Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is a destination for gourmands and gadabouts. This piece of land is a 540km long stretch of rugged multi-hued beauty.

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People and dog walking into ocean at Vivonne Bay.

Beach Holidays

11 must-visit Kangaroo Island beaches

The sparkling sapphire waters off Kangaroo Island beckon, promising countless hours of dreamy beach days.

A koala rests in a gum tree at Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park

Travel guide

A guide to visiting Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park

Here’s what you need to know before making a trip to the famous South Australian wildlife centre.

the Ocean Pavilion West, Southern Ocean Lodge

Kangaroo Island

Rising from the ashes: inside Southern Ocean Lodge’s stunning rebuild

Embedded in the coastal wilderness of Kangaroo Island, the reimagined Southern Ocean Lodge celebrates community, creativity and place like never before.

Ecopia Retreat, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Accommodation

10 of the best Airbnbs on Kangaroo Island

Dreaming of a break fuelled by great food and wine, interspersed with nature-based activities and accommodation that feels like home? Here are some of the best Airbnbs on Kangaroo Island.

Gastronomo, Cocktails, Kangaroo Island, SA, Australia

Eating Out

11 top places to eat and drink on Kangaroo Island

Base your itinerary on where best to celebrate local seafood, artisan produce and wine with our guide to Kangaroo Island’s best restaurants, pubs and cafes.

Things to do

Hike the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail

The Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, which winds through Flinders Chase National Park, was razed by the Black Summer bushfires. Two years later, it is reopen for a unique experience that encourages walkers to help in its recovery and see for themselves the resilience of nature and resolute beauty of this special part of South Australia.

Luxurious Stowaway Pod on Kangaroo Island

Accommodation

The best luxury accommodation on Kangaroo Island

Take your pick from 10 of the top luxury stay on Kangaroo Island.

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CChristine Aldred

The ultimate 4-day Kangaroo Island itinerary: stalactites, sea lions and distilleries

A ferry-hop across from the mainland, Kangaroo Island is a journey through wild landscapes and dramatic coastlines. Explore its treasures with this four-day Kangaroo Island itinerary.

An esky in the back of a vehicle by the beach on tour with Kangaroo Island Touring Company.

KKate Bettes

15 must-try Kangaroo Island tours

When exploring an island that is four times the size of Singapore, it pays to book a tour with locals to see all the sights.

DDilvin Yasa

24 things to do on Kangaroo Island

From spending the night in luxury digs to touring the island on a foodie adventure and some of the best wildlife experiences you'll find anywhere, there's no end of things to see and do on this magical South Australian island.

Aerial view of False Cape Wines in Kangaroo Island, South Australia

CCarla Grossetti

The must-visit wineries on Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is making a splash on the drinks front. Here’s the lowdown on the best wineries on Kangaroo Island with a brewer and distiller thrown in for good measure.

13 things you didn’t know about Kangaroo Island

KKate Bettes

13 things you didn’t know about Kangaroo Island

If you haven’t heard much about this little slice of South Australian paradise by now, check out these fun facts.

KKate Bettes

11 must-visit Kangaroo Island beaches

The sparkling sapphire waters off Kangaroo Island beckon, promising countless hours of dreamy beach days.

KKate Bettes

A guide to visiting Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park

Here’s what you need to know before making a trip to the famous South Australian wildlife centre.

CCarla Grossetti

11 top places to eat and drink on Kangaroo Island

Base your itinerary on where best to celebrate local seafood, artisan produce and wine with our guide to Kangaroo Island’s best restaurants, pubs and cafes.

AAlexis Buxton-Collins

Hike the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail

The Ellson Hotel the ellson's suite render

KKassia Byrnes

This 100-year-old hotel on Kangaroo Island just got a luxury upgrade

A thoughtfully reimagined boutique hotel will open in 2026, offering elevated accommodation options on Kangaroo Island.

An aerial shot of Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island

KKate Bettes

A Kangaroo Island accommodation go-to guide

Romance, nature, seclusion or a home away from home – there is an accommodation to suit all types of holidaymakers on Kangaroo Island.

Glamp at Kangaroo Island's Seafront Holiday Park

CCarla Grossetti

10 beautiful camping spots on Kangaroo Island

Camping on Kangaroo Island includes options that range from rustic log cabins and glampsites to pared-back places to pitch your tent.

IImogen Eveson

Rising from the ashes: inside Southern Ocean Lodge’s stunning rebuild

Embedded in the coastal wilderness of Kangaroo Island, the reimagined Southern Ocean Lodge celebrates community, creativity and place like never before.

CCarla Grossetti

10 of the best Airbnbs on Kangaroo Island

Dreaming of a break fuelled by great food and wine, interspersed with nature-based activities and accommodation that feels like home? Here are some of the best Airbnbs on Kangaroo Island.

CCarla Grossetti

The best luxury accommodation on Kangaroo Island

Take your pick from 10 of the top luxury stay on Kangaroo Island.

Kangaroo Island is a destination for gourmands and gadabouts. A 540km long stretch of rugged multi-hued beauty, primarily preserved in its natural state thanks to its Ark-like remoteness, yet still offering the comforts of modernity thanks to mindful businesses embracing everything seasonal, sustainable and artisanal.

Here’s our guide to getting the most out of Australia’s third-largest but arguably most unique island.

Getting to Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island lies 112km southwest of Adelaide, South Australia, on the cusp of the famous Fleurieu Peninsula. Flights here are approximately 35 minutes from the SA capital; however, most opt for a 45-minute SeaLink car and caravan ferry from Cape Jervis, arriving in Penneshaw (KI’s second-largest town).

Top things to do on Kangaroo Island

If you’ve got a few days up your sleeve when visiting Kangaroo Island, you’re in luck. Have a look at our top things to do on Kangaroo Island and you’ll never run out of ideas.

Whether you want to laze around on one of KI’s jaw-dropping beaches, take the kids to the Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, which is famous for a reason, watch the sunset while sampling the goods at one of Kangaroo Island’s must-visit wineries, or hike the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, there is so much to do.

Best places to stay on Kangaroo Island

No matter your travel style, Kangaroo Island has something that will suit you. Our go-to guide will be your best travel buddy when you plan your KI accommodation. Whether you prefer to save your hard-earned cash by camping on your holiday, love to experience what the locals do by staying in an Airbnb, or want a luxurious stay that’ll put you straight into relaxation mode, we’ve got all the resources you need to plan your Kangaroo Island accommodation.

Where to eat and drink on Kangaroo Island

Feasting is all part of the fun of Kangaroo Island, with the koalas and kangaroos sharing real estate with some of Australia’s top food producers. Make sure you book before you leave home, at one of our top places to eat and drink on Kangaroo Island, so you don’t miss out on the magic.