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Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island voted No. 1
KANGAROO Island has been voted best island in the Asia Pacific
by a panel of more than 500 experts for the top US travel
magazine,
National Geographic Traveler.
Comments from the judges included describing Kangaroo Island as pristine. "Recent tourism development has been sensitive to the environment, and some of the natural areas on the island are still in excellent condition," one judge said.
South Australia's Premier, Mike Rann, said Kangaroo Island was widely regarded overseas as Australia's version of the famed Galapagos Islands, with easy access to native wildlife and spectacular forms of nature. "The island's natural attractions are now being packaged together with its world-class food and wine to create an incredible holiday experience." |
About Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island was discovered by English explorer Matthew Flinders, and it was he who named the Island after the large
number of native Kangaroos they saw on landing. Today, farming, fishing, agriculture and tourism are thriving industries, and
Kangaroo Island has some of the most stunning and unspoilt coasts and well presented National Parks and Conservation Parks
in Australia. There are many old buildings, light houses, museums, memorials and relics which portray the rich history of Kangaroo
Island. Sunken ships can be spotted on diving expeditions testifying to the dangerous waters and the risks taken to settle Australia.
Fishing on Kangaroo Island
If you love fishing, then Sea Dragon is the place to be. You can cast your line from the Pink Bay Beach,
from one of the
many
jetties
on Kangaroo Island or charter a
deep-sea fishing boat.
Kangaroo Island offers excellent fishing spots for all to enjoy.
King George Whiting abound in Kangaroo Island's pristine waters and are arguably Australia's best table fish.
An abundance of sight-seeing opportunities
As well as the places detailed on our Kangaroo Island Tours page, there is a wealth of things to see and do. You can visit Snug Cove, Pennington Bay, Grassdale Conservation Park, Parndana Wildlife Park, Stokes Bay, Lathami Conservation Park, Snellings Beach, Platypus Waterholes Walk, Snake Lagoon, Rocky River, Sandy Creek, Breakneck River, Murray Lagoon, d'Estrees Bay, Eucalyptus Distillery, Island Pure Sheep Dairy, Honey Farm, The Eastern Region, Penneshaw, Dudley Wines, and Antechamber Bay.
Wendy and Lisa can provide information and arrange private tours for you to make sure
your Kangaroo Island Bed and Breakfast stay is unforgettable.
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