EXPLORE KANGAROO ISLAND

Guided tours allow you to get closer to the island’s fascinating wildlife. There are opportunities to spot Kangaroos, Wallaby, Possum, Echidna, Bandicoot, many different species of bat and frog, Sea-lion and Fur-seal. The koala, platypus and Ringtail Possum are introduced species and still thrive today.

Many walking trails are available and are a great way to combine a pleasant walk in natural bushland with the opportunity to see wildlife. Many of the animal species found on Kangaroo Island are most active at night. Nocturnal tours are available across the Island.

Kangaroo Island's most famous attraction is Seal Bay Conservation Park on the south coast, the permanent home to a colony of approximately 500 rare Australian Sea-lions. They loll about on the sands and in the dunes, nurture their young and recover from days at sea. Gaze at the young from the boardwalks and have a close encounter with these extraordinary giants of the sea.

In Flinders Chase National Park the rugged coastline is spectacular, and acacias, banksias and tea-trees grow right down to secluded beaches. The coast provides a haven for many fur seals, sea lions, sea eagles, osprey and numerous other species of wildlife. The undisturbed forest and grassland is home to kangaroos, wallabies, brush tailed possums, echidnas, goannas and the elusive platypus. Koalas are also very abundant on the Island, and it is one of the few places in Australia that visitors can see them in the wild.

A visit to Kangaroo Island is not complete without seeing the Little Penguins that make their nests in the sand hills and rock faces around Penneshaw and Kingscote. The only species to breed in Australian waters, these penguins wait until dusk before coming ashore. Although penguins can be seen year round they are in their greatest numbers between April and October.

No trip to South Australia is complete without a visit to Australia's Galapagos, Kangaroo Island.

Southern Ocean Lodge

Southern Ocean Lodge is Kangaroo Island’s first luxury lodge, overlooking a dramatic section of coastline. Sensitive to the environment, the Lodge will allow visitors to experience the coastal wilderness and plentiful wildlife - for which Kangaroo Island is renowned - in impeccable style. Southern Ocean Lodge is sure to be an architectural attraction in its own right, designed to float on the landscape, where every consideration has been given to navigating the fine balance between nature, comfort and contemporary style.

During your stay at Southern Ocean Lodge, all sightseeing, meals and drinks are included. For a short period of time only we are offering you a great offer you simply cannot refuse.

Perched atop a dramatic cliff location, all twenty-one contemporary suites will impart modern luxury with a clean uncluttered design providing warmth and intimacy with the majestic views just beyond reach.

Resident naturalist staff will be on hand to provide guided coastal adventures and interpretive presentations. The area abounds with pursuits from the energetic to the sublimely relaxed… an exploratory coastal trek, a spot of beach fishing, gourmet food and wine tours and at night’s fall, star gazing beneath the heavens.

Southern Ocean Lodge is destined as Australia’s leading example of sustainable tourism accommodation. Its unique location, stunning views, contemporary environmental design, locally sourced food and beverages, personalised interpretative activities and signature wellness spa will ensure its status as a South Australian icon.

During your stay at Southern Ocean Lodge, all sightseeing, meals and drinks are included. In addition for anyone staying a minimum of 3 nights a special offer is available which you simply cannot refuse; Bolinger champagne on arrival, a private full day Exceptional Kangaroo Island tour and a AU100.00 per adult to spend on any treatment at the signature wellness spa. (Offer valid until 31-03-09)