Winter is the perfect time to settle in and savour the flavours of Kangaroo Island. This relaxed four-day escape combines cellar door tastings, small-batch spirits, local produce and iconic wildlife experiences. Base yourself in Kingscote and enjoy slow mornings, coastal walks and evenings warming up by the fire after a day of island exploration.
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Day one
Kangaroo Island Wool
Visit the Kangaroo Island Wool showroom or join them on a tour through the wool mill, including a spectacular 360° cinema experience.
Learn about Kangaroo Island how it was formed their Aboriginal and European heritage in a world class and unique way - Make this your first stop before exploring the rest of the island. You will enjoy every step of this journey.
Kangaroo Island Wool, a pioneering South Australian company, sets a new standard in the wool industry with a focus on modern farming practices, animal husbandry, and superfine merino wool production.
What truly distinguishes them is their ambitious move towards on-site, end-to-end manufacturing through a vertical wool mill, focusing on quality and sustainability from scouring to the final product.
Embracing innovation and eco-conscious practices, Kangaroo Island Wool leads the way for environmentally friendly, Australian-made, and high-quality woollen garments.
Discover the unmatched luxury of Kangaroo Island Wool, whether you seek classic knitwear or stylish accessories, embrace the warmth and style of Kangaroo Island Wool, where a passion for sustainability and fashion meet to create the ultimate in comfort and style.
Visit the retail showroom any time or book online to experience their captivating mill tour.Kangaroo Island Spirits
Kangaroo Island Spirits (KIS) is South Australia's first boutique distillery and was established in 2006. Kangaroo Island Spirits produce a range of high-quality liqueurs and spirits, emphasising local and native ingredients.
While Gin is their passion,they also produce a variety of liqueurs and vodkas and have just commenced their world-class whisky program. All the products are handmade in small batches using hand-crafted copper pot stills. KIS' products have received international awards in London, New York, San Francisco and Hong Kong. Products are available online and in discerning local restaurants and outlets. (See website for more details).
Their cellar door is open seven days, and offer a range of highly curated experiences, including Premium Guided Tastings, Cocktail Masterclasses, and a very popular Gin-Blending Master Class.Springs Road Kangaroo Island
Springs Road runs East-West across the Northern part of Kangaroo Island, South Australia. Spring Road Vineyard was established in 1994 on a small sheep property about 7km west of Kingscote.
Springs Road Wines is owned and operated by Joch Bosworth and Louise Hemsley-Smith from McLaren Vale’s Battle of Bosworth Wines.
Wines are 100% estate-grown and hand-made from the low-yielding vines which are now well over 20 years old.
The Springs Road wine label is adapted from Louis Freycinet’s 1808 map of Southern Australia ‘Terre Napoléon.’
They make small volumes of Chardonnay, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and a Cabernet Sauvignon/ Shiraz blend.
Their Kangaroo Island wines are available at their cellar door (and online) located off Springs Road but accessed opposite 761 Playford Highway (just up from Frog and Roses Cafe), in Cygnet River.Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island
Perfectly positioned along the picturesque foreshore of Kingscote, Ozone Hotel offers an unrivalled location on one of South Australia's most pristine coastlines.
Wake to sweeping views over Nepean Bay, savour fresh local flavours at our waterfront Parsons Restaurant, enjoy a cocktail in Winch Bar and step straight into the relaxed coastal charm of Kangaroo Island.
As the ideal base for your island adventure, Ozone Hotel provides accommodation to suit every traveller – from stylish boutique rooms (many with breathtaking ocean views) to spacious self-contained one- and two-bedroom apartments and indulgent penthouses.
Whether you're here for a romantic escape, a family holiday, or a trip with friends, you'll be within easy reach of the island's incredible wildlife, rugged landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. Discover the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and coastal beauty at Ozone Hotel – your gateway to Kangaroo Island. -
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Day two
Clifford's Honey Farm
Clifford’s Honey Farm is Dave and Jenny Clifford’s family business with three generations currently working at the farm situated at Elsegood Road, Haines, Kangaroo Island.
Home of Jenny's Famous Honey Ice-Cream
Farm Gate Shop: Open 7 days, 9am to 5pm (Closed Christmas Day only).
Guided tours through the extracting shed available daily at 1pm. Book online or contact us.
For Tour Operators: Group bookings available with flexible times. Contact us to arrange dates and times. Phone 08 8553 8295.
Dave started with a couple of hives as a hobby in 1973. During the late 1980’s when the wool prices dropped, Dave and Jenny diversified their sheep farm by expanding the honey business. They opened the farm gate shop in 1993.
The family runs the honey production business and farm gate.
They are open daily operating their farm gate store and free entry to bee information display room.
Free honey tastings are available.
The online shop is available, and you will find a selection of their quality honey and a range of products they can mail order.
Their facilities also include ramps and disabled access toilets.Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery on Kangaroo Island
Emu Ridge eucalyptus distillery offers visitors a unique insight into one of Australia's earliest industries.
Visitors can discover how eucalyptus oil is made, from early island history through to modern production. Eucalyptus oil was Australia's first true export and once a major industry on Kangaroo Island. Emu Ridge preserves an important part of the island's heritage while producing eucalyptus oil that is unique to the world.
Located just 15 minutes from Kingscote, American River and Parndana, Emu Ridge is an easy stop while exploring the island.
Guided and self-guided tours take visitors through the distillery, sharing the distillation process and the many traditional and modern uses of eucalyptus oil.
The site includes a well-established retail store offering locally made eucalyptus oil and natural products, along with a great range of Kangaroo Island produce, art, craft and historical memorabilia.
The onsite café serves breakfast and lunch & coffee. Indoor dining, two large outdoor areas and a picnic space provide relaxed settings for visitors and events. A fully licensed bar is also available.
Visitors can enjoy a tasting cellar door experience featuring Emu Ridge's own eucalyptus vodka and gin, as well as the award-winning Kangaroo Island ciders.
Emu Ridge eucalyptus distillery is a family-owned, family and pet-friendly attraction offering an authentic Kangaroo Island experience that combines history, food, drink and nature.Bay of Shoals Estate
Bay of Shoals is a coastal winery situated on historic Reeves Farm, one of South Australia's first European settlements and former home to Augustus Reeves, the first postmaster on Kangaroo Island. The winery, which was recently rated a 4.5 star winery in the 2023 Halliday Wine Companion, was established by Dr John Willoughby in 1993.
The first vines were planted on the hillsides in 1993 and the riesling vines are thought to be the closest to the sea in the Southern Hemisphere, at just 30 metres from the waters edge.
Bay of Shoals Estate offers an authentic Kangaroo Island product, with fruit being Estate-grown, harvested, and made into wine on site at the property. The estate has over fifteen hectares of established vines producing ten grape varieties that benefit from a true maritime climate, which enhances the fruit flavours.
Their wines offer a refined elegant style reflecting the natural fruit characters of each grape variety.
Bay of Shoals Estate vineyard, winery and cellar door offer spectacular views
platter- style lunches, online bookable experiences, cellar door tastings and wine sales – all just five minutes from Kingscote.Emu Bay Lavender Farm and Gift Shop
Pop on in to the Emu Bay Lavender Farm and Gift Shop to explore their hand-crafted range of products, merchandise and decor, also featuring the best of small local businesses from around Kangaroo Island. Explore the working Lavender Farm for yourself and then come on into the cafe to taste their Lavender Gin and Limoncello, and then kick back and relax with a lavender scone and refreshing cocktail. Don't forget to grab a few bottles of your favourite KI wines and some local produce to take back to your accommodation!Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island
Perfectly positioned along the picturesque foreshore of Kingscote, Ozone Hotel offers an unrivalled location on one of South Australia's most pristine coastlines.
Wake to sweeping views over Nepean Bay, savour fresh local flavours at our waterfront Parsons Restaurant, enjoy a cocktail in Winch Bar and step straight into the relaxed coastal charm of Kangaroo Island.
As the ideal base for your island adventure, Ozone Hotel provides accommodation to suit every traveller – from stylish boutique rooms (many with breathtaking ocean views) to spacious self-contained one- and two-bedroom apartments and indulgent penthouses.
Whether you're here for a romantic escape, a family holiday, or a trip with friends, you'll be within easy reach of the island's incredible wildlife, rugged landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. Discover the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and coastal beauty at Ozone Hotel – your gateway to Kangaroo Island. -
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Day three
Seal Bay
As Kangaroo Island's premier tourist attraction, the award-winning Seal Bay offers visitors an unforgettable wildlife experience.
Set your own pace on the 800 metre wheelchair accessible boardwalk which meanders through the dunes to a number of viewing platforms. Boardwalk tour tickets can be purchased on-site at the Seal Bay Visitor Information centre. The boardwalk tour can be taken at any time while the park is open from 9am with the last entry at 4pm.
For beach access to the sea-lion colony, join a guided tour to learn more about the amazing lives of these endangered animals with an experienced guide. There will be plenty of time for photos as the sea lions shelter in the dunes, rest on the sand or surf in the ocean. This tour can be booked online up to nine hours before tour departure.
Seal Bay is a 45-minute drive from Kingscote.Vivonne Bay General Store and Bottle Shop
We are located on the beautiful South Coast of Kangaroo Island. We have the famous KI Whiting Burger, plus offer other great food and coffee to enjoy in a relaxed and friendly environment in our new dining areas.
We also stock essential supplies such as fruit, veg, meat, milk, bread, fishing gear and fuel. Our whole venue is licensed for you to enjoy a drink either dine in or take away.Kelly Hill Caves
Ready to step back in time? Kelly Hill Caves has reopened with a brand-new visitor experience.
An audio-visual tour featuring narration and a dynamic light display will provide visitors with an immersive experience through the history of the caves.
The experience starts with a guided above-ground walk. Here, you learn about the caves’ history and view new interpretive signage, setting the stage for the underground adventure.
Visited before? The tour offers fresh insights for both new and returning visitors.
About Kelly Hill Caves
Around two million years ago the sea was constantly changing between its present level and 125 metres lower, intermittently exposing the continental shelf. It was at this time that the dunes of Kelly Hill were formed as calcareous shell fragments from the exposed sea bed were windblown and deposited on the island’s south and west coast. Over a long period of time these dunes hardened into a porous limestone that is shaped by the action of percolating rainwater.
At Kelly Hill this has given rise to an underground labyrinth of sinkholes and caverns thought to extend for kilometres. Nature has again created some of its finest work here, with caves full of beautiful yet fragile stalagmites, stalactites, helictites and towering columns that transport visitors to another world.Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
Welcome to Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately-owned conservancy focused on providing habitat for native animals to live in the wild. The 5000 acre Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the western end of Kangaroo Island, between the Kelly Hill Caves Conservation Park and the Flinders Chase National Park. It is bordered by over 100,000 acres of protected wilderness lands and the Great Southern Ocean.
Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is pleased to offer you self-contained cabins with truly spectacular wilderness views of the beautiful turquoise waters of Hanson Bay.
They also offer guided nocturnal tours and guided daytime walks of the Sanctuary so you can experience Australian native marsupials up "close and personal".
The Koala Walk is open every day (except Christmas) and is recognised as the best place on Kangaroo Island to see a sustainable population of Koalas in the wild.
The Sanctuary is also a bird watchers paradise - with resident Blue Wrens, Lorikeets, Crimson Rosellas, Black Cockatoos, Bush Stone-Curlews, Crescent Honey-eaters, and Cape Barren Geese.
They are for pre-booked guided tours only. Tours run most days at 10.30 am, 2.30 pm and sunset. See website for details. Please call or text for last-minute availability. -
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Day four
Millie Mae's Pantry
Here at Mille Mae's Pantry, they strive to offer a welcoming space for all where people can rest, recharge, and connect over delicious food made with fresh local ingredients.
Whether you're craving a perfectly crafted panini, a comforting slice of house-made cake, or a little browse in the shop stocked with artisanal Kangaroo Island products, the Millie Mae's team invites you to join them in the garden or on their cosy deck.
They proudly serve some of the best coffee on the island and are passionate about creating a memorable experience for every guest, so you'll keep coming back for more.Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail
The Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail is the region's leading cultural art attraction, owned and managed through the work of community volunteers.
The trail's sculptures capture the unique story of Kangaroo Island, its natural environment and its community, providing a unique cultural experience for visitors and residents alike.
Located in the heart of the coastal village of Penneshaw, just a few minute's walk from the Penneshaw Jetty, opposite beautiful Hog Bay Beach, The Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail is a fun, free and family-friendly experience offering original artwork in a beautiful native setting.
Come for a wander through the stunning trail, following the contours of the natural environment. Explore the many surprises, scenic lookouts, ancient vegetation and the stunning ravine walls.
Your donation to the trail helps our volunteers grow our trail's art collection.
The trail is 1.5 kms in length; an easy walk but with some steps so is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs.
The trail is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Trail markers with maps are situated within the trail to help you select your route. -
That's a wrap
After four days of indulgent food, exceptional local drinks and unforgettable wildlife encounters, you will understand why winter is one of Kangaroo Island’s best-kept secrets. It is a season made for slowing down, sharing meals and enjoying the simple pleasures.
