photography tour chris bray photography. We are passionate about australias great southern island, its vast marine and wildlife, its white sandy beaches, its turquiose waters and the unforgetable experiences that are waiting for all who visit. Visitor information centres can help you make the most of your kangaroo island holiday. The kangaroo island tourism food wine and beverage association is a membershipbased regional tourism organisation. Visit kangaroo island wilderness tours on your trip to. Kangaroo island businesses urge tourists not to abandon.
Visitor information nantucket, ma official website. Kangaroo island beach house accommodation beach front. With its raw and rugged coastline, natural wonders and wildlife, kangaroo island is known as natures playground. Yet the island belongs to another agea folksy, friendly, less. For more information about what to see and do while on kangaroo island, including bushwalking in our reserves visit the parks sa website or download the parks of kangaroo island booklet. Enjoy spectacular and uninterrupted 180degree elevated views in comfort plus kangaroo island star is the perfect base to explore the wonderful attractions of kangaroo island. There are plenty of national parks on kangaroo island but if you buy the island parks pass then you can have entry into all of the national parks. Kangaroo island sealink, kangaroo island adventure tours and kangaroo island odysseys are members of the sealink travel group. Disappointed kangaroo island gateway visitor information. May 23, 20 20 kangaroo island visitor guide markets, festivals, where to eat, what to see 20 kangaroo island visitor guide markets, festivals, where to eat, what to see issuu company logo.
Among the highlights of the tour include a visit to seal bay conservation park to see the island s sea lion population. Click here for a pdf by the belize tourist board, a quick guide to belize. Conveniently located only 12 minutes from the ferry port of penneshaw, you have the perfect base for your kangaroo island experience. The 10 best things to do in kangaroo island updated 2020. Kangaroo island was separated from mainland australia by a rise in sea level more than 9,000 years ago. Places to visit on kangaroo island lists some of the places that are a highlight to visit on kangaroo island. About kangaroo island australia kangaroo island australia is a web magazine website that is dedicated to all things related to kangaroo island. Kangaroo island best time to visit top tips before you go. Flinders chase, kangaroo island if theres any single highlight that makes kangaroo island a must visit, flinders chase national park is it. Topdeck at snelling beach is a newly built, offgrid beach house at beautiful middle river with four spacious bedrooms accommodating up to ten adults.
Kangaroo island is 155 km long by 55 km wide with 540 kms coastline covering some 4,500 sq kms. Flying you from adelaide to kangaroo island, well take you out on private boat charters to photograph and swim with dolphins and sea lions, minibus you to secret photo locations, get you underground in caves before opening hours and even onto. However, the information booklet soothingly advises that the unusual noises one hears are only caused by the wind. Welcome to kangaroo island, the third largest island off the coast of australia. Places to visit on kangaroo island book accommodation. Its role is to work with its members and stakeholders in developing the tourism, food, wine and beverages industries and promoting the incredible destination to domestic and international travellers, to the marketing and distribution trade and other relevant organisations. Kangaroo island visitor and tourist information the australian regional network. Rediscover the hunter valley with the hunter valley visitor information centre. Kangaroo island travel guides and tourist information. Kangaroo island is about 70 miles southwest of adelaide and is australias thirdlargest island, after tasmania and melville island.
Drink craft beer at the kangaroo island brewery, or sip within the cellar doors of the islands wineries, including dudley wines, near penneshaw, and bay of shoals wines, near kingscote. The belize tourism board promotes belize as a holiday destination. The visitor s book at cape du couedic also reports strange occurrences of unexplained sounds, lights coming from within the cottages and old man visiting. Belize visitors center, ambergris caye travel and information. Official website for the hunter valley visitor information. A 24 hour hotline 1800 255 556 is available for animal owners seeking urgent assistance and information. It is recommended you take a full day to visit seal bay and little sahara on kangaroo island, and to enjoy what you will see on this tour. There are seven regions which make up the island and many of the attractions within them are in easy reach by car or bus. Pirsa is assessing agricultural losses on kangaroo island. Koalas, kangaroos, seals, dolphins, amazing birdlife, iconic rock formations, caves and beach sunsets all on one spectacular island. A guide to visiting kangaroo island, south australia world. Kangaroo island is australias thirdlargest island after tasmania and melville island. Tourist information in kangaroo island lonely planet.
Kangaroo island travel guide expert picks for your vacation. The san pedro suns belize visitor guide provides visitors with information, ideas. Create a custom travel formula and plan your vancouver island travel. Kangaroo island star, at island beach on the dudley peninsula, is the perfect base from which to explore kangaroo island s attractions. Kangaroo island official website authentic kangaroo island. Cape borda lightstation closed until further notice cape gantheaume conservation park and wilderness protected area.
This decision has not been made lightly, and is temporary. Top things to do on kangaroo island 2020 book online. It takes about 2 hours to drive from penneshaw to the southwest tip, 1. Kangaroo island gateway visitor information centre ic. Tourism kangaroo island tki is a nonprofit, incorporated, membership based body, working with its members and stakeholders to develop the tourism industry. This document outlines the findings of the 201516 visitor exit survey ves. Should you get time this is a great pit stop to taste the local gin, which is highly regarded across south australia.
At the fascinating cliffords honey farm, however, hives of pure blood ligurian bees create a strain of honey that is so tantalizingly sweet it has becomes a staple of kangaroo island. Click here for a colorful two page 166k adobe acrobat brochure on the island. With over 150 species of native australian wildllife and over 600 animals weve got all the experiences you could wish for. The tourist guide contains all the practical information you may need for. Kangaroo island gateway visitor information centre home. Discover the beauty of the island on this full day scenic day tour. Kangaroo island south australian tourism commission. Kangaroo island holds many secrets waiting to be discovered. Great ride to glenelg by tram from the city of adeliade takes about half an hour lots of sights of the suburbs on the way there and a nice little town and beach at the end of the line. Adelaide wildlife rescuer simon adamczyk carries an injured koala on kangaroo island, south australia.
Choose from powered sites or log cabins at our caravan park, or a package to help you make the most of the new kangaroo island wilderness trail. As you step off onto the island, its impossible not to relax. Get more out of your time in adelaide by going on an actionpacked day trip to kangaroo island. Additional information is also available on councils website.
The best kangaroo island transportation tripadvisor. Travel guides and tourist information on kangaroo island, australia. Stretching just over 150 kilometres, nearly half of the island remains uncleared of native vegetation, providing a sanctuary for australian sea lions, shortbeaked echidnas, an endemic species of kangaroo and many others. We provide a comprehensive, impartial information and booking service for the bay of islands and new zealand for accommodation, activities, attractions and. Discover this enchanted island with the amelia island visitor guide. For business owners every day, we help thousands of travelers plan great vacations. Kangaroo island wildlife park family activity in ki. Full list of winners below, and see winners booklet. Kangaroo island is a gourmet destination known in particular for its freshly caught seafood, cheeses and wines. Listed below is a short description of each place and what it has to offer. Book online in advance and remember to checkin 30 minutes prior to your scheduled ferry departure. Check out the best tours and activities to experience penneshaw. It is australias third largest island after tasmania and melville islands.
Visit vancouver island to find yourself in your element. This booklet provides information about the experiences available within the parks. Drink craft beer at the kangaroo island brewery, or sip within the cellar doors of the island s wineries, including dudley wines, near. Information about tourist offices and agencies in kangaroo island tourist information in kangaroo island lonely planet hi there, we use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Check out our package guide for information on pei vacation packages and deals. Contact kangaroo island escapes if you require more information. Here are some tips on how to use your listing page to attract more travelers to your business kangaroo island wilderness tours. Kangaroo island is a little slice of heaven offering visitors spectacular scenery teeming with wildlife, beautiful secluded beaches and locally produced gourmet food. None is more rewarding than the kangaroo island wilderness trail. We have 2 tours which focus on the newly establishes kangaroo island wilderness trail, the 1 day kangaroo island tour and the 5 day kangaroo island tour. Kangaroo island highlights day tour penneshaw book now.
Cayman islands official tourism website welcome to the cayman. For other recovery information visit department of human services website. Ki visitor information serenity cottage kangaroo island. Bay of islands isite visitor information centre new zealand. Two of kangaroo island s newest and unique businesses have been awarded for their creativity and passion at the 2018 kangaroo island food, wine and tourism awards. Seal bay kangaroo island, kangaroo island information. For other camping areas please call the gateway visitor information centre at penneshaw on 8553 1185 or the kangaroo island council, kingscote on 8553 4500.
Order a print copy of the pei visitors guide or download a pdf version. Kangaroo island food wine and tourism award winners. Norfolk island information for flights accommodation, holiday experiences, weather and events. You have chosen well to stay at an accredited authentic kangaroo island alliance property. Home norfolk island tourism and travel information. Nov 24, 2017 kangaroo island is the 3rd least populated island on earth after greenland and the falkland islands, with less than one person per sq km.
View our new ebook to be at one with the elements in orkney, and let the islands stir your soul. These centres are open seven days a week and theyll provide you with all the information youll need for your travels around the island. The wild and wonderful kangaroo island with kids guide meeting this sealion and pup, guided seal bay walk dubbed the galapagos of australia, kangaroo island is a remote and natural wonderland for australian wildlife, with striking natural landscapes and hardly a manmade structure in sight. Kangaroo island s spectacular beaches, productive farms, extensive reserves and bounteous seas, which are essential to the island s primary production and tourism industries, are also dynamic natural ecosystems that need to be protected if these industries are to be sustained. Kangaroo island, kilometres 8 miles off the coast of south australia and 30 minutes by plane from adelaide, is brimming with native animals, artisanal food, epic rock formations and even the worlds best hotels, perched on the edge of the sea. Youre at kangaroo island star beach house on island beach, the only beachfront holiday house with direct safe access to the beach in front of you. Dont miss out on great deals for things to do on your trip to kangaroo island. Kangaroo island is one of the worlds great naturebased destinations. Kangaroo island is internationally renowned for its spectacular landscapes and amazing diversity of wildlife. A place where tradition is buried within extraordinary stories, passed from generation to.
Kangaroo island gateway visitor information centre, penneshaw, south australia. Mar 23, 2020 kangaroo island s only accredited visitor information centre vic offers a onestop shop for transport, accommodation and attraction bookings prior to arrival and once on island. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in kangaroo island, south australia on tripadvisor. Discover and book your next kangaroo island shore excursion on any cruise line. Kangaroo island, australias third largest after tasmania and melville, is barely 16 km 10 miles from the australian mainland. Kangaroo island gateway visitor information centre penneshaw. Its role is to work with its members and stakeholders in developing the tourism, food, wine and beverages industries and promoting the incredible destination to domestic and international travellers, to the marketing and distribution trade and. Department for environment and heritage parks of kangaroo. For a snapshot of kangaroo island, we recommend a minimum 3 night stay but if you can stay for a week then all the better. If your visit to kangaroo island allows the time, schedule your day to visit murray lagoon and destrees bay late in. In fact, the local wildlife is so unique, kangaroo island is often referred to as australias galapagos. See sealinks website for more information on what you can and cannot bring to kangaroo island.
For information on current warnings visit the cfs website. Kangaroo island visitor guide by pauline toovey issuu. It is 155 kilometres long and 55 km wide, covering an area of 4,500 sq km. The booklet and map they provided was all we needed to guide us. Its natural beauty is truly unique, a place where the unusual is breathtaking and memorable. There are a wide variety of things to see and do on kangaroo island. The tours run between the months of december and march each year. Welcome to the official tourism site for the cayman islands, an interactive and. All you need to know about kangaroo island, things to do in, places to stay, places to visit, sightseeing, entertainment, travel advise, shopping and tourism information on kangaroo island. Visit vivonne bay, kangaroo island and discover the absolute best eco experiences book now. Although we didnt get a chance to visit the distillery, many locals on the island were eager to rave about kangaroo island spirits and in particular their gin offerings. Kangaroo island gateway visitor information centre. Follow the dirt driveway and stop in at the visitor centrecafe. For more information, brochures and maps, see the list of visitor information centres in south australia.