A day out in Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island is in South Australia. Hopalong knows 5 things to do and 2 places to eat here. Prices are approximate adult prices in A$.
Plan my day in Kangaroo Island
Top things to do in Kangaroo Island
Seal Bay Conservation Park
A$19 · Seal Bay · about 75 min
Australian sea lions from the boardwalk. Beach access was paused in July 2026.
Emu Bay
Free · Emu Bay · about 75 min
A long white beach where you can drive onto the sand.
Stokes Bay
Free · Stokes Bay · about 60 min
A hidden rock pool beach reached through a gap in the boulders.
Kingscote foreshore and tidal pool
Free · Kingscote · about 45 min
A seaside path and a tidal swimming pool in the island's main town.
Penneshaw and Hog Bay beach
Free · Penneshaw · about 45 min
The ferry town, with a calm beach right by the terminal.
Free things to do in Kangaroo Island
- Emu Bay (Emu Bay): A long white beach where you can drive onto the sand.
- Stokes Bay (Stokes Bay): A hidden rock pool beach reached through a gap in the boulders.
- Kingscote foreshore and tidal pool (Kingscote): A seaside path and a tidal swimming pool in the island's main town.
- Penneshaw and Hog Bay beach (Penneshaw): The ferry town, with a calm beach right by the terminal.
Where to eat
- Café breakfast or lunch in Kingscote (Kingscote, around A$22): Cafés on Dauncey Street.
- Dinner in Kingscote (Kingscote, around A$40): Pubs and restaurants with island seafood.
Step-free and pram-friendly ideas
- Seal Bay Conservation Park · step-free
- Kingscote foreshore and tidal pool · step-free · pram-friendly
- Penneshaw and Hog Bay beach · pram-friendly
Access information can change. Check with the venue if access is essential.
Typical weather in Kangaroo Island
| Month | Low | High | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 24°C | 4 |
| April | 11°C | 20°C | 9 |
| July | 8°C | 15°C | 13 |
| October | 11°C | 20°C | 9 |
Approximate long-term averages, not a forecast.