With everything from pristine tracts of wilderness to abundant wildlife and authentic food and wine experiences, there’s more to explore than most people realise on South Australia’s Kangaroo Island. Australia’s third largest island is just a 45 minute ferry trip across the water, yet feels like a world away.
Here, koalas chew lazily on gum leaves, sea lions sun themselves on pristine beaches and locals, inspired by their natural surroundings, create outstanding wines, great works of art and delicious gourmet produce such as honey and cheese.
“There’s more than 500km of stunning coastline to explore and the island stretches 155km from east to west, so it’s worth taking time to savour Kangaroo Island,” SeaLink Marketing Manager Julie-Anne Briscoe says.
“And whether you’re planning to go it alone or join a personalised, small touring group, it’s easy to find a way to explore the island that suits you.”
SeaLink is a one-stop shop for self-drive and coach touring holidays to Kangaroo Island. The company can organise everything from ferry travel to a choice of more than 70 places to stay as well as self-drive packages such as a three-day Food and Wine Lover’s Package or a three-day American River Adventurer Package. Coach tours departing from Adelaide are also available, ranging from one day to three days.
Kangaroo Island Odysseys specialises in first-class, fully guided eco tours ranging from one to five days, some with guides that speak foreign languages. Tours are in comfortable four-wheel drives, opening up access to lesser-known parts of the island and there’s a range of choices when it comes to accommodation.
For the young at heart and spirited traveller, the two-day Kangaroo Island Adventure Tour is ideal. From kayaking the Harriet River to even trying sandboarding down the sand dunes of Little Sahara, a 20-seater coach takes guests off the beaten track while still taking in the sights that Kangaroo Island is renowned for, such as Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. For those who prefer more than a two-day escape, Vivonne Bay Lodge provides a great alternative with a free adventure ticket if staying more than two nights that includes the use of bikes, kayaks and sandboards.
With one kilometre of beachfront, 15km of signposted walking trails, pristine bushland and a river that flows out to sea, next to the property, the Lodge is a haven for wildlife and a great place to meet like-minded travellers with communal areas such as a deck and barbecue, lounge and kitchen. Private rooms cater for up to four people with shared bathroom facilities.
SeaLink’s Kangaroo Island specialists offer friendly and knowledgeable advice.
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To find out more or have a copy of a Kangaroo Island brochure sent to you call 13 13 01, visit www.sealink.com.au, www.kiodysseys.com.au
www.kiadventuretours.com.au and www.vivonnebaylodge.com.au or visit your local travel agent.
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