Adventurous walking and hiking on Kangaroo Island
Explore the Kangaroo Island Wilderness, trail the scenic terrain, leaving no stone unturned.
Kangaroo Island views are worth the trip. With breathtaking scenery across a whole range of terrains, there's options for casual walkers and serious hikers alike. There are plenty of hiking and bushwalking trails for visitors of all fitness levels.
Challenging walks
Strap on your boots and make your way into Kangaroo Island's intricate network of walking trails. These hikes test the limits of physical strength and mental endurance. However, it is well worth it for the breathtaking views across the pristine wilderness.
Pace yourself
Travel along the Kangaroo Islands coastline, taking in remote beaches, flora and fauna, cliffs and experience the diverse landscapes and wildlife with a memorable encounter at every turn.
Highlights
Discover the beauty, mystery and history by foot along Kangaroo Island's 4500km2 landscape. Kangaroo Island is a 'big island' ensure you allow adequate time to appreciate all that is on offer.
Please consider the possible weather conditions can change very quickly, it is recommended that you always take drinking water, a jacket and a sun hat.
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Three Town Walks
Walking the Dudley Peninsula
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Baudin Conservation Park Ironstone Hill Hike
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensThis hike follows the coast east of Penneshaw along a section of the original bullock track to Cape Willoughby and provides… -
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Cape Willoughby Heritage Trail
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Natural AttractionsA 1.9km self-guided walking trails provide further insight into the lives of the early Lighthouse Keepers and the construction… -
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Fireball Bates Trail
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Historical Sites and Heritage LocationsGeorge Bates, called Fireball because of his red hair, was one of the first settlers to Kangaroo Island. -
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Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Natural AttractionsThe newly developed Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail is now open and already welcoming and amazing visitors of all ages. -
Walking American River
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Prospect Hill
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South Coast
Landmarks and BuildingsClimb the 500 steps to the top of Prospect Hill, the highest point on Kangaroo Island. Enjoy rewarding views of the island. -
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Fish Cannery Walking Trail
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American River
Natural AttractionsA trail through the scrub to the ruins of a fish cannery built in the late 1890s. -
Walking Kingscote
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Aurora Ozone Apartments
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Kingscote
HotelsOverlooking Nepean Bay and located in the heart of Kingscote, Aurora Ozone Apartments are just a three-minute walk from the… -
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Aurora Ozone Hotel
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Kingscote
Apartments, HotelsOzone Hotel is the ideal base for your Kangaroo Island visit. -
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Emu Bay Lavender Farm
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North Coast
Bars, Breweries and Distilleries, Restaurant and Cafe, ProduceEmu Bay Lavender is a farm gate cafe set amongst rows of Lavender. We make and package our extensive range of lavender… -
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Emu Bay Lavender Farm and Gift Shop
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North Coast
Shopping and MarketsPop on into the Emu Bay Lavender Farm and Gift Shop to explore their hand-crafted range of products, merchandise and decor. -
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Island Beehive
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Kingscote
Agri, Mining and Industry, Shopping and MarketsVisit Island Beehive to learn about Ligurian Bees. Kangaroo Island was declared a sanctuary for this docile bee in 1885. -
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Island Beehive Factory Tours
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Kingscote
Food and Wine Tours, CustomisedVisit Island Beehive to learn about Ligurian Bees. Kangaroo Island was declared a sanctuary for this docile bee in 1885. -
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Kangaroo Island Café & Cellar Door Experience at Emu Ridge
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South Coast
Restaurant and Cafe, ProduceNestled in the bush, Emu Ridge Cafe & Cellar Door is a great spot for a quiet breakfast or a great lunch. -
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Kangaroo Island Experiences at Emu Ridge
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South Coast
Sightseeing Tours, Cultural and Theme Tours, Food and Wine Tours, Half Day or LessEmu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery, established in 1991, is a unique and captivating tourist attraction on Kangaroo Island. -
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Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action
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South Coast
Nature and wildlife, Adventure and Outdoors Tours, Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours, Half Day or LessKangaroo Island Outdoor Action offers customers a variety of high quality, action based, outdoor activities with the… -
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Kangaroo Island Spirits
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Cygnet River
Breweries and Distilleries, WineriesKangaroo Island Spirits (KIS) is South Australia's first boutique distillery and was established in 2005. -
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Kangaroo Island Spirits Distillery Experiences
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Cygnet River
Food and Wine Tours, Half Day or Less, CustomisedA Gin and Whisky Distillery with a cellar door, an interpretive garden and a full production unit with experiences and events -
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Kangaroo Island’s Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery
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South Coast
Agri, Mining and IndustryA unique Aussie attraction & retail craft gallery that includes tours of the eucalyptus distillery, local produce & art, Café &… -
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Little Sahara Adventure Centre
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South Coast
Nature and wildlife, Adventure and Outdoors Tours, Sightseeing Tours, Full Day, Half Day or Less, Customised, Walking and Biking ToursKangaroo Island Outdoor Action offers customers a variety of high quality, action based, outdoor activities with the… -
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Penneshaw Pub
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Restaurant and CafeThe Penneshaw Hotel on Kangaroo Island has commanding and uninterrupted views over Backstairs Passage with absolute water… -
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SeaLink Kangaroo Island Ferry
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Ferry ServicesKangaroo Island SeaLink offers a wide range of touring products on Kangaroo Island, including day tours that will take you to… -
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SeaLink Kangaroo Island Tours and Packages
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Nature and wildlife, Sightseeing Tours, Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours, Cultural and Theme Tours, Extended, Full Day, Food and Wine Tours, Walking and Biking ToursKangaroo Island SeaLink offers a wide range of touring products on Kangaroo Island, including day tours that will take you to… -
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Seafront Connect
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Bicycles, Campervans and motorhomes, Cars, Minibuses and coachesDriving around Kangaroo Island is a breeze with Seafront Connect Car Hire, located in Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island. -
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Seafront Holiday Park Kangaroo Island
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Caravan, Camping and Holiday ParksOverlooking beautiful Hog Bay beach, caravan and camping at Kangaroo Island Shores provides an excellent base for your holiday. -
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Seafront Hotel Kangaroo Island
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
HotelsThe Kangaroo Island Seafront has 16 rooms and 12 villas... choose from the 4star Seafront Rooms with spectacular views and… -
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The Kiosk Penneshaw
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
Restaurant and CafeWelcome to “The Kiosk” in Penneshaw - a white-washed, laidback, coastal-friendly take on informal dining with great coffee and… -
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Zone Restaurant Kingscote
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Kingscote
Restaurant and CafeEnjoy the relaxed vibe of Zone Bar & Restaurant, located in the Chapman Building of the Ozone Hotel. -
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Bay of Shoals Wines
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Kingscote
WineriesBay of Shoals Wines offers an authentic Kangaroo Island product, with fruit being Estate-grown, harvested, and made into wine… -
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Bay of Shoals Wines Experiences
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Kingscote
Food and Wine Tours, Half Day or LessBay of Shoals is a coastal winery situated on historic Reeves Farm, one of South Australia’s first settlements and former home… -
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Cordes House
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Kingscote
Holiday HousesCordes House at Bay of Shoals is a self-contained house just 2km from the main town of Kingscote. -
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Dudley Wines
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Penneshaw & Dudley Peninsula
WineriesDudley Wines is a hands-on family business. Established in 1997, Dudley is Kangaroo Island's Pioneer Winery. -
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Ecopia Retreat - Luxury Eco Villas
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South Coast
Bed and Breakfast, Holiday Houses, Retreat and LodgesTwo architecturally designed, secluded and luxurious Eco Villas. In the heart of a 150-acre registered wildlife sanctuary. A… -
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Ecopia Retreat - The Residence
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South Coast
Bed and Breakfast, Holiday Houses, Retreat and LodgesA luxury 3-bedroom retreat in the middle of a registered wildlife sanctuary full of native animals and birds! The perfect… -
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Ecopia Retreat - The Rise
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South Coast
Holiday Houses, Retreat and LodgesA loft-style 2-bedroom luxury retreat nestled in nature, in a private wildlife sanctuary! A true nature immersion for couples,… -
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Exceptional Kangaroo Island - Luxury Small Group and Private Tours
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Cygnet River
Nature and wildlife, Adventure and Outdoors Tours, Cultural and Theme Tours, Extended, Full Day, Food and Wine Tours, Walking and Biking ToursSince 1990 Exceptional Kangaroo Island has offered all inclusive small group day and extended tours of Kangaroo Island,… -
Walking the South Coast
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Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park and Wilderness Protection Area
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South Coast
Natural Attractions, National Parks and ReservesCape Gantheaume Conservation Park is located on the southern coast of Kangaroo Island approximately 40 kilometres south west of… -
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Curley Creek Hike - Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park
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South Coast
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensWalkers will not only discover a large range of birdlife but also a variety of vegetation communities. -
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Bald Hill Walk - Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park
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South Coast
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensBald Hill provides spectacular views overlooking Murray Lagoon and is an ideal spot to observe a variety of wetland birds. -
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Tadpole Cove Walk - Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park
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South Coast
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensThis walk combines unusual coastal scenery with early settlement heritage sites. -
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Beyeria Walk
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South Coast
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensBeyeria Walk is a short stroll through Kangaroo Island Narrow-leaved Mallee with broombush understorey. Beyeria Conservation… -
Walking the West End
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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail
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West End
Natural AttractionsNature's secrets are waiting to be discovered at every step of the five-day trek, on the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail. -
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Ravine Hike
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West End
TrailsExplore the Valley of the Cassowaries, after the now extinct dwarf emu. Take a walk into the valley, and arrive at a secluded… -
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Return Road Hike - Flinders Chase National Park
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West End
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensThis undulating hike follows the lightkeepers’ old cart track which transported suppliers between Harveys Return and Cape Borda. -
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Harveys Return Hike - Flinders Chase National Park
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West End
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensEnjoy oceans views with striking landscapes, but come prepared for steep sections. -
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Platypus Waterholes Walk - Flinders Chase National Park
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West End
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensFlinders Chase National Park is a must for any Kangaroo Island parks adventure. -
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Waterfall Creek Hike - Flinders Chase National Park
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West End
Natural Attractions, National Parks and Reserves, Parks and GardensFlinders Chase National Park is a must for any Kangaroo Island parks adventure. -
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Nature and Wildlife, Food and Wine, Adventure, or Relaxation. Kangaroo Island has it all, and more.
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Island Stays
From seaside holidays to premium luxury Kangaroo Island accommodation. Whether you're in… -
What to do
Come and experience our Island Life. Discover our spectacular nature and wildlife, our stunning… -
Stories
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