Kangaroo Island and Wildlife Adventure (Original)

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Packed with activities on offer and abundant wildlife, this adventure gives the perfect slice of South Australian paradise. Catch the ferry over to Kangaroo Island, meet a sea lion colony in Seal Bay, slide a sand board down the dunes of Little Sahara and take a walk around Vivonne Bay in search of wildlife. Look out for koalas in the Hanson Bay wildlife Sanc...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Give sandboarding a crack amid the white sand dunes of Little Sahara
    • Take in the impressive coastal views from Remarkable Rock
    • Koalas are one of Australia’s most iconic creatures – make some new furry friends among the gum trees of Mikkira Station and Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
    • Take the chance to head beneath the surface, into the crystal clear waters surrounding the Neptune Islands, and face-off with a Great White Shark
    • Dive at the opportunity to go on a watery play-date with some friendly sea lions, seeing who’s got the better moves in the waters around Hopkins Island
    • Hike through the dense Australian bush and the spot native wildlife that lives in the area

What's this trip about?

    Packed with activities on offer and abundant wildlife, this adventure gives the perfect slice of South Australian paradise. Catch the ferry over to Kangaroo Island, meet a sea lion colony in Seal Bay, slide a sand board down the dunes of Little Sahara and take a walk around Vivonne Bay in search of wildlife. Look out for koalas in the Hanson Bay wildlife Sanctuary and take in the view of the island’s signature Remarkable Rocks. Head to the other side of the bay and discover the hidden jewel of the Eyre Peninsula, the perfect place for active wildlife adventures. Choose to swim with Great White Sharks and playful sea lions, or hike among the bush and admire the marine landscape on boat trips. Meet some of Australia's famously unique residents, including kangaroos and emus on land, then soak up the serene ocean atmosphere while cruising on a series of catamarans, ferries and boats.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityAdelaide
End CityAdelaide

Travel Themes

  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

  • Australia

Attractions

  • Adelaide

Activities

  • Relaxing Retreat

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Travel Map

Day 1 Adelaide to Kangaroo Island

After an early morning pick up from your accommodation (selected hotels/hostels), travel along the picture-perfect Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis for the 45-minute SeaLink ferry ride to Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island. While crossing, it's not uncommon to have an escort...

Day 2 Kangaroo Island to Adelaide

After breakfast, pop into the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary for a walk among eucalyptus trees in search of lazing koalas. Next, continue on to Flinders Chase National Park, arriving at the iconic Remarkable Rocks ahead of the crowds. Ramble across the craggy coastline...

Day 3 Adelaide to Port Lincoln

Kick off early from Adelaide this morning (around 5am) and head north around Spencer Gulf, with your destination the Eyre Peninsula, via Port Augusta and Whyalla. The Eyre Peninsula is one of those great Australian secrets that many people haven’t yet discovered, than...

Day 4 Whalers Way Conservation Park/Port Lincoln National Park (Optional Shark diving day tour)

For some, today is an extreme adrenalin day! For those that dare, there’s the optional experience ($395 per person) of coming face-to-face with a Great White Shark. If you choose this day trip, you will get up at 5:30am and board a boat at 6:30am. Climb aboard at the ...

Day 5 Hopkins Island (Swimming with Sea Lions)/Adelaide

After breakfast this morning, head over to the marina, where you can choose to cruise out to Hopkins Island for one of Australia's most unique wildlife experiences – swimming with Australian sea lions. This memorable activity involves a half-day boat cruise out to Sea...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $940
Price per day$188
Last Updated: 12/3/2021

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Our travelers have three styles of tour to choose from: Basix, Original and Comfort. Each has a different level of inclusions and accommodation, but all have unforgettable real life experiences as part of the package. Travellers can also choose themed trips, such as Family, Sailing or Food, to suit their interests.

Our group size has an average of just ten travellers, which allows us to get off the beaten track, use local accommodation and transport, and really get to know the culture. It also ensures we are contributing to the local economy; by choosing local suppliers we were able to keep AUD 60 million in local economies in 2012. We’re also working hard to reduce our carbon footprint and were the first in our sector to introduce carbon offset trips. This, along with our many corporate sustainability activities, has meant we’re one of the travel industry’s leaders in responsible travel.

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Intrepid Travel has come a long way since its beginnings in 1989. From two university friends, a typewriter and a kitchen desk, it is now a proud member of The Intrepid Group, taking over 100,000 travelers every year.

Intrepid Travel is part of The Intrepid Group of companies, alongside leading small group adventure companies Peregrine, Urban Adventures and PEAK DMC.

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hostel twin share (4 nights),

Transportation & Flights

Minibus,Transfer coach,Ferry,

Transportation & flights

Minibus,Transfer coach,Ferry
Guides
All group trips are accompanied by a group leader. In Australia your group leader is also your driver, taking you from start to finish in a specialised vehicle. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, organise the camp and cooking for camp or kitchen cooked meals (though passengers are required to help out) and recommend great local eating venues. They will also introduce you to our local friends along the way. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the areas visited on the trip, including historical, environmental, cultural and social aspects.
Travel Insurance
Australians are not required to be covered for hospital care due to being covered by Medicare. However we strongly recommend that Australians have a domestic travel insurance policy which covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. It is also strongly advisable that Australians have current ambulance cover in the case of emergency evacuation or incidents requiring ambulance transportation. Travel insurance is compulsory for all international travellers and should be taken out at the time of booking. Your travel insurance must provide cover against personal accident, death, medical expenses and emergency repatriation with a recommended minimum coverage of US$200,000 for each of the categories of cover. We also strongly recommend it covers cancellation, curtailment, personal liability and loss of luggage and personal effects. You must provide proof of your travel insurance on the first day of your trip; you will not be able to join the trip without it. If you obtain travel insurance through us you acknowledge that you are satisfied with the level of insurance we have arranged.
Visa requirements
AUSTRALIA: Belgium: Yes - required in advance Canada: Yes - required in advance Germany: Yes - required in advance Ireland: Yes - required in advance Netherlands: Yes - required in advance New Zealand: Not required South Africa: Yes - required in advance Switzerland: Yes - required in advance United Kingdom: Yes - required in advance USA: Yes - required in advance All travellers, except New Zealand citizens, must obtain a visa or travel authority before travelling to Australia. Failure to do so means you may not be allowed to board your flight to Australia. Most nationalities can obtain an Electronic Travel Authority via the internet before arrival. Please check the following website or with your relevant Australian visa issuing office for your nationalities requirements. http://www.eta.immi.gov.au/
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information

Finish point

  • Central Adelaide accommodation
  • Adelaide
  • Adelaide
  • South Australia
  • AUSTRALIA
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