2 Day / 1 Night Kangaroo Island Sights and Gourmet Delights

NEW TOUR! 

Devour the tastes and stunning sights of Kangaroo Island on this fantastic new two-day/one-night tour with Kangaroo Island Odysseys. Your local Driver/Guide will take you on a personalised tour of Kangaroo Island, travelling in a luxury 4WD vehicle to see Australian sea lions, kangaroos, koalas, and native Australian birds all in pristine environments and natural habitats.  You’ll also visit a Cellar Door, Gin Distillery, and an Oyster Farm for tastings, explore some of the most incredible beaches and natural attractions in Australia, such as Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Seal Bay, and visit the first lighthouse in South Australia at Cape Willoughby. 

This personalised tour operates with a small group (minimum 2, maximum 8), giving you plenty of time to ask questions of your Driver/Guide and stop for photo opportunities (of which there will be many, we promise you)! 

Inclusions:

• Morning pick-up and evening set-down at selected Adelaide CBD hotels
• Return scenic coach transfers to Cape Jervis travelling through the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula with its vineyards, coastal views and rolling hills ( Adelaide departures only) 
• Return ferry travel to/from Kangaroo Island by SeaLink Ferry (Ex Adelaide and Cape Jervis Only) 
• Overnight accommodation at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, Kingscote including full breakfast
• Personalised 4x4 touring with expert commentary from your local Driver/Guide
• All entrance fees and special permits

Day 1 Touring includes:

• Frenchman's Rock, Antechamber Bay & Cape Willoughby Lighthouse
• Lunch and wine tasting at False Cape Wines Cellar Door
• Pennington Bay
• Learn about the farming of oysters on a guided tour at The Oyster Farm Shop in American River
• Sample a selection of Gins at KI Spirits

Day 2 Touring includes:

• Wander among Australia’s most accessible Australian sea lion colony at Seal Bay Conservation Park
• Enjoy a delicious lunch and afternoon tea
• See some of the different habitats and eco-systems affected by fires in the Flinders Chase National Park
• Stop for photo opportunities of the wildlife, native vegetation regeneration, and beaches 

Itinerary

DAY 1: 

Drive to Cape Jervis (secure and free Council car parking available) or depart Adelaide for a scenic coach journey to Cape Jervis taking in the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula with its vineyards, coastal views, and rolling hills. On arrival, board the SeaLink Kangaroo Island ferry for the 45-minute crossing to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island. 

On arrival in Penneshaw, meet your local Driver/Guide to begin your island experience.  Firstly you will visit Frenchman’s Rock, named by members of Nicolas Baudin’s crew on the ship Le Geographe in 1803. Visit the Chapman River Bridge at Antechamber Bay on your way to the Cape Willoughby Lighthouse.

Kangaroo Island is home to some 250 species of birds, many of which, through isolation from the mainland, have developed their own subspecies and are therefore unique to Kangaroo Island. As you travel the island keep an eye out for echidnas, wallabies, goannas, and the elusive glossy-black cockatoo. 

Enjoy lunch and wine tasting at the beautiful False Cape Wines Cellar Door. This new and unique Cellar Door is made from recycled wood, jetty timber, and limestone sourced from the property, and overlooks the surrounding vineyards.

Continue to American River via stunning Pennington Bay for an informative tour of The Oyster Farm Shop where you’ll see a shucking demonstration and even get the chance to taste some seafood. 

The next stop is Kangaroo Island Spirits (KIS), Australia’s first boutique Gin distillery established in 2006. Gin is their passion with an emphasis on using local and native ingredients. Enjoy a sampling of their Gins, with an opportunity to purchase from their range of Gins, Vodkas, and Liqueurs. 

Your day concludes back at your accommodation in time to relax and enjoy dinner at your leisure (own expense).

DAY 2:

Today's first stop is the spectacular Seal Bay Conservation Park.  Your Driver/Guide will escort you on a memorable walk along the beach, which is home to a healthy Australian sea lion colony. Marvel at these incredible creatures as they bask and play on the beach or among the sand dunes after their extensive fishing expeditions. This is a truly unforgettable experience — one that you will treasure forever. 

Enjoy a delicious lunch before continuing onto the southwestern end of the island to discover Flinders Chase National Park, one of the oldest and most important National Parks in South Australia, taking up almost 20 percent of the island. Classed as a Wilderness Protection Area, this Park is home to a variety of fauna and flora unique to Kangaroo Island.

At Admirals Arch see where the powerful forces of nature have cut through the headland to create this natural geological formation. Watch some of the 10,000 healthy Long-nosed Fur Seals in their colony at Cape du Couedic and take a stroll around the historic Cape du Couedic Lighthouse and Weir’s Cove.

Next, discover the picturesque and impressive formations of Remarkable Rocks. This cluster of large granite boulders balances dramatically on the cliff edge, which plunges 75 metres into the Southern Ocean.

Throughout Flinders Chase National Park, take advantage of the opportunity to search for kangaroos, wallabies, and a variety of birdlife. Koalas can be observed peacefully existing in their eucalypt habitats.

In the afternoon, explore some of the most spectacular beaches on Kangaroo Island and marvel at the stunning coastlines the island has to offer. 

There will be many photo opportunities along the way for you to capture long-lasting memories of your time on beautiful Kangaroo Island. Your tour concludes at Penneshaw in time for the return ferry to the mainland and coach transfer to Adelaide.

Pricing

Tour Options	Departs From	Tour Code	Standard Per Person, Twin Share	Superior Per Person, Twin Share
On Island	Kingscote / American River	KISGD	$1075	$1100
Ferry/Ferry	Cape Jervis	KISGDCC	$1159	$1184
Ferry/Ferry	Adelaide	KISGDCC	$1211	$1236

Option for a return flight to Adelaide is available - please contact KI Odysseys for details on 08 8553 0386 or email [email protected]

Accommodation Options

Standard (includes continental breakfast)

• Aurora Ozone Hotel, Kingscote - Executive Room

Superior (includes full breakfast)

• Aurora Ozone Hotel, Kingscote - Executive Sea View Room

Conditions:

• Prices are per person, twin share and valid for travel until 31st March 2023.
• Alternate accommodation may be available at the Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge, American River on request.
• Prices shown include an English speaking guide. 
• Single, Extra Adult and Child prices available for children aged 3 to 14 years upon request. 
  
• Public touring is not suitable for children under 7 years of age, we recommend booking a private charter (price on application).
• Infants under 3 years of age require a private charter.
• Bookings that include car seats for children will incur a $50 per seat charge.
• Minimum passengers 2. Maximum passengers 8.
• On Island Tours DO NOT include mainland coach transfers or ferry to/from Kangaroo Island. You must be on Kangaroo Island to participate in the Day Tours at the ‘on island’ price. If you require transfers and a ferry please select an alternative option above.
  
• Itinerary is subject to change as the touring is flexible and can be adapted to the client’s interests and weather conditions on the day.
• Please advise any special dietary or allergy information at time of booking, prior to travelling. Requests once the tour has commenced cannot be catered for.
• Dinner is at your own expense.
  

What to Bring: Camera supplies on Kangaroo Island are limited. Bring plenty of spare batteries for your camera or video recorder, sunscreen, sun hat, comfortable walking shoes and casual/comfortable clothes also a warm top and a rain jacket can be required any time of year. Do not forget personal medication.

Luggage Limits: Luggage limits are 15kg per person as touring is in small 4WDs. This will require ‘packing down’ to one smaller bag per person. When this is necessary, excess luggage can be stored at your Adelaide accommodation.