This cool season, step off the mainland and into something beautifully unexpected. Kangaroo Island is different in winter. Wilder. Quieter. More soulful. The summer crowds are gone, and what remains is raw beauty, warm fires, rich food, wild coastlines and moments that linger.
Only in Winter
We're bringing you a seasonal collection of exclusive experiences, tailored to make the most of Kangaroo Island in its most unexpected season. Think exclusive offers, seasonal flavours and cosy island stays - all designed to slow you down, draw you in and warm you up.
The Winter Edit is your invitation to explore a wilder, quieter Kangaroo Island: intimate cellar doors, tucked-away trails, wildlife without the crowds, and crackling fireside moments you’ll talk about long after the season ends.
Only in winter. Only on Kangaroo Island.
Locals of the season
Meet the makers, guides, growers and characters who give winter its flavour on Kangaroo Island. These are their stories: raw, real and full of heart. From hands in windswept vineyards to produce-led kitchens, from forest dwellers who hold space for stillness to those who craft comfort by the sea - discover the people who shape the season from within.
Because no one lives winter like the locals do.
Itineraries
From slow mornings by the fire to starry nights under open skies, these handpicked itineraries are your guide to doing winter, Island-style. Curated for the season and designed to warm the soul, each journey blends local flavour, unexpected encounters and moments of stillness - perfect for those who wander with intention.
Whether you're here for a weekend or a while, let the season lead.
Win an In Season Escape!
This winter, two lucky couples from South Australia will win an unforgettable Kangaroo Island getaway: a luxurious, cool-season experience that invites you to slow down, reconnect and restore . Choose your preferred adventure! Entries close 27th February 2026, 11:59PM ACDT.
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Win a 5-Night Coastal Escape
Win a cosy coastal holiday for two featuring seaside stays, local flavours, and a behind-the-scenes distillery experience - the ultimate winter escape on Kangaroo Island.
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Win a 2-Night Luxe Wilderness Retreat
Win a luxurious winter retreat for two on Kangaroo Island, including a stay in an eco-villa, a guided Forest Alchemy experience with hot tub, sauna and forest bathing, and a session with a sleep specialist – all set amongst the island’s wild landscape.
Winter Edits
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The Ozone Winter Residency
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Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island
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The Spirits Forecast
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Kangaroo Island Spirits Distillery Experiences
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The Slow Sanctuary: A Winter Sleep Retreat at Ecopia
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Ecopia Retreat - Luxury Eco Villas
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Whiskey By The Fire (with KI Spirits)
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Penneshaw Pub
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Forest Alchemy: contrast therapy and a 3 course meal
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Island Alive Forest Escape
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Taste Wine Where it Grows - Vineyard Guided Walk
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False Cape Wines Cellar Door
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Seaside & Soulful: Winter at the Ozone Hotel
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Distilled in Winter: Kangaroo Island Spirits
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Held by the wild: Winter at Ecopia Retreat
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Simply sweet Kangaroo Island experiences
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Wine Time on Island Time
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3 Day Winter Long Weekender
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Discover the Cellar Doors
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Ultimate Days on Kangaroo Island
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The Best of Kangaroo Island
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So come. Get close to nature, and even closer to yourself.