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SeaLink Kangaroo Island Tours and Packages

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SeaLink offers a wide range of touring products on Kangaroo Island, including guided day tours that will take you to many of the island’s highlights.

There is so much to see and do on Kangaroo Island, its hard to know where to start! SeaLink has specialised in creating Kangaroo Island memories for more than 30 years. With passenger and vehicle ferry services connecting visitors from mainland South Australia to Kangaroo Island, guided day touring showcasing all the highlights of the island and holiday packages and experiences, SeaLink is committed to making sure your holiday is one you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Enjoy the opportunity to see Kangaroo Island from a local’s perspective as their friendly guides share tips and insights about the island, allowing you to discover island culture and hidden gems from the comfort of a coach on their one or two-day tours. Or let Sealink take care of everything with one of their self-drive holiday packages including ferry travel, accommodation and other experiences and inclusions. You can even book a range of experiences from wildlife, food and wine, as well as outdoor adventure activities for your perfect stay.

For all your Kangaroo Island holiday needs, get in touch with the friendly SeaLink team.

From $746 to $842

A two day Kangaroo Island tour – your chance to discover the fascinating wildlife, spectacular scenery and unique local produce. With return coach and ferry transfers to Kangaroo Island, and overnight accommodation, all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy your time away.

First stop is Seal Bay for a walk along the beach amongst a breeding colony of rare Australian sea lions. Enjoy a delicious two course lunch, before heading to Flinders Chase National Park. Devastated by the fires in January 2020, you’ll be able to see the regeneration of the bush first hand, and stop at Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch for photo opportunities. Finish the day at Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park where you can feed kangaroos and get up close to koalas.

Day 2 is all about meeting the local producers, and after the fascinating Free Flight Birds of Prey Presentation at Raptor Domain, you will visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, join a guided tour at Clifford’s Honey Farm and enjoy tastings at the new False Cape Wines Cellar Door.

Operates: 6.45am day one to 10.30pm day two, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (except 24 & 25 December).

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Final start/end dates for The Enchanted Fig Tree 2024-25 season are yet to be released – register now for bookings!

For a perfect island holiday, why not explore the hideaways of Kangaroo Island? With the convenience of your own car, accommodation and a delicious lunch at The Enchanted Fig Tree, discover the white sandy beaches of the north coast, the seclusion of Stokes Bay, or enjoy a romantic picnic lunch in one of the many National Parks.

Package includes: return SeaLink ferry for two adults and vehicle (up to 5m in length), two nights accommodation at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, Kingscote, a welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine, 3 course lunch at The Enchanted Fig Tree, dinner voucher for the Zone Restaurant, full buffet breakfast daily and a picnic basket lunch for two.

Base yourself at the quiet, friendly fishing village of American River and discover the eastern end of Kangaroo Island. American River is a bird-watching paradise and a great place to try local fresh oysters. There’s an impressive stretch of coastline around this area including the spectacular Pennington Bay, a photographer’s dream and a very popular place for fishing.

Package includes: return SeaLink ferry for two adults and a vehicle up to 5m, two nights accommodation at the Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge, American River, 2-course dinner voucher for Reflections Restaurant, pelican feeding experience, self guided nocturnal tour around the American River township, Oyster Farm Shop visit and guided walking tour, visit to Clifford’s Honey Farm including a tub of honey ice cream, and entry and guided tour of the the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery.

From $606 to $662

Experience Kangaroo Island’s local produce and spectacular scenery on this tasty self-drive short break. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at Dudley Wines, wine tasting at False Cape Wines, breakfast at the Kangaroo Island Seafront and a dinner voucher at Penny’s Restaurant, as you discover the delicious wonders of the Dudley Peninsula.

Package includes: Return SeaLink ferry for two adults and vehicle (up to 5m in length), two nights accommodation at the Kangaroo Island Seafront, Penneshaw, a welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine, dinner voucher for Penny’s Restaurant, buffet breakfast daily, gourmet lunch at Dudley Wines, tasting flight and cheese board at False Cape Wines.

Enjoy superb ocean views from your accommodation at Emu Bay, situated on the north coast of Kangaroo Island. A very popular spot for holiday makers, Emu Bay boasts a beautiful 4.5 kilometre white sandy beach with vehicle access as well as safe, clear water for swimming and water activities. Being so central to Kingscote, it makes a great base to explore the island at your own pace.

Package includes: Return SeaLink ferry for two adults and vehicle (up to 5m in length), three nights accommodation with breakfast basket at Emu Bay Holiday Homes, welcome bottle of wine and voucher booklet valued at $25, entry fee into Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park in Parndana, and Standard Wine tasting at Bay of Shoals Wines.

From $677 to $737

For a perfect island holiday, why not explore the hideaways of Kangaroo Island? With the convenience of your own car, accommodation and some meals, discover the white sandy beaches of the north coast, the seclusion of Stokes Bay, or enjoy a delicious picnic lunch in one of the many National Parks.

Package includes: return SeaLink ferry for two adults and vehicle (up to 5m in length), two nights accommodation at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, Kingscote, a welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine, dinner voucher for the Zone Restaurant, full buffet breakfast daily and a picnic basket lunch for two.

Enjoy a stay in the delightful city of Adelaide and a two day tour to Kangaroo Island. Finish your South Australian experience with a three night Discovery Cruise on the beautiful and historic Murray River aboard the Murray Princess.

Package includes: Three nights accommodation at Stamford Plaza Adelaide; full day Ultimate Adelaide & Hahndorf tour with Adelaide Sightseeing; two day Ultimate Kangaroo Island tour with SeaLink including one nights accommodation at Aurora Ozone Hotel and lunches on both days; and three night Discovery Cruise on the Murray Princess (inside cabin) including all meals, entertainment and onshore excursions.

From $217 to $373

Board SeaLink’s fast and comfortable ferry at Cape Jervis for the 45-minute crossing to Kangaroo Island.

Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park where you will take a beach walk amongst a colony of rare and wild Australian sea lions. Enjoy a 2 course lunch, before heading to Flinders Chase National Park, and stop at Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch for photo opportunities. Finish the day at Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park where you can feed kangaroos and get up close to koalas.

Your tour concludes at the ferry terminal for your return ferry to Cape Jervis.

Operates: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, except Christmas Day

Note: 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 ferry please see our website for more details. The tour departing from Adelaide is a 16 hour day tour.

From $436 to $596

Kangaroo Island is a perfect destination for a self-drive holiday, and SeaLink has a range of great options for you to choose from. Many people underestimate the size of the Island and the huge number of things to see and do, so we recommend a minimum of three days.

This package includes return SeaLink ferry fares with vehicle (up to five metres in length), plus two nights twin share accommodation in either Kingscote, Penneshaw or American River.

Prices are based on twin share – extra nights are available on request.

This tour is suspended till 2025.

Looking for a Kangaroo Island tour when you are already on the island?? Why not join our Remarkably Wild tour.

After your morning hotel pick up, visit Clifford’s Honey Farm to enjoy a talk by the beekeeper followed by tastings and time to sample homemade honey ice-cream and beauty products.

After lunch travel to Flinders Chase National Park, where you will be taken to the rugged southern coastline. Remarkable Rocks provide great photographic opportunities and stunning sea views. Admirals Arch boardwalk takes you down a rugged cliff face to reveal this spectacular arch, a natural nursery and safe haven for playful Long-nosed Fur Seals that can be seen swimming and playing.

There is also a possibility that you will see more wildlife on your return journey back to your overnight accommodation on Kangaroo Island.

Operates: 9.00am (ex Penneshaw); 10.15am (ex Kingscote); 10.25am (ex American River), daily (Apr, Oct-Mar) or Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun (May-Sep). Does not operate Christmas Day.

From $904 to $994

Discover the food and wine of the Barossa, see the highlights of Kangaroo Island, and each evening is free to dine in one of the many amazing restaurants in Adelaide.

Package includes: Three nights accommodation at the Stamford Plaza Adelaide, including buffet breakfast each day; full day Barossa Food and Wine Experience with Adelaide Sightseeing, including lunch and wine tastings; full day Kangaroo Island Experience or KI Sip & See tour, including return SeaLink coach and ferry transfers to Kangaroo Island, touring and 2 course lunch.

DEPARTS: Thursday & Saturday (including KI Experience) or Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (including KI Sip & See tour)

From $923 to $1013

Discover the food and wine of the McLaren Vale, see the highlights of Kangaroo Island, and each evening is free to dine in one of the many amazing restaurants in Adelaide.

Package includes: Three nights accommodation at the Stamford Plaza Adelaide, including buffet breakfast each day; full day McLaren Vale & The Cube Experience with Adelaide Sightseeing, including lunch and wine tastings; full day Kangaroo Island Experience or KI Sip and See tour, including return SeaLink coach and ferry transfers to Kangaroo Island, touring and 2 course lunch.

DEPARTS: Monday & Wednesday (including KI Experience) or Sunday (including KI Sip & See tour).

From $596 to $656

Explore the city of Adelaide for the weekend, then enjoy a full day tour to Kangaroo Island taking in all the major highlights of this natural wonderland.

Package includes: Two nights accommodation at Stamford Plaza Adelaide including breakfast daily; full day Kangaroo Island Experience or Kangaroo Island Sip & See tour, including return SeaLink coach and ferry transfers to Kangaroo Island, touring and 2 course lunch.

DEPARTS: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday (includes full day KI Experience) or Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday (includes full day KI Sip & See 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.

On your tour you will watch a free flight Australian Birds of Prey presentation at Raptor Domain. Then it’s on to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery for a delicious lunch, followed by a guided tour of the distillery. Stop at Clifford’s Honey Farm and learn about honey production and their range of honey and beauty products, on a guided tour. Finish the day with a structured wine tasting at the new False Cape Wines cellar door.

Operates: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday. Departs from Penneshaw, American River or Kingscote. Coach and ferry transfers available for departures from Adelaide – please see website for details.

Experience Kangaroo Island’s local produce and spectacular scenery whilst staying in an Eco Luxury Tent in Penneshaw, plus enjoy a delicious 3 course lunch at the popular Enchanted Fig Tree.

Package includes: Return SeaLink ferry for two adults and vehicle (up to 5m in length), two nights accommodation in an Eco Luxury Tent at the Kangaroo Island Seafront Holiday Park, a welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine, 3 course lunch at The Enchanted Fig Tree, dinner voucher for the Penneshaw Hotel, and tasting flight and cheese board at False Cape Wines.

Discover the amazing Seal Bay on this popular Kangaroo Island tour.

An early morning scenic coach journey to Cape Jervis to connect with the SeaLink Ferry for the 45 minute crossing to Kangaroo Island.

Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery and learn about the history of the oil distillery.

After lunch visit Seal Bay Conservation Park and enjoy a guided beach walk amongst a breeding colony of wild Australian sea lions. Your tour will then visit Raptor Domain for the fascinating In-flight Birds of Prey Display, an interactive experience to meet an array of birds and raptors.

Lastly travel to Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park and get up close with koalas, hand feed kangaroos and wallabies, learn about endangered species and interact with snakes and reptiles.

Late this afternoon return to Penneshaw Ferry Terminal for the return journey to Adelaide.

Operates: Daily, except Christmas Day, 6.45am to 10.40pm

Note: The tour outlined is a 16 hour day.

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The Best 2-Day Kangaroo Island Ferry Tour with Sealink

By: Author Angela Price

Posted on Last updated: January 18, 2024

Kangaroo Island is an animal lovers’ paradise, and the prospect of seeing kangaroos, koalas and sea lions were just three reasons we had to visit.

With its abundant wildlife and nature, the unspoilt Kangaroo Island was high on our “best things to do in Australia” list. A day trip to Kangaroo Island was not enough for us, so we researched various tours to Kangaroo Island and booked the 2-day Sealink Kangaroo Island Ferry Tour.

Our Kangaroo Island experience included a coach from our hotel to the ferry port, an outward ferry crossing, a 2-day guided tour of Kangaroo Island and a flight back to Adelaide with a taxi transfer to our hotel. Our Kangaroo Island trip also included hotel accommodation for one night at the Ozone Hotel in Kingscote.

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Our First Impressions of the Kangaroo Island Tour

We arrived on Kangaroo Island, or KI, as the locals call it, from Adelaide on day 16 of our epic round-the-world trip .

Kangaroo Island is one of the best places to visit in South Australia, and we were eager to tour Kangaroo Island and discover if the claims that it was like a zoo without fences were true!

Being the third largest island in Australia and one of the best-preserved spots for wildlife encounters, we were excited to see animals in their natural habitat.

Over 65,000 island kangaroos call this their home and outnumber the 4,400 residents.

Our Kangaroo Island tour group was the right mix of ages and nationalities, and our driver, Bruce, had a wealth of bad jokes but a fantastic knowledge of the island.

No sooner had we departed the ferry than we were off to the first location on our tour, encountering our first island kangaroos on the way. The excitement was real!

Kangaroo Island Tour Itinerary

• Ferry to Kangaroo Island

Seal Bay Conservation Park

Emu ridge eucalyptus distillery.

• Lunch at Vivonne Bay Bistro

Raptor Domain Bird of Prey Centre

Kangaroo island wildlife park.

• Overnight at Ozone Hotel Kingscote

Clifford’s Honey Farm

Hanson bay sanctuary, flinders chase national park, remarkable rocks, admirals arch.

• Flight back to Adelaide

Best Places To Visit On Kangaroo Island

How marvellous it was that our first stop on Kangaroo Island would be to visit the rare Australian sea lions in their natural habitat at Seal Bay Conservation Park .

As we approached the beach, seeing them basking in the sun and frolicking in the water was great.

The bulls (males) and cows (females) lay on the beach, seemingly exhausted, while the pups enjoyed diving through the waves.

Our Seal Bay guide told us that only 12,000 remain in the wild and are a protected species.

Therefore, access by the public is only with an official guide, and as you are relatively close to these magnificent creatures, you can understand why this rule is in place.

I was standing by the walkway and realised that a pup and her parent were underneath it, sheltering from the heat and to be so close was a fabulous introduction to the beauty of Kangaroo Island.

Eucalyptus trees are not a common sight in the UK; however, we use the oil to clear head colds and sinuses, so a visit to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery on the other side of the world was interesting.

We found out that the plant is the staple diet of a koala and how this traditional Kangaroo Island product is made.

We were shown past and present eucalyptus oil processes of distilling and told how the oil was Australia’s first overseas export.

This was a lovely visit to a local business with a cute gift shop and tea rooms, not forgetting the resident emu who watched over the guests.

Vivonne Bay Bistro

Getting to Kangaroo island had been pretty easy, but as we had started the morning at 5 am to catch the coach to the ferry terminal, we were now more than ready to stop for lunch.

The tour included a buffet-style selection in a rustic bistro setting in keeping with its surroundings.

Located in the beautiful Vivonne Bay, we didn’t have a chance to swim in the azure waters that encompass the area, but there are many beautiful beaches on Kangaroo Island to enjoy if you have the time.

Birds of prey who have been abandoned or orphaned are brought and looked after at the Raptor Domain Bird of Prey Centre by Dave Irwin, cousin of the late TV personality Steve Irwin.

They display them at Raptor Domain to bring awareness to the public of their existence and vulnerability.

The 1-hour shows are carefully curated; if the birds don’t want to perform, they are left to their own devices.

As bird lovers, we both enjoyed our interaction with the kookaburras, a species we had only ever read about, as they are indigenous to this part of the world.

I wasn’t sure what to expect at Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park ; after all, I had heard that Kangaroo Island’s animals all led wild, carefree lives, and here we were, visiting an animal park.

Managed by two wildlife conservationists, they bring awareness of the 150 species of native Australian wildlife to a broader audience.

Hands-on experiences are available, and for us, feeding the kangaroos was incredible. They are incredibly gentle as they take the food from your hand, but beware of the slobber from their mouths that they leave behind!

Of course, koala cuddling is one of the most popular activities in the park, but we preferred to watch and admire them rather than hold them.

As a child, I had a toy koala brought back from Australia for me, so I was over the moon to have a photograph taken with the real thing, and the bonus was that it was awake!  A treasured memory that will last a lifetime.

Waking up in Kingscote

We had spent the previous night at the Ozone Hotel in Kingscote. Located opposite the seafront, this basic but comfortable hotel had been the perfect stop for one night.

We had taken a walk around the town this morning in search of the post office so we could send our postcards back to the UK and discovered a quaint town with several cafes, coffee shops, and souvenir shops.

The beach area was good for a morning walk, and we saw a sign saying that a resident fed pelicans each evening at dusk. We missed it, but if you are in this area, check it out.

It just so happens that we really love honey, so a visit to Clifford’s Honey Farm was perfect for us. Clifford is the founder, and his children and their partners are now all involved in this cottage industry.

Manuka honey may be famous in New Zealand, but here on Kangaroo Island, the Ligurian bee is the star, and its honey is delicious. Try the honey ice cream, biscuits and beer – you won’t be sorry.

Dominic came away with an action plan to learn how to become an apiarist (beekeeper) and set up in our UK garden. So far, it’s still just an idea!

I must admit that when I came to Australia, I thought I would see koalas hanging off almost every tree, but I couldn’t have been further from the truth.

Koalas are quiet, nocturnal animals who sleep during the day, normally so high in a tree they are hard to see.

They wake for only 4-6 hours in the evening to eat eucalyptus leaves, their only food source.

Spotting one is like winning the lottery, so when we discovered that Hanson Bay Sanctuary was home to wild koalas, we couldn’t wait to explore.

Spotting our first koala in Australia

As we strolled through the self-guided walk, we spotted our first koala. I can’t tell you how exciting it is to see one in the wild in Australia. A dream come true!

To be fair, the staff tie a coloured ribbon around the trees with the koalas in them; after all, they aren’t going anywhere until tea time, the koalas, that is, not the staff!

Feral cats are a big problem for the indigenous animals on Kangaroo Island. Introduced as domestic pets, they have turned wild and consume 1500 kg of native animal meat daily.

Hanson Bay has fenced off 250 acres to protect the native animals enabling them to live without fear of attack and, ultimately, extinction.

During our walk, we spotted around eight koalas: a pademelon, a small marsupial and an echidna, a hedgehog-like creature with a long snout for foraging food.

My first encounter with one of these strange creatures and out here in this sanctuary. Kangaroo Island was undoubtedly holding up to its claims to be a wildlife haven.

Following a 2-course lunch at Hanson Sanctuary, we headed to the westernmost part of Kangaroo Island, known as Flinders Chase National Park , where we would discover the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch.

So you may wonder just how remarkable a group of rocks could be. We thought the same thing until we saw them.

Boulders of russet-coloured granite hewn into incredible shapes by the force of nature were like an outdoor sculpture exhibition.

Dali-esque in form, the rocks looked like they had been imagined by the artist Dali and made for a film set not hewn from the elements over the last 50 million years.

Cameras were everywhere, and we weren’t about to miss out on taking photographs of these rocks. And I think you would agree; they are remarkable rocks.

Walking along the wooden boardwalk and around the cliff face takes you to Admirals Arch’s natural rock.

The arch has taken shape due to weather erosion from the sea over thousands of years, and while it looks delicate, it carries the weight above it quite easily.

Fur seals can be seen here, and we were lucky to spot quite a few.

These small dark brown seals feed at sea and return to land to rest and breed. The gulls also fly in and out of this area, hunting for dinner.

A viewing platform allows you to look through the arch and out to sea, and for me, it was a real privilege to watch animals behaving so naturally in their habitat.

Our Flight Back From Kingscote To Adelaide

We boarded our small propeller plane at Kingscote Airfield for the 15-minute flight back to Adelaide.

The flight itself was an interesting experience as no sooner had we buckled up than we were landing again. This was the quickest flight we had ever encountered, and the views of the island from the air were incredible.

At Adelaide airport, a taxi organised by Sealink was waiting to take us back to our hotel. Kangaroo Island had undoubtedly held up to all its promises and was one of the highlights of our 6-week trip to Australia.

Final Thoughts

Our time on Kangaroo Island had ended, and it had been a fantastic trip.

The Kangaroo Island 2-day tour was everything we hoped it would be and showed us the best of the island. I would recommend KI to anyone as this is one of the best places to visit in South Australia .

If you are short on time, there are one-day tours to Kangaroo Island from Adelaide .

Getting to Kangaroo Island is easy and worth doing.

You will still see some of the main highlights on a one-day Kangaroo island tour, leaving you with good reason to return later!

This blog was written before the bushfires on Kangaroo Island. The island has since started to recover and, in 2023, has been listed by Lonely Planet as #2 of the best places to visit in 2024.

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Thursday 16th of April 2020

Kangaroo Island is such a beautiful part of the world, we were lucky enough to visit for a couple of weeks, and there is still more to go back and do. Such a shame that the western half of the island has been burnt in the recent Australian bushfires, although I hear that the regeneration of the bush and wildlife is incredible. Hopefully we will get back there later this year.

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I watched the devastation on KI and was in tears. When you have been to a location and then see it being destroyed it is heartbreaking. I would love to return one day but it is so far from me. I hope you get back and can witness its recovery.

Carrie Ann | Should Be Cruising

Thursday 19th of March 2020

So beautiful! I love seeing wildlife in their natural habitats, and you had such great luck with that here.Definitely going to KI if I have the chance to visit the Adelaide area :D

It was a wonderful trip and one I would put on any itinerary if travelling near Adelaide.

Sunday 15th of March 2020

It seems like a really enjoyable place to visit.Lovely pictures

Renee | The Holidaymaker

Saturday 14th of March 2020

Definitely a paradise for animal lovers I would say! The views of Kangaroo Island look so amazing. Would expect nothing less of Australia, a far away destination on my list!

Wednesday 26th of February 2020

It must be a little upsetting for you to wonder how much of the amazing landscape and wildlife you saw during your Australia trip is still there after the fires. It just goes to show how lucky we are to travel and see the world at it's best before disaster strikes. p.s. How come there's some white kangaroos?

Friday 28th of February 2020

The white kangaroos are a colony of albino roos that can only be found on the island.

Jay, I watched the footage on the news and just sat and cried. We saw all the areas we had visited just raised to the ground and several of the cottage industries that exist on the island are now gone. I feel overwhelmed that I got the chance to see and interact with the people and animals on the islands. I pray that in time it will restore itself to its former glory and future visitors will be able to experience the magic that I did.

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