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Experience oyster farming in South Australia on a tour from Port Lincoln to Coffin Bay. You'll wade through the water from the shore to a semi-submerged deck in a working oyster farm, where a local farmer will tell you about farming methods and how oysters grow. Then taste fresh oysters right out of Coffin Bay.

It’s not possible to tour Barossa wineries on public transportation and driving yourself means appointing a designated driver. Nobody misses out on this fun day tour, which includes an impressive three wine tastings and a gourmet pizza lunch. In between samplings, discover sights like a dam wall with unique acoustics, the world’s largest rocking horse, and kangaroos and wallabies. Your guide keeps you informed as you travel.

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.

Experience the highlights of Kangaroo Island on this full-day guided discovery and tasting tour. Starting from Adelaide, you’ll hop on the ferry over to Kangaroo Island and begin your explorations with a birds of prey show at Raptor Domain, before swinging by a eucalyptus oil distillery in MacGillivray for lunch and an informative tour. You’ll then visit a honey farm, go sightseeing at Pennington Bay, and finish up with a wine tasting.

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.

This tour takes you on cruise through the Coffin Bay waterways to visit the oyster farm, where your guide, who is also a farmer, will help you to pluck oysters right there to enjoy, and explain all about oyster farming. You’ll get 12 fresh oysters per person. After this, you’ll travel to The Brothers islands, where you can observe the small seal colony and perhaps see some dolphins too.

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.

Explore the renowned McLaren Vale wine region on a boutique shared tour that offers intimate access to some of the finest wineries. Visit 3 boutique wineries and the iconic d’Arenberg Cube and sample a selection of exquisite wines, with opportunities to meet winemakers and tour behind the scenes (subject to availability) Enjoy a delicious Gourmet Platter lunch while soaking in the vineyard views. This full-day experience is perfect for small groups of 4 to 10 guests and includes door to door pick-up from Adelaide CBD, Glenelg or the McLaren Vale region ensuring a personalised and relaxed wine tasting adventure. Tasting fees may apply and can be paid direct on the day - Full day tour lasting 8 hours with small group settings (4-10 guests) - d’Arenberg Cube - (Entrance and Dali at own cost) - Enjoy tastings at 3 boutique wineries - (own cost) - Winery platter lunch included with scenic vineyard views - (glass of wine or tasting at lunch own cost) - Wine educated guides - (WSET)

Skip the guidebooks and experience Adelaide through the eyes of a local on this small-group tour of the city's top spots. Led by a born-and-raised Adelaidean, explore hidden gems, plus historic and cultural highlights. As you wander the northern half of Adelaide’s city center—including the beautiful North Terrace Cultural Precinct, the Adelaide Riverbank area, and Adelaide Town Hall—listen to engaging commentary and hear anecdotes you won't get anywhere else. It's the perfect way to get your bearings if you're new to the city.

Enjoy an in-depth tour of the iconic Adelaide Oval that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the famous sporting venue. Your  knowledgeable guide shares both old and new features of the Oval during your 90-minute tour. Learn about the old scoreboard, the 100-year-old Moreton Bay fig trees, and the famous music groups and sports teams that have performed at the venue. Cricket fans can delve into cricket memorabilia at the Bradman Museum, also located within the Oval complex.

The village of Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills offers old-world charm, German heritage, and fabulous shopping opportunities. Discover it on this day trip that pairs guided visits to a farm, a chocolate shop, and an opal store with ample free time. A hearty lunch keeps you fueled and energized, while bottled water keeps you hydrated. Enjoy a photo stop at Mount Lofty Summit en route.

There’s no doubt that South Australia’s Barossa Valley is a world-class wine region, with its Syrah and Shiraz gracing sommeliers’ lists throughout the world. On this single-day tour, discover the valley’s oenological heritage without having to check out of your Adelaide accommodation, and without having to carefully count every taster to stay under the drink-drive limit. Stops to sample local produce and enjoy a local lunch round out this fulsome experience of the Barossa Valley.

Meet some of Australia’s most beloved native animals on this day trip from Adelaide to Cleland Wildlife Park in the Adelaide Hills. Learn about koalas, feed wallabies and kangaroos under staff supervision, be amused by wombats and emus, and observe dingos, Tasmanian devils and more. Then, visit the Mt. Lofty Summit for panoramic views and photo ops.

The Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills are some of the best places to visit from Adelaide for visitors interested in wine, food, and small-town character. But getting there on your own and worrying about a designated driver can make it a tricky trip to plan. Take a group tour with hotel pickup to leave the logistics to your driver-guide and enjoy care-free wine-tasting, a restaurant lunch, and free time in Hahndorf.

The Adelaide Central Market is one of the southern hemisphere’s largest food markets and a thriving cultural hub. Rather than show up without knowing which stalls to visit, tour the market with a guide who takes you to sample tried-and-true winners. While you sample food, your guide also tells you about the history of migration in South Australia and how it has influenced the food culture.

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.

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.

Learn all about oyster farming in the township of Coffin Bay, Kellidie Bay. Stop at the nursery oyster farms to see how they are grown, then visit the original oyster farm with its original fixed rails. Your guide will also be a farmer, with great insight on the farming process You can also explore the fattening/ growing areas by boat if you like. You’ll be eating oysters along the tour, too.

We are a locally owned and operated company and know much more about kangaroo Island than you will find in text books. We have been delighting cruise ship visitors with our wildlife tours since the port of Penneshaw was included in their itinerary (nobody has ever been left behind yet)! Our Wildlife Tour is a must see for all nature enthusiasts. Being local we use our insight to provide you with an unforgettable experience.

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.

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.

Go wine tasting in the Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf on a full-day hop-on hop-off winery tour from Adelaide. Ride into the scenic hills on a looping circuit that stops at 10–15 venues and takes about an hour to complete: most travelers have time to explore about four stops over the course of the day. Return to the city in the late afternoon with arrival in Adelaide CBD at approximately 5pm.

Travel from Adelaide to the historic Murray River without having to sort out your own transportation on this day trip. Take a lunch cruise on the river followed by free time in the town of Mannum. On the bus ride back, stop by a chocolate factory and cheesemaker to pick up some tasty souvenirs.

Explore the town of Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement, on a half-day tour from Adelaide. Admire the heritage architecture on North Terrace; savor sweeping city views from Adelaide’s highest peak, Mt. Lofty; shop and taste at Beerenberg Farm; and enjoy some free time to explore Hahndorf. Includes afternoon tea or a beer tasting. Transportation in a climate-controlled vehicle, and onboard commentary, saves you having to self-drive.