Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island, 13 kilometres (8 miles) off the coast of South Australia and 30 minutes by plane from Adelaide, is brimming with native animals, artisanal food, epic rock formations and even the world's best hotels, perched on the edge of the sea. There's enough to do here to fill your days, but don't forget to follow the local's leave and simply enjoy the fresh air, beautiful food and unique wildlife.


Must Try

• Walk on the beach through a colony of sea lions
• Be surrounded by wildlife, pounding ocean and strange rock formations
• Stay at one of the world's top four hotels

Getting there

Kangaroo Island Sealink operates a daily ferry service from mainland South Australia to Penneshaw, a major town on Kangaroo Island. The ferry departs from the town of Cape Jervis, which is a 90-minute drive south of Adelaide (or take Sealink's shuttle bus service).

Twice weekly flights also transfer passengers from Adelaide Airport to Kingscote Airport, Kangaroo Island with the airline Regional Express. The island is surprisingly large, being 155 kilometres (96 miles) long and 55 kilometres (35 miles) at its widest; you'll need at least a weekend to explore it.

Several tour operators offer guided experiences and multi-day trips. You can take a car on the Sealink ferry or hire a car on the island.