Top Kangaroo Island Outdoor Activities

The Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places on Kangaroo Island to spot native wildlife. On this small-group walking tour, follow the sanctuary’s famous Koala Walk, which is only accessible as part of a guided tour. Accompanied by a guide, gain insight into the many different animals and look out for koalas, kangaroos, tammar wallabies, and more.

Zip along dirt tracks, splash through muddy trails and venture off-road on this exhilarating quad bike tour of Kangaroo Island. See the rugged Aussie bushlands from your easy-to-drive ATV as you follow your guide on one of four different itineraries that showcase everything from pristine beaches and spectacular viewpoints to challenging gravel tracks.

Explore Kangaroo Island without the stress of planning on a full day tour with convenient round-trip transport from your Kingscote accommodation. In addition to navigating, your guide provides commentary about the island’s diverse wildlife, which many travelers find easy to miss without a trained eye. The day’s itinerary includes seal watching at Seal Bay, lunch at Flinders Chase National Park, and photo opportunities at Admirals Arch.

Let a guide show you a side of Kangaroo Island that lots of tourists don’t get to see on this private nighttime tour. Spot the animals that come out at night in their natural habitat, following a guide who knows the area like the back of their hand. They also know the areas that give you the best chances of seeing local wildlife.

The Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places on Kangaroo Island to spot native wildlife, home to koalas, kangaroos, tammar wallabies, and more. On this evening walking tour, explore the sanctuary with a guide and maximize your chance of wildlife sightings. See the animals at their most active during the cooler hours of sunset and continue exploring after dark, when nocturnal animals such as echidnas and possums come out to play.

Add a boating adventure to your Kangaroo Island itinerary with a wildlife tour that departs daily from Christmas Cove. In addition to providing live commentary about the area’s wildlife and conservation efforts, your guide ensures you spot sea creatures that are easy to miss without a trained eye. Look out for bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, various birds, and humpback and southern right whales (in the winter migration season).

Add a water adventure to your Kangaroo Island itinerary with a snorkeling tour that departs daily from Christmas Cove Marina. Going with a guide ensures you visit the best locations for viewing wildlife, from long-nosed seals to dolphins. In addition to live commentary about the area’s animals and ongoing conservation efforts, your guide provides wetsuits, snorkeling equipment, and sunscreen, ensuring a safe and comfortable trip.

Discover the enchanting nocturnal world of Kangaroo Island on this thrilling after-dark adventure. Follow your guide on a 4WD safari and spot tammar wallabies, brush-tailed possums, and western grey kangaroos in their natural habitat. If you’re lucky, you might even spy boobook owls or echidnas.

Explore more of Kangaroo Island than you could on foot when you tour on the back of a fat electric bike. You can cover more ground than when riding a regular bike, and get less tired. Save your energy for admiring the views. Ride easily over sand dunes and other challenging terrain. Look out for many species of birds, as well as koalas in the wild.

Visit parts of Kangaroo Island that are inaccessible any other way when you join this buggy tour of the Little Sahara dunes. With a guide and a small group of adventure-loving travelers you’ll spend two hours riding through wild, beautiful parts of the island. See ancient gum trees, spot koalas in the wild, be amazed by the rugged cliffs and coastline, and visit a pristine secluded beach.

Experience the thrill of searching for wild kangaroos, koalas, and fur seals in their natural environment on this full-day tour of Kangaroo Island’s best bits. Traveling by 4WD means you can explore off-road in the Flinders Chase National Park and escape the crowds as you visit highlights such as Seal Bay, Vivonne Bay, the Remarkable Rocks, and Admirals Arch.

Discover the wildlife and coastal scenery of Kangaroo Island on a full-day 4WD tour that explores spots inaccessible to regular vehicles. Visit Seal Bay to see Australian fur seals lounging on the rocks, take in sweeping views over Stokes Bay, and continue along the island’s rugged North Coast. Travel with your guide in search of native wildlife such as kangaroos, koalas, and colorful birdlife, including the rare glossy black cockatoo.

Kangaroo Island lies off the coast of South Australia and is renowned for its natural reserves, coastal scenery, and native wildlife. This shore excursion visits three of the island’s most popular attractions in just one day, with port pickup and drop-off included. Take in the views from Remarkable Rocks, spot New Zealand fur seals at Admirals Arch, and admire sea lions at Seal Bay Conservation Park.

Get out and explore Kangaroo Island by electric fat bike on this small group tour with a maximum of eight people. You’ll ride along the dunes and the riverbanks, looking for koalas in the gum trees and listening to the impressive bird calls. Learn about native bush foods, flora, and fauna too, from your guide. Ride in the afternoon for that special evening glow.

When your cruise ship docks in Penneshaw, take a full-day shore excursion that shows you the best of Kangaroo Island’s local food and wine producers. Stop at a number of local farms and shops to sample their goods, including a wine tasting, gin tasting, eucalyptus oil products, honey, and a lavender farm where you nibble scones served with tea or coffee.

Learn all about Kangaroo Island and the nature found here on this two hour small group walking tour. Your guide will take you past the Little Sahara dunes to the bushland, which is full of wildlife. Walk through gum forests that are over 500 years old. You are guaranteed to see a koala here, so make sure you bring your camera and keep it at the ready.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Kangaroo Island and learn the Island's history from a local. Travel with ease and comfort on tour, stop to take in the scenery and history of this rugged and beautiful coastline. Walk amongst Australian sealions on the self guided boardwalk. Take the time to absorb beautiful Vivonne Bay with its unpolluted aqua sea before grabbing a bite to eat. Experience the beauty and resilience of Flinders Chase with it's breathtaking attractions. Photo opportunities are everywhere at Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and the historic Lightstation. Passenger requirements for the tour range from 10 to 30 passengers.

Get an overview of the local flavors of Kangaroo Island on this half-day guided tastings tour with a small group, perfect for visitors with limited time on the South Australian island. Visit a local honey farm in MacGillivray, eucalyptus distillery, winery, and a spirits distillery for tastings and tours, along with a morning or afternoon tea, time permitting. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience.

Getting around Kangaroo Island’s remote landscapes without local knowledge or a suitable vehicle can be challenging. This full-day guided 4WD tour makes it easy to explore the Dudley Peninsula and Pennington Bay while your guide handles the driving and navigation. Travel off-road to scenic lookouts, beaches, wineries, and local farms, with time to swim, take photos, and sample regional products at places such as a eucalyptus distillery and honey farm. Along the way, learn about local wines and keep watch for native wildlife in the island’s rugged wilderness.

Spend a day exploring the wilderness of the Flinders Chase National Park on a full-day tour of Kangaroo Island. Traveling by 4-wheel-drive vehicle lets you access places that are difficult to reach otherwise. See landmarks including Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks, and look out for wildlife such as koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and rainbow lorikeets. End the day watching the sunset over the Bay of Shoals (season dependent).

Experience the beauty of Kangaroo Island in the warm evening glow as your guide leads you past the dunes of Little Sahara and into the surrounding bushland on this exclusive access bushwalk. The trail heads toward the Eleanor River and along the way you’ll discover native bush foods (seasonal) and learn about our native flora. Marvel at the beauty of the huge gums trees where you’ll spot koalas, wild beehives, an eagle’s nest and hear an amazing chorus of birds. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you on this 2-hour bushwalk around Little Sahara while you discover the wonder and beauty of nature’s playground. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of all the sights and sounds of this unique area as your experienced guide shares their knowledge and passion for nature with you. Walk away feeling like you made a connection with the natural world and Kangaroo Island.

Experience the best of Kangaroo Island on a full-day tour with convenient round-trip transport from your accommodation or airport location. In addition to navigating, your guide provides commentary about the island’s landscape, as well as points out wildlife that’s easy to miss without a trained eye. Stops on the itinerary include Stokes Bay, the Cygnet River Valley, and Seal Bay Conservation Park. Morning tea and freshly-prepared lunch are included.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Kangaroo Island and learn the Island's history from a local. Travel with ease and comfort on tour, stop to take in the scenery and history of this rugged and beautiful coastline. Walk amongst Australian sealions on the self guided boardwalk. Take the time to absorb beautiful Vivonne Bay with its unpolluted aqua sea before grabbing a bite to eat. Experience the beauty and resilience of Flinders Chase with it's breathtaking attractions. Photo opportunities are everywhere at Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and the historic Lightstation. Passenger requirements for the tour range from 2 to 30 passengers. We see a diverse range of wildlife in their natural habitat.