Kangaroo Island
Drive to Cape Jervis (secure and free Council car parking available) or depart Adelaide for a scenic coach journey to Cape Jervis taking in the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula with its vineyards, coastal views, and rolling hills. On arrival, board the SeaLink Kangaroo Island ferry for the 45-minute crossing to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island.
On arrival in Penneshaw, meet your local Driver/Guide to begin your island experience. Firstly you will visit Frenchman’s Rock, named by members of Nicolas Baudin’s crew on the ship Le Geographe in 1803. Visit the Chapman River Bridge at Antechamber Bay on your way to the Cape Willoughby Lighthouse. Kangaroo Island is home to some 250 species of birds, many of which, through isolation from the mainland, have developed their own subspecies and are therefore unique to Kangaroo Island. As you travel the island keep an eye out for echidnas, wallabies, goannas, and the elusive glossy-black cockatoo.
Enjoy lunch and wine tasting at the beautiful False Cape Wines Cellar Door. This new and unique Cellar Door is made from recycled wood, jetty timber, and limestone sourced from the property, and overlooks the surrounding vineyards. Continue to American River via stunning Pennington Bay for an informative tour of The Oyster Farm Shop where you’ll see a shucking demonstration and even get the chance to taste some seafood. The next stop is Kangaroo Island Spirits (KIS), Australia’s first boutique Gin distillery established in 2006. Gin is their passion with an emphasis on using local and native ingredients. Enjoy a sampling of their Gins, with an opportunity to purchase from their range of Gins, Vodkas, and Liqueurs. Your day concludes back at your accommodation in time to relax and enjoy dinner at your leisure (own expense).
Inclusions
- Frenchman’s Rock, Antechamber Bay & Cape Willoughby Lighthouse
- Lunch and wine tasting at False Cape Wines Cellar Door
- Pennington Bay
- Learn about the farming of oysters on a guided tour at The Oyster Farm Shop in American River
- Sample a selection of Gins at KI Spirits