Kangaroo Island 2-Day Tour from Adelaide: Small Group

Fur seals play in the rock pools beneath Admirals Arch while you walk the boardwalk above them.

A 2-day guided tour of Kangaroo Island departing from Adelaide, limited to 8 guests, with ferry crossing, accommodation, meals, and all activities included. The tour covers the island's east and south coasts on day one—Seal Bay, a lighthouse, eucalyptus oil farm and winery—then moves to Flinders Chase National Park on day two for Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, a 4x4 buggy run through Little Sahara where koalas are guaranteed, and Vivonne Bay. Children from age 6 are welcome; gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free meals available on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore the Island’s East & South Coast

• Hear Adelaide city history
• Rest break and snack stop
• Board SeaLink ferry at Cape Jervis
• Take ferry to Kangaroo Island
• Arrive at Kangaroo Island town
• Stop at lookout for photos
• Private guided lighthouse tour
• Lunch and wine tasting at winery
• Guided farm tour and afternoon tea
• Guided walk to see sea lions

Day 2 — West Coast Wonders & Wildlife

• Drive to Flinders Chase National Park
• Visit The Rocks Cafe
• Explore Remarkable Rocks
• Walk to Admirals Arch
• Relax or walk at Vivonne Bay
• 4x4 buggy tour at Little Sahara
• Visit Clifford’s Honey Farm
• Dinner at Penneshaw Pub
• Board ferry to Adelaide

The Experience

The tour starts in Adelaide with a drive to Cape Jervis, where you board the SeaLink ferry to Kangaroo Island. Once you arrive, the guide takes you through the island's east and south coast, stopping at a lighthouse for its history and views, then at a winery for lunch and wine tasting. At Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, you walk the farm to see how the oil is produced sustainably and have afternoon tea in the café. The day ends at Seal Bay Conservation Park, where a guided walk lets you watch sea lions on the shore—they rest and breed here, and in summer you'll often see pups playing in the rock pools.

Day two takes you 45 minutes into Flinders Chase National Park. You stop at The Rocks Cafe inside the visitors centre, then move to Remarkable Rocks, a cluster of granite boulders shaped by 500 million years of wind, sea spray and rain. The golden-orange lichen covering them shifts with the light, making them worth photographing at different times of day. A viewing platform provides access for disabled visitors. From there, a 5-minute drive brings you to Admirals Arch, a natural rock arch carved by the sea. A steep boardwalk with steps at the end leads to a viewing platform where fur seals often play among the rocks below.

After Admirals Arch, you relax at Vivonne Bay on the pristine coastline, then take a 50-minute 4x4 buggy tour through the sand dunes and bush at Little Sahara—koalas are guaranteed on this run. The tour ends at Clifford's Honey Farm, a family-run operation where you learn about the island's protected Ligurian bees, taste the famous honey ice cream, and browse local honey products. Throughout both days, the vehicle is new and premium, the guide is a local driver who knows the island, and the group stays under 8 people. Accommodation is minimum 3.5-star and included in the price.

What’s included

• Ferry crossing to Kangaroo Island.
• pickup from Adelaide and return transport.
• one night accommodation in a minimum 3.5-star hotel.
• all meals and wine tasting.
• guided tours at Seal Bay Conservation Park, Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, and Clifford's Honey Farm.
• a 50-minute 4x4 buggy tour through Little Sahara.
• afternoon tea at the farm café.
• a local driver-guide for the full two days.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Discover Adelaide Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're staying in Adelaide or arriving without a car—the pickup, ferry and accommodation are all arranged, so you step off the bus on Kangaroo Island ready to explore. The small group of 8 or fewer and the local guide who knows every stop mean you move at a pace that lets you linger with the sea lions and watch the light change on the rocks, rather than moving through a checklist.

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Top questions

What wildlife will I actually see on this tour?

Sea lions rest and breed at Seal Bay Conservation Park, where you walk guided among them and often see pups in the rock pools. Fur seals play in the rocks beneath Admirals Arch. The 4x4 buggy tour through Little Sahara guarantees koala sightings in the wild. Kangaroos roam freely through open landscapes across the island.

Does the tour include the ferry from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island?

Yes. The SeaLink ferry crossing from Cape Jervis to Kangaroo Island is included, along with pickup from Adelaide, accommodation for one night, all meals, and every guided activity and attraction.

How much driving and walking is involved each day?

Day one includes a drive to Cape Jervis, the ferry crossing, then guided stops with short walks at the lighthouse, Emu Ridge farm, and Seal Bay. Day two involves a 45-minute drive to Flinders Chase, then walks to Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch (the Admirals Arch boardwalk is steep with steps at the end), a 50-minute 4x4 buggy tour through Little Sahara, and a final stop at Clifford's Honey Farm. The pace is unhurried with no rushing between stops.

Can I bring my 8-year-old on this tour?

Children are welcome from age 6. Specialized infant seats are available if needed. Gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free meal options are available on request, though cross-contamination may occur in food preparation.

What's included in the accommodation and meals?

The tour includes one night in a minimum 3.5-star hotel on Kangaroo Island. All meals are included over the two days. Wine tasting is part of lunch at the winery on day one, and afternoon tea is served at Emu Ridge. Alcohol beyond the wine tasting paddle is not included.

Is this tour suitable if I have limited mobility?

Remarkable Rocks has a viewing platform providing access for disabled visitors. Admirals Arch has a purpose-built boardwalk, though it is steep with steps at the end; if you cannot make the descent, the scenery along the boardwalk itself is still worth the journey. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. Speak with the operator about your specific needs before booking.