From CAD $2,625
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Small Group
Average
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Spend five days exploring Kangaroo Island’s best beaches and national parks and see towering eucalyptus trees and (of course) kangaroos around every corner. Hang out with a true-blue sheep farmer, see little penguins on an evening walk at the Penneshaw Penguin Centre and spend a day beach hopping between Emu Bay, Vivonne Bay and the secluded Stokes Bay. Discover the natural landmarks of Flinders Chase National Park, see the naturally sculpted granite Remarkable Rock and surf down sand dunes at Little Sahara. With an Intrepid leader by your side, get closer to some of the Australia's favourite places, no matter how much time you have.
Highlights
- Spend a day beach hopping between the white sands of Emu Bay, the beautiful Vivonne Bay and the secluded Stokes Bay – voted as Australia's best beach in 2023.
- Visit the Penneshaw Penguin Centre for an evening walk to see little penguins – the world’s smallest breed of penguins.
- Explore Little Sahara – named for its rippling sand dunes that resemble the North African desert. Maybe hire a sandboard and surf down the dunes.
- See the dramatic Admirals Arch and the naturally sculpted granite Remarkable Rocks in Flinders Chase National Park.
- Make the most of your time on Kangaroo Island with a local leader by your side. Visit some of the island’s best beaches and national parks and see local wildlife like sea lions, emus and kangaroos along the way.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2396
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Private vehicle,Shuttle bus,Ferry
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer
Supplier Code: PZSI
Starts: Adelaide / Kangaroo Island, Australia
Finishes: Kangaroo Island / Adelaide, Australia
Duration: 5 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Average
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (3),Accommodation: Hotel (4 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2625 (CAD $525 /day)
Itinerary
Welcome to Adelaide! (Or Tandanya in the language of The Kaurna people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Adelaide is now located.) Your adventure starts with a welcome meeting at 9 am this morning, then you’ll travel to Cape Jervis. From here, jump on a ferry to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island – keep an eye out for dolphins swimming alongside the ferry! When you dock, it's a short walk to your hotel, where you can drop your luggage, then maybe get to know your group over lunch. This afternoon, set off on the Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail with your local leader and take in the panoramic views overlooking Hog’s Bay as you walk. This evening, visit the Penneshaw Penguin Centre for an evening walk in search of the world’s smallest variety of penguins.
Included Activities:
- Kangaroo Island - Penguin tour
- Kangaroo Island - Penneshaw Sculpture Trail
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Kangaroo Island is Australia’s third-largest island and a paradise for wildlife lovers. It’s not just kangaroos you can find here – wallabies, sea lions, echidnas and sheep live here too! This morning, travel to Dudley Peninsula, where you’ll visit a local farm, see how sheep are shorn and meet the owner’s super sweet kelpie dogs. Then, stop by the Cape Willoughby Lighthouse – the oldest lighthouse in South Australia. While you’re here, maybe climb to the highest point on Kangaroo Island, Prospect Hill, for panoramic views over the region. After, visit a family-owned eucalyptus oil refinery and a honey farm, before heading to the Kangaroo Island Gallery – a community gallery specifically for the promotion, encouragement and exposure of local artists and craftspeople. Tonight, if there’s time maybe visit a local winery and enjoy a glass of shiraz or chardonnay before heading to Kingscote for the night.
Included Activities:
- Kangaroo Island - Full-day trip to Dudley Peninsula
- Kangaroo Island - Cape Willoughby Lighthouse
- Kangaroo Island - Sheep Shearing & Sheep Dog Experience
- Kangaroo Island - Honey Farm
- Kangaroo Island - Eucalyptus Oil Distillery
- Kangaroo Island - KI Community Gallery
Optional Activities:
- Kangaroo Island – American River Prospect Hill - Free
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, swing by Salt Lagoon to snap some pictures of this scenic spot, then continue towards Emu Bay Beach. Spend some time exploring the white sand, then beach hop over to the secluded Stokes Bay – a gorgeous spot for a swim and voted Australia's most beautiful beach in 2013. Maybe explore the Stokes Bay region, which is still recovering from the early 2022 bushfires which damaged much of the island. After an afternoon on the beach, you’ll return to Kingscote and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Included Activities:
- Kangaroo Island - Full Day Trip to Emu Bay & Stokes Bay
Optional Activities:
- Kangaroo Island - Lavender Farm - Free
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, visit Seal Bay. When you arrive, set off on a ranger-led wildlife experience to see the sea creatures swim and play. Then, continue to Little Sahara, named for its rippling sand dunes that resemble the North African desert. Maybe hire a sandboard and ride your way down the dunes before travelling to Vivonne Bay. Venture into the Flinders Chase National Park and take some time to explore. See the aptly named Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks, made up of naturally sculptured granite boulders. Later, head back to Kingscote and maybe head out for dinner with your group and toast to the final night of your adventure.
Included Activities:
- Kangaroo Island - Flinders Chase NP Incl Remarkable Rocks & Admiral's Arch
- Kangaroo Island - Seal Bay Wildlife Experience with local ranger
- Kangaroo Island - Vivonne Bay & Little Sahara
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Start the day by heading to American River, where you’ll find a schooner boat first built in 1803 called 'Independence'. Learn about the boat’s history and see how it’s being rebuilt, then take a scenic walk through coastal scrub towards the remains of an old fish cannery – keep an eye out for the rare and striking glossy-black cockatoos along the way. Get ready to say goodbye to Kangaroo Island as you make the drive back to Penneshaw and catch the ferry back to the mainland. Dock in Cape Jervis and hop on our private transfer back to Adelaide, where your trip comes to an end. If you’d like to stay in Adelaide longer, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.
Included Activities:
- Kangaroo Island - American River ‘Rebuild Independence’ Boathouse Visit
- Kangaroo Island - American River bushwalk
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Pamela - Traveled, November 2023
Intrepid's Kangaroo Island trip was a wonderful experience in nature. It's a relatively quiet region in villages and on the road which we welcomed. The Island has a diversity of amazing coastal landscapes and abundant animals in the wild if you know where to look as our guide did. We were pleasantly surprised with the array of quality and creative meals restaurants and cafes, particularly breakfasts. All this to the credit of our knowledgeable Intrepid Guide.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/29/2023
Laura - Traveled, September 2023
Kangaroo Island was stunning. Kevin was an excellent guide and I had the best break from reality I've had in years. Would highly recommend this tour.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/04/2023
Lynette - Traveled, April 2023
A really comprehensive trip of Kangaroo Island. We got a good view of nearly all the island, and saw many things. Well worth doing this trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/02/2023
Sofie - Traveled, April 2023
Kangaroo Island is absolutely gorgeous and so tranquil, and our leader Kevin was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and seemed very engaged in the local communities and he clearly loves what he does. If you are a vegetarian, get ready to eat a lot of veggie burgers and vegans may need to bring their own provisions unfortunately though.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/02/2023
Chike - Traveled, April 2024
Great trip with a lot of personalised experiences. Super friendly and experienced guide for a small of travellers.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/10/2024
Peter - Traveled, March 2024
Comprehensive tour of Kangaroo Island. Well organised. Well led by our enthusiastic guide, Jess. Such a friendly group of fellow travellers too. A wonderful experience & highly recommended.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/06/2024
Jeffrey - Traveled, April 2023
Good trip. Scenic and Interesting Island. If a fellow traveller brings Covid to the tour, they will not be asked to test, or leave the Van. You will be stuck for days with them coughing and blowing their nose, in a sealed environment. Said sick person, only advised positive, after the end of the tour. Deliberate selfish behaviour. Intrepid Covid policy is Smoke and Mirrors. Guide will ignore illness. I have seen this guide behaviour on two tours. Maybe it is even Intrepid policy. I think we all suspect this, as a reality, ($), but it was demonstrated on this tour, and I believe half the van tested positive, 1- 2 days after the tour. I know you won’t print this, lol. Just want Intrepid to read it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/16/2023
Jennifer - Traveled, February 2023
Our trip to Kangaroo Island was excellent ! The island is still very natural and has not been overdeveloped for tourism. It was a pleasure & fun to travel in a small group and have a very informative tour guide.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/21/2023
Rayna - Traveled, February 2023
Kangaroo Island was amazing, you could even say remarkable! There was so much to see and do with some many unique industries sharing the island. The flora and fauna were populous, close enough to touch. The included tours were fabulous, and a highlight was the shearing and sheepdog demonstration.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/23/2023
Janina - Traveled, February 2023
Our Kangaroo Island guide, Pablo, was the best holiday guide we’ve ever had. His knowledge is incredible, tons of personality as well as being a caring, obliging and considerate person.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/08/2023
Sona - Traveled, December 2022
This tour was such a well organised, comprehensive way to see Kangaroo Island. There's so much to see and do if you enjoy wildlife and scenery, with the sea lions at Seal Bay a real higlight!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/22/2022
Ann - Traveled, December 2022
Cannot recommend this tour. Intrepid needs to do a lot more work to bring it up to a better standard and for the price charged. Would recommend hiring a car and do it yourself tour. I do recommend visiting the Island which I found to be rugged, quiet, interesting and with friendly people. You must see Seal Bay.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/13/2022
William - Traveled, March 2024
Incredible trip, very fun and action packed. Tour Leader Jess was amazing, very enthusiastic, organised and made the trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/27/2024
Sarah - Traveled, March 2024
This was a fantastic tour with plenty of opportunities to see the local wildlife and spectacular scenery. We were able to relax and sample the local produce as well swim and discover the different landscapes and features of the island.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/06/2024
Helen - Traveled, February 2024
A great tour that does justice to everything KI has to offer, and that is a huge amount. Our tour guide Kevin's local knowledge, and love of and for the environment is the icing on the cake and a real asset to Intrepid. So glad I chose this tour a not a brief 1- or 2-day stopover.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/15/2024
Jennifer - Traveled, January 2024
kangaroo island is a dream. the beaches are stunning! the wildlife is adorable! and the people are fantastic.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/23/2024
Robyn - Traveled, November 2023
We really enjoyed our KI trip. Small, fun group who got on well. Our tour guide Kevin was brilliant - he knew so much about the island and was a fabulous guide who went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/01/2023
Marius - Traveled, November 2023
This tour was well planned, the accommodation was fine and the guide was very knowledgeable and considerate of everyone. One recommendation - provide a small speaker and microphone for the guides. It was difficult or impossible for some of us, especially those toward the back of the van, to hear his comments on the locations as we were travelling.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/19/2023
Jane - Traveled, November 2022
This tour gives an insight into the unique world of Kangaroo Island and leaves you with a greater appreciation of the fragile balance between human influence and animal survival.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/30/2022
Catherine - Traveled, November 2022
Kangaroo Island is an amazing place to visit, especially as it recovers from the bushfires. This is one of the best trips I've taken, as it had so much diversity in terms of what we saw and did, from animal sanctuaries to geological landmarks to farms. I'm so grateful to have been on this trip, as with having Leonie as our indefatigable guide and my fellow participants who were very kind and generous to each other. Yay KI!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/02/2022
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