Visit Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island may be just 15km from the Australian mainland, but it is a world away in terms of seclusion and natural diversity. It is regularly recognised as Australia’s own Galápagos: arguably the best place to see the widest range of Australian native animals in their natural habitat.

Seal Bay is home to a permanent colony of 500 rare Australian sea-lions, the sand hills and rock faces around Penneshaw and Kingscote are breeding grounds for Little Penguins, while pink pelicans, fur seals, wallabies, possums, echidnas, goannas, platypus, sea eagles and numerous bird species all abound. Kangaroo Island is also renowned for its diving, with more than 60 shipwrecks littering the rough coast.

Highlights of South Australia

15-day tailor-made holiday from £4,605 pp incl. flights

Combine the winelands of South Australia with a taste of the Outback, the urban delights of Adelaide and the famed wildlife of Kangaroo Island.

Whale Shark, Ningaloo Reef, Coral Coast, Australia

Australian Wildlife Safari

16-day tailor-made journey from £6,390 pp incl. flights

Get up close to Australia’s famed wildlife, showcased across a range of included tours and excursions alongside stays in everything from beachside hideaways to luxury lodges.

The Ghan & Kangaroo Island

13-day tailor-made rail holiday from £6,235 pp incl. flights

Travelling from south to north, this tailor-made trip marries one of the world’s greatest rail journeys with tropical Darwin, Adelaide’s heritage and the wildlife of Kangaroo Island.

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Top places to stay in Kangaroo Island

View of Sea Dragon lodge at sunset with sea in background, Kangaroo Island Australia

Sea Dragon, Kangaroo Island

Small & intimate lodge

Sea Dragon's stunning rooms and villas overlook the rugged coastline, beaches and verdant wilderness of Kangaroo Island, offering the ultimate in eco-friendly luxury.

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island

Contemporary lodge

Southern Ocean Lodge is Australia’s premier luxury lodge experience and is perfect for couples and wildlife lovers. An environmentally sensitive and sophisticated sanctuary, the lodge has an unmatched location with homely hospitality and an exceptional spa.

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