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Top 8 day trips things to do in Kangaroo Island

When Kangaroo Island is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.

  1. Small Group Kangaroo Island Tour - Flinders Chase, Kangaroo Island1

    1. Small Group Kangaroo Island Tour - Flinders Chase

    5.0· 21 reviews

    Immerse yourself in the stunning wilderness of the Flinders Chase National Park on this full-day tour of Kangaroo Island. Keep your camera close by as you spot dramatic landmarks like Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks; drive to the North Coast where you sill observe koalas, kangaroos, wallabies in their natural habitats. Set out in search of colorful birds like the Rainbow Lorikeet, in the eucalyptus forrest then watch the sunset over the Bay of Shoals (time of the year permitting). This small-group tour is limited to 8 people for a personalized experience.

  2. Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group 'Island Life' Full Day Tour, Kangaroo Island2

    2. Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group 'Island Life' Full Day Tour

    4.8· 126 reviews· 9 hours

    Welcome to Island life - where things take time, drivers wave as they go by - or even stop for a chat. Have a cuppa with some home-made treats before taking a walk down a country track where koalas snooze overhead or wake briefly for a feed. Walk through the bush with your guide - through strangely shaped trees learning what makes that noise, whose tracks are those, and who left THAT little pile there? Look for small wallabies almost extinct on the mainland, a kangaroo found only on Kangaroo Island and a variety of other birds, plants and animals. Break for lunch at a private bush camp and enjoy a delicious meal featuring King George whiting (local sea fish), fresh salads and fine South Australian wines. At Seal Bay Conservation Park take a private tour among Australian sea-lions on a beautiful sandy beach. Watch pups nursing or playing in the surf, see old bulls bearing the scars of territorial disputes and learn about their unique breeding biology.

  3. Kangaroo Island Small‑Group Scenic & Wildlife Day Tour, Kangaroo Island3

    3. Kangaroo Island Small‑Group Scenic & Wildlife Day Tour

    4.8· 135 reviews· 8 hours

    Discover Kangaroo Island’s wildlife and coastlines on a relaxed small‑group day tour with a local guide. With a maximum of 11 guests, you’ll have time to actually explore, not just do quick photo stops from a bus. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park for a guided beach walk with Australian sea lions, take in the dramatic coastline at Flinders Chase National Park including Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks, and enjoy scenic stops such as Vivonne Bay along the way. Enjoy a café lunch and bottled water along the way, plus return transport from Penneshaw or Kingscote accommodation is included. If you’re arriving on the morning ferry into Penneshaw, you can join the tour there on selected departures, making this an easy option for day‑trippers from Adelaide or Cape Jervis. Our tour guides take you off the beat and track to find wildlife in their natural habitat. Come with us as we lead you on a wildlife adventure!

  1. Kangaroo Island Shore Excursion Tasting Tour - For Cruise Ship Passengers Only, Kangaroo Island4

    4. Kangaroo Island Shore Excursion Tasting Tour - For Cruise Ship Passengers Only

    4.6· 76 reviews· 7 hours

    Kangaroo Island has plenty to offer everyone. Visit one of the island’s vineyards, three of the island’s popular gourmet food outlets and The Lavender Farm. Designed for Cruise Ship Passengers Only. Departs from Penneshaw Only. NOT for guests arriving on the Sealink Ferry. TRAVEL INSURANCE is highly recommended. From time to time the captain may cancel the tenders from coming in due to severe weather. In this event, due to the expenses involved in preparing for the cruise ship tours, we do NOT offer a refund. Please compare travel insurance policies, some will cover cancellation costs due to severe weather, others may not, also check the excess. If you purchase the Cruise Ship companies travel insurance, they will not cover external tours. Pls contact us for travel insurance options.

  2. Kangaroo Island - Full Day Tasting Tour, Kangaroo Island5

    5. Kangaroo Island - Full Day Tasting Tour

    4.5· 11 reviews· 8 hours

    Kangaroo Island has plenty to offer everyone. Enjoy a full day out visiting a number of outlets on the island while taking in spectacular scenery along the way. Visit Clifford's Honey where you will learn about the Ligurian Bee, then stop next at the Eucalyptus Distillery to taste the local eucalyptus and enjoy some cider tastings. Head to Emu Bay Lavender Farm for morning tea. Enjoy wine tasting at Bay of Shoal Wines while taking in the breathtaking views. Enjoy lunch at either Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafood or Cactus Cafe, before heading to Kangaroo Island Spirits to experience some award winning gin. If time permits, we will stop at one more winery along the way before heading back to your accommodation.

  3. Kangaroo Island Shore Excursion Scenic Trail Tour, Kangaroo Island6

    6. Kangaroo Island Shore Excursion Scenic Trail Tour

    4.3· 118 reviews

    Designed for Cruise Ship Passengers Only. Departs from Penneshaw Only. NOT for guests arriving on the Sealink Ferry. We are a family owned and operated business and endeavour to give you an experience that you will remember. We offer value for money and offer the same tours as what you can purchase on board the ship but at a much cheaper price. We work in with the cruise ship on the day and depart and return as necessary. We aim to depart between 08:30am - 09:00am and return between 4:00pm-4:30pm unless otherwise directed by the Cruise Ship on the day.

  4. Full Day Kangaroo Island Sip and See Tour departing from Kangaroo Island, Kangaroo Island7

    7. Full Day Kangaroo Island Sip and See Tour departing from Kangaroo Island

    4.0· 14 reviews· 8 hours

    Do you have a free day on Kangaroo Island, and wanting something fun to do? Discover nature & wildlife and Kangaroo Island wine & local produce on this fantastic new day tour. Apart from its amazing wildlife, Kangaroo Island is well known for its thriving food & wine industry and your local guide will introduce you to some of the island’s leading creators where you will taste some local Kangaroo Island produce. This tour departs from Penneshaw, American River and Kingscote hotels, and you will need to select your departure option at time of booking. NOTE: Tour returns to Penneshaw at 6.15pm, so may not be suitable for Cruise Ship passengers. FUEL SURCHARGE In response to ongoing Middle East developments impacting global fuel prices, a temporary $5 per person, per day fuel surcharge applies to new bookings from 29 April 2026. This measure helps manage rising operating costs. We appreciate your understanding.

  5. Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour, Kangaroo Island8

    8. Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour

    3.7· 9 reviews· 5 hours

    Get a glimpse of Kangaroo Island’s history, culture, and local products on our half-day exploration of Kangaroo Island. Visit the iconic Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery where you learn about the manufacturing process and view a large range of local products and produce. Next stop is the Island Beehive where you can taste and purchase some of the purest honey in the world. Then travel to the township of Kingscote. You will have 1 hour to explore the main township, shop at the local gift shops or have lunch in one of the local cafes. As you depart Kingscote, drive past the famous Silo Art which has become a fan favorite. An amazing photo opportunity! Next you travel to Kangaroo Island Brewery where a fantastic taste testing of their famous craft beers and ciders await you. Enjoy your transfer to Pennington Bay a wild and rocky coastline perfect for photos! Having visiting several different key locations and enjoy sampling local goods and products you head back to Penneshaw.

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