Experiences
Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery on Kangaroo Island
A unique Aussie attraction & retail craft gallery that includes tours of the eucalyptus distillery, local produce & art, Café & KI Ciders Cellar Door
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South Coast
Find out what is so unique about the Emu Ridge attraction. Here you can learn how Australian Eucalyptus Oil is made, from the past to the present.
Emu Ridge is perfectly situated for island exploring, just 15 minutes from Kingscote, American River, and Parndana.
Eucalyptus oil was Australia’s first true export overseas and one of Kangaroo Islands major industries. Emu Ridge is now the only remaining commercial eucalyptus oil distillery in South Australia and is proud to have preserved a major part of Kangaroo Island’s heritage and history, producing eucalyptus oil that is unique to the world.
The award-winning Emu Ridge site has an excellent retail outlet that offers an extensive range of local produce, art, craft and historical memorabilia. Emu Ridge manufactures and retails Eucalyptus oil and a large range of associated natural products.
They also offer guided and self-guided tours that take visitors through the distillery.
Emu Ridge has a cafe area that offers meals, light snacks, coffee and drinks. There is also the cellar door where you can try their award-winning Kangaroo Island Cider. They have indoor and two large outdoor eating areas, including a picnic area, which are also available for events. The dining area offers a fully licensed bar.
Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery is a family and pet-friendly venue.
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Kingscote Silo Art
Standing at 25 metres tall and overlooking the township of Kingscote is the mural captivating visitors with the beautiful portrayal celebrating Kangaroo Island wildlife.-
Kingscote
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Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park and Wilderness Protection Area
Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park is located on the southern coast of Kangaroo Island approximately 40 kilometres south west of Kingscote.-
South Coast
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Bay of Shoals Wines Experiences
Bay of Shoals is a coastal winery situated on historic Reeves Farm, one of South Australia’s first settlements and former home to Augustus Reeves.-
Kingscote
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Penneshaw Penguin Centre
The Penneshaw Penguin Centre (PPC) provides tours to educate the public about a very special sea bird found on Kangaroo Island- the little penguin!-
Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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Kangaroo Island Wool
Kangaroo Island Wool sets a new standard in the wool industry with a focus on modern farming practices, animal husbandry, and fine merino wool production.-
Cygnet River
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Curley Creek Hike - Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park
Walkers will not only discover a large range of birdlife but also a variety of vegetation communities.-
South Coast
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Red Banks Beach
The colourful cliffs of Red Banks, 15 minutes north of American River, rank among the island's best-kept secrets.-
American River
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Harveys Return Hike - Flinders Chase National Park
Enjoy oceans views with striking landscapes, but come prepared for steep sections.-
West End
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Remarkable Rocks, Flinders Chase National Park
Perched above the sea in Flinders Chase National Park, the impressive Remarkable Rocks form what appear to be a cluster of precariously balanced granite boulders.-
West End
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Penneshaw Maritime And Folk Museum
The Penneshaw Maritime and Folk Museum is a National Trust Museum situated in Penneshaw on the Dudley Peninsula at the eastern end of Kangaroo Island.-
Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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