Experiences
Penneshaw Market
Penneshaw Markets is a showcase for local artists, gardeners, growers, authors, photographers, artisans, and small-scale food producers in a social village atmosphere.
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Penneshaw Markets is a showcase for local artists, gardeners, growers, authors, photographers, artisans, and small-scale food producers in a social village atmosphere.
Stay for an Island specialty lunch in the scenic backdrop of our town Oval or visit the local cafes and restaurants for a freshly prepared meal.
Spend a lazy afternoon on the beach or enjoy one of the many walks around Penneshaw including Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail, Wallaby Track, Ironhill hike and the Walking Penneshaw guide. Visit the Maritime Museum to learn of the early settlers and their pioneer life styles.
Penneshaw Market Days are held the first Sunday of every month, plus Easter Sunday, from October – April as well as to welcome every cruise ship arrival. Discount ferry fares apply for walk on market day travel.
In the event of adverse weather, the market falls back to Penneshaw Hall which is adjacent the Oval.
Additional markets may be scheduled during the recess period. Information is available on the Penneshaw Market Facebook page.
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Baudin Conservation Park Ironstone Hill Hike
This hike follows the coast east of Penneshaw along a section of the original bullock track to Cape Willoughby and provides views across Backstairs Passage
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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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.
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South Coast
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Stokes Bay Beach
Voted Australia's Best Beach in 2023, Stokes Bay, located on Kangaroo Island's north coast, is protected from the pounding surf by a giant rockpool.
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North Coast
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Strawbridge Point
Strawbridge Point lies directly opposite the American River settlement and forms the sandy eastern side of the inlet.
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action
Adventure awaits with Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action — experience quad biking, sandboarding, kayaking, and more in the island’s wild and rugged landscapes.
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South Coast
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Art by Design Kangaroo Island
Art by Design showcases the art work of award winning, established and emerging artists in an exclusive blend of the best island inspired artwork.
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Kingscote
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Fireball Bates Trail
George Bates, called Fireball because of his red hair, was one of the first settlers to Kangaroo Island.
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
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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.
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Kingscote
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Kool Tours
Come along with Kool Tours and gain an understanding of the history and knowledge of the local Tribes of southern South Australia.
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MacGillivray Post Office | Emu Ridge
Emu Ridge is proud to preserve the history of the MacGillivray Post Office offering a glimpse into the past and celebrating South Australia's postal heritage.
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South Coast
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