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5 Days Kangaroo Island walk
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The Experience
What your day looks like
This carefully designed tour offers a chance to experience the island’s diverse landscapes, from rugged coastal rock formations to vast wilderness areas, while enjoying the best in local food, wine, and accommodation. The itinerary showcases the highlights of Kangaroo Island, with walks that traverse some of the most iconic trails and scenic spots. Discover striking coastal features such as Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, where dramatic cliffs meet the Southern Ocean. Walk through pristine bushland and along remote beaches, taking in the island’s varied terrain and stunning views. The tour also includes opportunities to encounter the island’s abundant wildlife, including the endemic Kangaroo Island kangaroos, playful sea lions, penguins, and a rich variety of birdlife. Each day is designed to offer a balance of walking and relaxation, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural surroundings while enjoying the comfort of Pack Free travel. With private transfers, you can reach the best walking areas without the burden of carrying a heavy pack, making the experience enjoyable for all fitness levels. Accommodation throughout the tour is handpicked to provide an exceptional stay, featuring lodgings that reflect the character and charm of the island. Relax each evening in comfortable and stylish accommodations, where you can unwind after a day’s adventure. Indulge in gourmet meals that highlight the island’s sensational local produce, complemented by fine South Australian wines, offering a true taste of the region’s culinary delights. The 5-day Kangaroo Island walking tour by Life’s An Adventure is more than just a hike—it’s an exploration of one of Australia’s most iconic destinations, where spectacular landscapes, unique wildlife, and local flavors come together to create a truly memorable journey. Join us for an unforgettable Pack Free adventure that captures the essence of Kangaroo Island.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Pack Free Convenience
- Unique Wildlife
- Stunning Landscapes
- Iconic Coastal Features
- Balanced Itinerary
- Handpicked Accommodations
- Gourmet Dining
- Private Transfers
- Memorable Exploration
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Adelaide
Transportation. Welcome to Australia! Meet your guides in the foyer of the Mantra Hindmarsh Square at 6.30am for the transfer to Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula, where you will board the Sealink ferry service to Kangaroo Island
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Sightseeing at Ikara–Flinders Ranges National Park. Curley Creek Hike: Today, you will enjoy a beautiful walk at Curley Creek, located near Murrays Lagoon, the largest on the island. You will have stunning views over the lagoon and ultimately “climb” Bald Hill to a viewing/information platform; you may sight migratory waders as they feed.
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Enjoy dinner featuring local produce and South Australian wines.
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Accommodation.
Day 2
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Hiking at Kangaroo Island. Hanson Bay to Kelly Hill Caves & Admirals Arch: After breakfast, we drive to the beginning of today’s walk, which takes us from the scenic Hanson Bay to Kelly Hill Caves. This walk is one of the most popular walks on Kangaroo Island and is officially the final day of the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, of which we will also cover one other section. During the walk, you will meander through various landscapes, including dune systems, pink gum woodlands, banksia heath, Mallee, and coastal heath. You will begin with beautiful views of the coast on a short beach section and catch glimpses of freshwater lagoons amongst the bushland landscapes we traverse.
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Eco Tour at Kangaroo Island. Admirals Arch: Following lunch, we transfer a short distance to Admirals Arch for a lovely afternoon stroll. The short return walk offers gorgeous coastal panoramas before reaching the Admirals Arch viewing platforms, from which you can view the flourishing fur seal colony and marvel at extraordinary geological formations.
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Breakfast. Lunch. We then drive back to our Lodge to indulge in a sensational dinner, accompanied by wonderful wines from South Australia.
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Accommodation.
Day 3
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Eco Tour at Kangaroo Island. Ravine des Casoars and Cape Borda Clifftop Hike: Following another hearty breakfast, we ultimately drive west from our accommodation to the Ravine des Casoars Wilderness Area, which is located close to the most westerly end of Kangaroo Island. Starting in the lush forest of the ravine valley, you will walk towards the coast passing various types of vegetation. You will enjoy some incredible views of the coast and ultimately arrive at intriguing limestone caves along the watercourse and at the beach, where we will enjoy our morning tea break. Afterwards, we drive to Cape Borda for a lovely stroll, where you can explore scenic rock gardens, enjoy the views from some of the highest sea cliffs in South Australia and be intrigued by the unique square-shaped Cape Borda Lighthouse. The Lighthouse sits on the cliffs high above Investigator Strait and is immersed in European history. We return to our accommodation for some well-deserved free time in the afternoon to relax and perhaps enjoy a swim.
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Hearty breakfast. Lunch. Tonight, indulge in your final dinner on tour, accompanied by South Australian wines.
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Accommodation.
Day 4
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Eco Tour at Ikara–Flinders Ranges National Park. Snake Lagoon to Cape du Couedic & Remarkable Rocks: Enjoy a lovely breakfast before transferring to the start of our walk at Snake Lagoon, where we will begin our walking journey to Cape de Couedic, wandering along the spectacular rugged coastline of the Flinders Chase National Park. Not long after starting today’s walk, you will see your first magnificent panorama of the Southern Ocean. Along the way, you can spot beautiful coastal plants and if you’re lucky, you may see bottle-nosed dolphins, seals or sea-lions frolicking in the waves off this exposed panoramic coastline. On completion, we take a short drive to Remarkable Rocks for a 1km walk to explore these magnificent natural granite sculptures that rise like art forms out of the surrounding earth.
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Lovely breakfast. Lunch. We then make our way back to our accommodation for another superb dinner, accompanied by South Australia wines.
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Accommodation.
Day 5
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Eco Tour at Seal Bay Conservation Park. Seal Bay Conservation Park Tour & Ironstone Hill Hike: After an early breakfast, we pack up and transfer to the Seal Bay Conservation Park on the south coast of Kangaroo Island. This region has been home for thousands of years to an Australian sea-lion colony, and the Conservation Park plays a significant role in ensuring this remote population is protected in order to continue to thrive. During our visit, you will be escorted by one of the Conservation Park’s qualified Rangers on a short stroll along the boardwalk and down onto the beach to see the wild sea-lions in their natural habitat. The Ranger will provide you with a broad range of information and answer any questions you may have about these majestic creatures. Afterwards, we make our way to the historic Penneshaw Hotel for a sit-down lunch overlooking the ocean. After lunch we complete our adventure with the Ironstone Hill Hike, offering spectacular views to the mainland as you follow the coast through expansive, she-oak woodlands on a section of the original bullock track to Cape Willoughby.
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Breakfast. Lunch.
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A late afternoon ferry returns us to the mainland, before proceeding on to Adelaide, usually arriving about 7.30pm. NOTE: Kangaroo Island is a large island with up to 2.5 hours drive from end to end.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Guided walk at Seal Bay Conservation Area Pack-free Walk – only carry your lunch, water and camera Professionally guided Transfers from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island (including Sealink ferry service) & return to Adelaide National Park Fees
Not Included
Tips and gratuities
What to Bring
Hiking shoes Comfortable clothes
Meeting & Pickup
SUGGESTED PRE-TOUR NIGHT ACCOMMODATION: We suggest the Mantra Hindmarsh Square Adelaide; this is also our meeting point at 6.30am on the first morning of the tour
Languages Offered
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Optional Add-ons
SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS - 275.00 Per Person
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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