Experience the unspoilt natural luxury of Kangaroo Island

The place where luxury and nature entwine, Kangaroo Island embodies rugged beauty with exclusive experiences.

Bales Beach. Picture: Elliot Grafton

The place where luxury and nature entwine, Kangaroo Island embodies rugged beauty with exclusive experiences. Lying just 13km off the coast of mainland South Australia, the island abounds with native wildlife, both on land and in the ocean. It’s also home to some of the best food and wine in the country, where inspiration, creativity and innovation combine to create award-winning produce that satisfies the soul and the palate.

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Exceptional Kangaroo Island. Picture: Elliot Grafton

Exceptional Kangaroo Island

Sit back, relax and luxuriate in private or small group Kangaroo Island tours led by expert guides and with an endless supply of good food, good wine and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Exceptional Kangaroo Island offers a range of luxury tours with a focus on wildlife, food and wine, landscapes, conservation and more. All tours include gourmet catering. Choose from one or multi-day tours that leave nothing out: from exploring the iconic Flinders Chase National Park to savouring fresh oysters to getting adventurous with ocean rafting and fat-tyre cycling. exceptionalkangarooisland.com

Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari

There is nothing like encountering wildlife in its natural habitat, watching elegant, magnificent, mysterious creatures at work and play. And Kangaroo Island’s waters are teeming with wildlife, from dolphins, seals and whales to eagles and other birdlife. Hop

on board and get set for an unforgettable experience in the pristine waters as you swim and snorkel with wild dolphins, seals and more, while gliding past some of the island’s stunning coastline. Private hire and special charters are also available. kangarooislandoceansafari.com.au

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Hamilton & Dune.

Hamilton & Dune

Encapsulating beach living at its best, Hamilton & Dune houses offer unprecedented access to the white sandy beaches of the pristine Emu Bay. Set on a 4000sqm block on the foreshore, Hamilton House is an entertainer’s dream, with a contemporary kitchen fitted out with top-of-the range appliances, cooking utensils and serving platters, while a BBQ is available for use on the outdoor sundeck. Nestled on the crest of a protected sand dune in a natural bush setting, the circular design of Dune House provides light and views for every room. Step off the deck and straight on to the sand. Enjoy visits from the local wildlife as koalas, wallabies, penguins, echidnas and goannas venture by. hamiltondune.com.au

ONE KI

Offering luxury like no other, this exclusive eco retreat is surrounded by natural beauty. The property features five double king bedrooms, four ensuites, two living areas and multiple decks, all with breathtaking views, while lavish outdoor bath and shower areas overlook the ocean. The Tailored Experience provides three-course dinners prepared by private chefs, full breakfast and refreshments, including local produce and wines. Private access to the idyllic beach is only a few grains of sand away. ​onekangarooisland.com.au

Ecopia Retreat

Immersed in 150 acres of natural wilderness, Ecopia Retreat offers exclusive use of three bespoke retreats – two eco villas and the Ecopia Residence, each graced by sweeping panoramic views of the natural surroundings. Villas include a king-sized bed, large freestanding bath, wood fireplace and fully self-contained kitchen, while the three-bedroom Residence features a spacious master bedroom with 180-degree views and exclusive access to the side deck, the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee while watching the sun rise or a premium Kangaroo Island wine watching it set over the horizon. Guests enjoy exclusive access to the Eleanor River and a rare opportunity to explore the inland beauty of the island. ecopiaretreat.com.au

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Gastronomo The Enchanted Fig Tree. Picture: Elliot Grafton

Gastronomo

There’s magic in the air at Gastronomo, a series of dining events held by Kangaroo Island restaurant The Enchanted Fig Tree through the island’s glorious spring and summer months. Held at a secret location, progressive dining adventure The Feast takes place by an outdoor fire, with guests served foraged produce including traditional First Nations foods. The menu is inspired by Australian landscapes and the local culture and history, with produce from land and sea prepared over fire, coals and smoke. gastronomodining.com.au

Kangaroo Island Spirits

A visit to Australia’s first dedicated gin distillery is guaranteed to put a gin on your face. Traditionally crafted and cleverly balanced to infuse the character of the land, Kangaroo Island Spirits’ range of gins and vodkas has been the recipient of multiple global industry awards. Take a seat in the Gin Garden, packed with native botanicals, to enjoy a tasting flight, take a turn at blending your own gin or join a cocktail masterclass to learn how to make three delicious cocktails using the distillery’s own creations. kangarooislandspirits.com.au

False Cape Wines

Located on the banks of the Willson River on the Dudley Peninsula, Kangaroo Island’s largest vineyard produces premium wines that leave a lasting impression on the soul as well as the palate. Enveloped by vines in the beautiful, 60-acre vineyard, the cellar door – hand built by owners Julie and Jamie Helyar – has become a major attraction for visitors to the island, with large indoor and outdoor tasting spaces, an enclosed lawn and kids nature playground. Wines include riesling, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, shiraz, pinot grigio and more. falsecapewines.com.au