Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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The sanctuary is famous for its biodiversity and is the best place in Australia to see a colony of healthy wild koalas living in the wild. Our other abundant species usually seen every day include tammar wallaby, kangaroo, echidna and cape barren geese and many species of birds.
Bring your camera, water bottle and binoculars.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
If you arrive on KI by cruise ship have you booked a rental car?
What To Expect
Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
Take a guided walk through the sanctuary and observe the amazing and beautiful Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, cape barren geese and other species. Learn about the bush fire and the survival techniques used by these amazing animals.
Options
Guided Koala Walk and Bushfire ecology tour
What‘s Included
Parking Fees
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous Wildlife and Eco Experience
923AnneG,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the afternoon tour. It was the best 90 minute wild life encounter. Our Guide Seth, has lived on the Island all his life. He knows exactly where to find the wildlife and he shared a lot of his knowledge with us. We saw many Koalas, Kangaroos and Tammar Wallabies. Seth also pointedcout many species of plants and fungi. The highlight of our tour was when a young female Koala crossed the track right in front of us, stopping to drink from a puddle on the way. After the walking part of the tour, Seth drove us out to the part of the property where the many Cape Barren Geese Breed and nest. It was wonderful to watch their natural behaviours. Thank you for a great afternoon.
Loved this peaceful slice of the west coast
lianam662,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had Seth as our guide and he found many Koalas, kangaroos and more including a pair of glossy black red tailed cockatoos! Even during the day there was plenty to see and explore!
Amazing tour - a must if you want to see koalas!
katrinamK3717QK,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must when visiting Kangaroo Island! On the recommendation of Kangaroo Island Trails, I did a tour of the property that was led by Tom. The property itself is beautiful - we were lucky to see numerous koalas, kangaroos, a black swan, red tailed black cockatoo and the cape barren geese. Not only were the wildlife sightings incredible but Tom’s passion for the wildlife and the property made the tour. I enjoyed the tour so much that I signed up for the sunset tour the following day which was led by Seth. It was incredible to visit the property at night - again we saw many koalas but it was very special to see the koalas so active. We also saw a possum which I hadn’t yet seen. Similarly to Tom, Seth’s knowledge of the wildlife was great. I loved both tours and will visit again when I return to Kangaroo Island!
Learned a lot
Frederick K,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tom, the tour guide was prompt on time very friendly and did an amazing job of locating and pointing out koalas hidden in the trees as well as kangaroos and geese. Tom also gave us narrative of the forest fire that destroyed much of the island in 2019. Definitely would recommend.
Great learning experience in KI
S5678SQfredk,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tom was prompt, courtous, and knowledgeable. He took us around the sanctuary grounds and pointed out 7 or 8 Koala's up on the trees. We also ran into some kangaroos, wallabies and Cape Baron geese. Tomalso told us many facts about the ecology of plans in the sanctuary as well as the devastating effects of the bush fire of 2019. All in all we really learned a lot and enjoyed our 90 minutes of the tour. Definitely recommend.
Let’s meet local koalas and kangaroos
Christiane R,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Seth, our great KI born guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable passing a lot of interesting facts about the local koala and kangaroo population. We went by foot and by car through the NP and had a great time with about 8 other people. Great tour, highly recommended!!
Great tour
947kathia,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Max was polite, informative, and excited to share his knowledge. Great experience and learning about koalas, kangaroos , wallabies and the sanctuary. Wonderful experience
Informative and enjoyable...
Ruth S,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Informative and enjoyable walk. Saw several koalas in their natural habitat. Our guide was Seth, a young born and bred Kangaroo Islander who obviously enjoyed his job. It's great seeing local youngsters employed on the Island.
Top tour!
Odyssey41744324005,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really exceptionally nice, cozy, informative. Lots of facts that really come from a connoisseur. And of course a lot of wildlife seen. Highly recommended!
very nice natural tour
xiaochunc2017,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the 10:30 am tour with Max, and it was fantastic! He is very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned a lot about koalas and birds from him. We saw plenty of koalas, and even a big male kangaroo jumped past us to the pond to drink, a beautiful sight! We really enjoyed this tour
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