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Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour

3.7 (9 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation
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Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 56 people
People per booking
1–30
Guide
English
Operated by
Kangaroo Island Coachlines

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Alcoholic beverages: Taste testing at Kangaroo Island Brewery

Itinerary

  1. Penneshaw

    15 min

    Pick up is from Penneshaw, the gateway to Kangaroo Island.

  2. Emu Ridge Eucalyptus

    45 min Admission included

    First stop is the iconic Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery. Here you can learn about the manufacturing process and history of the eucalyptus distillery via a short DVD. You can also view a large range of local products and produce. Keep a look out for the friendly local kangaroos and the emu’s that give the area their name!

  3. Stop 3

    45 min

    Observe a functioning beehive, browse local wares, and purchase some of the famous Ligurian Bee Honey that the island is known for. We highly recommend scooping up a tub of their honey ice-cream to enjoy.

  4. Kingscote

    one hour

    Visit the township of Kingscote, the largest town on the island and South Australia’s oldest European settlement. Enjoy free time to explore the nearby beach, visit cafe’s and chat with locals.

  5. Kingscote Silo Art

    15 min

    See amazing silo art on display such as Australias largest kangaroo artwork and the local glossy black cockatoo.

  6. Kangaroo Island Brewery

    one hour Admission included

    Travelers will visit the Kangaroo Island Brewery, founded in 2015, where they will enjoy a taste testing of their most popular craft beers and ciders

  7. Pennington Bay

    30 min

    Stop off at the scenic Pennington Bay. Admire the sweeping rugged coastline and crystaline waters and enjoy a photo-op.

  8. Penneshaw

    15 min

    Drop off is at Penneshaw, the gateway to Kangaroo Island and the same location that you were picked up from

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Information Booth will be set up onsite. Location is to the left of the building at 49 North Terrace and across the road from the Church. Please check In at the Information Booth 30-minutes before tour departure time. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf.

End point

  • Information Booth will be set up onsite. Location is to the left of the building at 49 North Terrace and across the road from the Church. Please check In at the Information Booth 30-minutes before tour departure time. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please note - Telstra and Optus are the only phone carrier services that work on Kangaroo Island

Traveller ratings

3.7 out of 5 · 9 reviews
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