3 Day Kangaroo Island Camping Adventure

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Day 1: Adelaide to Kangaroo Island

Today, there's an early start to catch your 6.45 am SeaLink bus transfer from Adelaide CBD to the ferry terminal at Cape Jervis. Board the ferry for a 45-minute cruise to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island. Your Untamed Escapes Guide will meet you here and give you an overview of the adventure ahead for the next few days. Throughout your tour, you'll also have the opportunity to become a citizen scientist and contribute to conservation efforts and research on the island in partnership with Passport to Recovery. You can download the App on the way over on the ferry, so you're ready to go!

Hop on board the bus and take a scenic coastal drive to Pennington Bay on the island's south coast. With powerful swells rolling in, this beach is famed for its epic surf breaks. Climb the 500 steps to the top of Prospect Hill, the highest point on Kangaroo Island, for
rewarding views and to get your bearings.

Kangaroo Island is the world's oldest bee sanctuary and is home to the only pure strain of Ligurian Bee in the world. Pop into a honey farm to learn all about these fascinating creatures and, of course, do a tasting. We'll have a picnic lunch here before setting off to Emu Ridge
Eucalyptus Oil Distillery and family-owned Dudley Wines, where you can sprawl out on their lush lawns and take in the incredible views over the ocean - the perfect place to relax and connect with your fellow travellers.

Come late afternoon, arrive at our campsite, aptly named "Happiness". Featuring private access to one of Kangaroo \Island's most stunning beaches - Antechamber Bay, you'll be right at home here for the next two nights. Enjoy some free time to relax or take a walk down to
the beach.

Tonight, roll out your swag underneath the billions of stars of the Milky Way and feel an incredible connection with nature.

Accommodation

• Swag camping at private property

Camping or dorm accommodation will be at Pelican Lagoon Lodge. 

Meals

• Breakfast
• Lunch

Day 2: Kangaroo Island

After breakfast, it's time for an incredible wildlife encounter. Seal Bay is home to the third-largest colony of endangered Australian sea lions, with around 800 calling the bay home. Join a 45-minute tour with the National Parks & Wildlife guides, who know pretty much everything there is to know about these beautiful creatures. Follow a boardwalk through the dunes down to the beach, and on the way, pass sea lions
snoozing or even lying in the middle of the beach path and learn about conservation efforts to save this endangered species.

Next, we'll set our coordinates for the iconic Flinders Chase National Park, located at the northwestern point of the island. This park is renowned for its rock formations, impressive beaches, and abundant wildlife.

At Admirals Arch, wander along a boardwalk as you soak up the serenity and keep your eyes peeled for the resident New Zealand fur seals. Marvel at the Remarkable Rocks, shaped by nature for over 500 million years.

After a full day, head back towards camp for some free time to reflect and relax before dinner.

Today, we drive approximately 340 km.

Meals

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

Day 3: Kangaroo Island to Adelaide

Start the final day of your tour with a morning bush walk not far from camp, and after packing up, we'll bid farewell to Happiness. Along the quiet north coast of the island, find spectacular bird life in the lagoon's shallow, calm waters and trees. Here, we will find a spot to have our final meal together, followed by a nice stroll along the water, looking for the many different species that inhabit the American River. In the warmer months, weave your way through a labyrinth of caves before emerging at the beach voted best in Australia in 2023 – Stokes Bay. If the weather is right, enjoy some free time to snorkel among the rock pools or soak up the surrounding landscape.

The National Trust of South Australia cares for the world's natural and built heritage and relies on the support of volunteers to protect and preserve special places. So, this afternoon, roll up your sleeves for some conservation volunteering at Zelling Reserve—an important wildflower sanctuary preserving native flora on the eastern end of Kangaroo Island. Our activity depends on the time of year but could involve collecting seeds, weeding or planting trees whilst learning from their passionate volunteers.

After a fabulous Kangaroo Island tour, arrive in Penneshaw for your 5.30 pm ferry back to the mainland. Once you arrive in Cape Jervis, your SeaLink bus connection will have you back in Adelaide at 9 pm.

Meals

• Breakfast

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GENERAL

• A moderate fitness level is required, and you need to be prepared for walks between 2-5 kilometres on some days. This may involve rough ground and perhaps getting wet. 
• Please advise of any special dietary requirements when you book. We offer plenty of variety and do our best to provide fresh products. Snacks, soft drinks and alcohol are not included.
• Bags are restricted to 1 × 15 kg backpack/soft travel bag per person, plus one small piece of hand luggage.
• As part of our COVID-Safe protocols, all passengers must complete online check-in, including a ‘Fit for Travel’ self-declaration to confirm they are free from illness. This is mandatory and must be completed at the latest 24 hours before departure.
• This tour requires a minimum of eight people to operate. In the unlikely event your departure is cancelled because minimum numbers have not been met, we will transfer all monies paid onto a future departure date. If this is not suitable, we will refund your tour price in full.

ACCOMMODATION & CAMPING 

• Accommodation is at Pelican Lagoon Lodge. Here you can roll out your swag and camp under the stars in their camping area. Or choose to upgrade to a four-share dorm with shared facilities for two nights at an extra cost of $50 per person. You can add this to your cart on check out.
• Those camping will also have access to the lodge kitchen, bathroom and lounge facilities.
• In wet weather, all passengers will be upgraded to the lodge at no extra cost. If you paid the $50 upgrade fee when booking, this will be refunded to you. This will be the decision of the Guide.
• Planning for our eco-campground is underway, and it will hopefully be ready for guests in 2024. This purpose-built site nestled in lush bushland will feature swag huts, a camp kitchen, firepits, toilets and showers. Therefore the upgrade will only be available until March 2024, as the new site will not have accommodation.
• When camping, we use single swags. Swags are ‘Aussie Bed Rolls’ made from sturdy canvas with a mattress built into the swag. Passengers must provide a sleeping bag and pillow to insert into the swag.
• This is a camping tour, and involvement from the passengers is required. This can include helping with meals and packing up camp.

ITINERARY CHANGES

• Weather conditions in Australia can change quickly, and our experienced guides will always put the safety of our passengers first and stay abreast of weather conditions. 
• Itinerary changes may occur to ensure we provide the best possible experience. For example, if wet or cold, your Guide may change the beach and outdoor activities on Day 1 with indoor food and wine experiences such as visiting the Lavender Farm, Island Beehive for honey tasting and False Cape Wine for wine tasting. Any itinerary changes will be communicated to the group in advance.

Camera supplies on Kangaroo Island are limited. Bring plenty of spare batteries for your camera or video recorder, sunscreen, sun hat, comfortable walking shoes and casual/comfortable clothes also a warm top and a rain jacket can be required any time of year. Do not forget personal medication.

Luggage Limits: Luggage limits are 15kg per person as touring is in small 4WDs. This will require ‘packing down’ to one smaller bag per person. When this is necessary, excess luggage can be stored at your Adelaide accommodation.

• Accommodation – 2 nights swag camping with facilities (Option to upgrade to shared lodge accommodation for $50pp)
• Return ferry Adelaide to Kangaroo Island 
• Return SeaLink bus connection from Adelaide to Cape Jervis 
• All activities and experiences 
• Meals as listed (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners)
• All National Park and entrance fees 
• Storyteller Guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle

Preparing for the trip

Private tours and families

Booking the trip

Who travels with us

Cost and Fees

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