5 days of Kangaroo Island and Adelaide

Get a different perspective of the city during a RoofClimb experience over the Adelaide Oval. Expect 360-degree views of the iconic sporting complex, across Adelaide’s beaches and the surrounding foothills.

Adelaide’s coastline offers the best of both city and beach life. Explore Adelaide’s string of irresistible beaches to surf, swim and snorkel. Plus, beachside restaurants make al fresco dining easy to find.

If you’re looking for an introduction to the flavours of the region, then look no further than the Adelaide Central Market. Shop for seasonal produce, small goods, sweet treats and ready-to-eat delicacies.

Get your cultural fix at the South Australian Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal cultural artefacts. You’ll find endless wonders over five distinct levels. Plus, entry is free.

Toast to your first day in Adelaide at one of the city’s rooftop bars. Many sit atop the city's hotels, making them super convenient. Live music, colourful cocktails and dramatic sunsets come together for an epic evening.

On your way to Kangaroo Island, stop at McLaren Vale to sip wine at picturesque vineyards. Stop by famous wineries, such as the bizarre form of d’Arenberg Cube, and spot kangaroos hopping between the vines.

Unleash your inner child at Little Sahara desert. The vast stretch of sand is perfect for a heart-pumping activity, like surfing down the dunes on a sandboard or toboggan. Or, sit back and let a professional zip over the sand in a buggy.

Hit the island’s scenic trails on a sunset quad bike safari tour, looking out for roaming wildlife including kangaroos and koalas. You’ll visit places otherwise inaccessible and admire the view of the Southern Ocean from the top of a cliff.

The epitome of luxury, Southern Ocean Lodge sits like a crowing jewel on the clifftops of Kangaroo Island. Expect grand suites with incredible views, a beautiful spa and delicious local meals at the in-house restaurant.

The bright blue waters surrounding Kangaroo Island are begging to be explored. Join a three-hour cruise to swim with wild dolphins, see seals and ancient fossil beds and unwind on a secret beach.

Take a full-day gourmet journey around the island on a Fine Flavours tour with Exceptional Kangaroo Island. You’ll see why Kangaroo Island is known for its exceptional local produce as you taste everything from olives and oysters to wine and honey.

Enjoy a lavender-inspired lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, where row after row of lavender blooms bright purple during summer (December to February). Afterwards, enjoy one of their iconic purple ice creams while walking through the fields.

Taste the flavours of the island at the Enchanted Fig Tree restaurant, showcasing the region’s finest fare under the canopy of a 120-year-old fig tree. Enter under its gnarled branches to find your beautifully set table.

Watch the Remarkable Rocks glow with an orange hue on the 1km (0.6mi) return walk. This cluster of bizarre boulders has been shaped by wind and rain over 500 million years and looks more like a work of art than a work of nature.

At Cape du Couedic, wander along the easy 15-minute Admirals Arch walk. This natural rock arch shows the true power of the ocean, and is even home to long-nosed fur seals that often frolic by the shore.

Deepen your understanding and appreciation for nature on a koala and bushfire ecology walking tour, where you’ll roam through regenerating areas while learning about the fascinating ecology of the island.

Kangaroo Island boasts some of the best beaches in Australia for swimming, snorkelling and lounging. Have an adventure on Snellings, wander through a secret tunnel on Stokes Bay or dip into the clear waters of Vivonne Bay.

Seal Bay is home to Australia’s largest wild sea lion colony. Join a guided walking tour for a close-up view while learning about these playful pups from your ranger. There are no enclosures here – this is wildlife in the wild.

Before hopping on your ferry (or flight) back to Adelaide, grab an al fresco lunch. Penneshaw Hotel is the perfect place, offering sweeping ocean views and delicious modern Australian cuisine.

Sip award-winning gins that pay homage to Kangaroo Island’s stunning landscapes at  Kangaroo Island Spirits, the island’s boutique distillery. Beyond tasting, you can blend your own gin or enrol in a mini cocktail-making class.