Kangaroo Island in a Day Tour from Adelaide

Overview

Available languages

English

16 hours

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Make the most of a day trip to Kangaroo Island on a full-day guided tour that takes in the highlights of this unspoiled natural paradise. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park, Vivonne Bay, Flinders Chase National Park, Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch among other spots to see native animals including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidnas, long-nosed fur seals and more. Travel by coach and ferry to reach Kangaroo Island for a truly exceptional Australian wildlife experience. It's the best option for a comprehensive day trip to the island from Adelaide.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Please wear comfortable walking shoes

Please bring light jacket and sun protection

Selected Adelaide CBD Hotels pick up & drop off available on request

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Penneshaw

This morning enjoy your scenic coach transfer to Cape Jervis to meet the ferry for your 45 minute trip to Kangaroo Island. On arrival into Penneshaw, meet your coach and driver to begin your tour.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Seal Bay Conservation Park

At Seal Bay, you will be taken down onto the beach by a Parks Interpretive Officer to see the Australian sea lions close-up - swimming in the surf or basking in the sand.

45 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Travel by air-conditioned coach with expert commentary by local driver/guide

Flinders Chase National Park including the iconic Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch

Seal Bay Guided Beach Walk

2-course lunch

Visit Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

Options

Roundtrip Cruise

Roundtrip cruise to Kangaroo Island. Depart at 6:45am. Return approx. 10:40pm

Reviews

4.41

735 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

454

188

A day at Kangaroo Island
Clare A,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A very long day but definitely worth it. Lots to see. We were lucky as it rained a little so the kangaroos came out to drink by the roadside which was excellent. Our tourist guide was very knowledgeable and the whole day was very interesting and informative.
There are long stretches...
RClarissa H,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
There are long stretches where no food or water is provided. If prepared, this would not have been a problem but I did not know and so had not brought my own supplies.
Worth the Long Day
Jim B,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
I loved this experience, even though it involved a very long day. The drive there and ferry ride were very nice. I live in California USA which also has a dry summer Mediterranean Climate, it reminded me of California in early August. Our tour guide, Dani was excellent! She took us to some beautiful places, showed us lots of the interesting wildlife and rock formations on the island. I loved her personalized stories of growing up on Kangaroo Island. The one bad experience I had was the bus ride from Cape Jervis back to the Chancellor Hotel in Adelaide. I was unaware that there are two Chancellor hotels in Adelaide, one on Currie Street and one on Hindley Street where I was staying. When I asked the bus driver which one was the correct stop for me so I wouldn't miss my stop, he was rude and condescending to me, said "I already told you three times"!
A very, very long day on...
Jonathan D,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00
A very, very long day on busses although probably the best way to experience the island if you don’t have multiple days.
Awesome tour
Sergio O,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience, very fun and interesting tour. All the places were absolutely beatiful, the driver so much fun
Amazing guide
Naweichi T,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Dani, was exceptional and did an amazing job of making sure we got the most out of our exploration of Kangaroo Island.
Late bus arrival caused stress before we even left Adelaide.
Q3075HAcraigh,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The tour around the island was very good with a knowledgeable guide / bus driver. Lunch was nice. It is a very long day but worth it. We had to meet at the Adelaide bus depot for a strict 6:45 departure but the bus driver didn't show up until 7am, there was no one there to ask if anything was wrong so we all had to wait not knowing if we were in the correct place and if the tour was going ahead. We arrived at the ferry terminal with only 10 minutes to spare so luckily there were no hold ups along the way.
Kangaroo island is a must see!
Scenic16090708687,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A wonderful day with lots of sightseeing and new experiences. One of the highlights was our amazing bus driver, Richard. He was amazing and really topped the experience by sharing all of his knowledge about kangaroo island. Really amazing experience.
Kangaroo island day trip ending in disaster
laurafW3974NA,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
After an admittedly wonderful day tour of the island and all its amazing areas, we were left completely dissatisfied with our service with sea link following the outbreak of a local fire which stranded us away from home. We were helped with securing accommodations (which we paid for) and then received NO notifications from the company. We were completely abandoned on our own to find our way home. Keep this in mind, if you want to book a trip with them and you are not local to the area.
Kangaroo Island: don't miss it!
Richard F,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a full and action-packed day. We'll worth it, but be prepared for a 16+ hour day if you're doing the return trip from Adelaide. Lots of time for resting too though, while on the bus or ferry and a great restaurant-based lunch was included. 🙂 Driver: Richard was a wealth of local information!