Kangaroo Island! Can't get to the Kimberley this year but want to plan a holiday a little closer to home? Consider Kangaroo Island, South Australia! Kangaroo Island is Australia's third largest island, covering 4,500 sq.km. Over one-third is conservation land while the coast, with its beaches, cliffs, shipwrecks, lighthouses and marine parks runs for some 540kms. The wildlife and birdlife is a nature lover's paradise.September-November is a wonderful time to see the spectacular array of wildflowers, birds and mammals. There are approximately 40 endemic floral species found on KI.
Kangaroo Island produces high-quality dairy products, pure honey, fine seafood, marron, olive oil and premium wines.
Getting there is easy! Self-drive from Adelaide takes about 2 hours, then take your vehicle on the 45 minute ferry crossing from Cape Jervis, or fly from Adelaide Airport directly to Kingscote, then hire a vehicle or join a guided tour.
Kangaroo Island offers a range of accommodation styles to suit your requirements and budget. Self-drive package of 1 night's twin share hotel accommodation, return ferry transfers for own vehicle and 2 passengers from $249 per person.
Discover why Kangaroo Island is on the 'must do' list of Australia's international visitors. Contact Best Of Kangaroo Island about a self-drive itinerary or range of guided tours.
