E
Good value tour, great way to see Kangaroo Island boutique businesses
Well informed driver/guide small groups. Great value! Great to be able to support small boutique, family run businesses.
1 people found this helpful
Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour
+5 photos
At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $124 / person
- Location
- Kangaroo Island
- Rating
- 3.7 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 56
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Kangaroo Island Coachlines
- Meeting point
- Information Booth will be set up onsite. Location is to the left of the building at 49 North Terrace and across the road from the Church. Please check In at the Information Booth 30-minutes before tour departure time. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf.
Description
Get a glimpse of Kangaroo Island’s history, culture, and local products on our half-day exploration of Kangaroo Island. Visit the iconic Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery where you learn about the manufacturing process and view a large range of local products and produce. Next stop is the Island Beehive where you can taste and purchase some of the purest honey in the world. Then travel to the township of Kingscote. You will have 1 hour to explore the main township, shop at the local gift shops or have lunch in one of the local cafes. As you depart Kingscote, drive past the famous Silo Art which has become a fan favorite. An amazing photo opportunity! Next you travel to Kangaroo Island Brewery where a fantastic taste testing of their famous craft beers and ciders await you. Enjoy your transfer to Pennington Bay a wild and rocky coastline perfect for photos! Having visiting several different key locations and enjoy sampling local goods and products you head back to Penneshaw.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Penneshaw
Pick up is from Penneshaw, the gateway to Kangaroo Island.
Emu Ridge Eucalyptus
First stop is the iconic Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery. Here you can learn about the manufacturing process and history of the eucalyptus distillery via a short DVD. You can also view a large range of local products and produce. Keep a look out for the friendly local kangaroos and the emu’s that give the area their name!
Observe a functioning beehive, browse local wares, and purchase some of the famous Ligurian Bee Honey that the island is known for. We highly recommend scooping up a tub of their honey ice-cream to enjoy.
Kingscote
Visit the township of Kingscote, the largest town on the island and South Australia’s oldest European settlement. Enjoy free time to explore the nearby beach, visit cafe’s and chat with locals.
Kingscote Silo Art
See amazing silo art on display such as Australias largest kangaroo artwork and the local glossy black cockatoo.
Kangaroo Island Brewery
Travelers will visit the Kangaroo Island Brewery, founded in 2015, where they will enjoy a taste testing of their most popular craft beers and ciders
Pennington Bay
Stop off at the scenic Pennington Bay. Admire the sweeping rugged coastline and crystaline waters and enjoy a photo-op.
Penneshaw
Drop off is at Penneshaw, the gateway to Kangaroo Island and the same location that you were picked up from
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Taste testing at Kangaroo Island Brewery
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
9 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note - Telstra and Optus are the only phone carrier services that work on Kangaroo Island
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour take?
Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $124 per person for this Kangaroo Island experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Information Booth will be set up onsite. Location is to the left of the building at 49 North Terrace and across the road from the Church. Please check In at the Information Booth 30-minutes before tour departure time. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 56 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Kangaroo Island Coachlines.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
A professional company
We were unable to do this tour as the wind was high and the cruise ship could not get its passengers to shore. We had to cancel our tour at the last minute and appreciated the professional way this company dealt with it. We were issued a full refund.
M
Tour
Our cruise ship couldn’t dock due to the weather tried contacting the company by email and phone at least 10 times as soon as we were informed 2/2.30 hours before the tour have tried to contact company since still no response absolutely this company is a shambles
1
Great Way to See the Island
Kangaroo Island: Half-Day Tour Guided Coach Tour thru Get Your Guide. Tour was in a 30-person bus with a nice young lady as our guide and driver. The tour duration was five hours long. We left out of Penneshaw with our first destination being a Eucalyptus distillery, the only one left in Australia. They offered many different products featuring eucalyptus oils. Saw a kangaroo and an emu at this location. We next stopped at a honey producer where you could purchase all honey related products. Next, we went into the town of Kingscote, and we had almost an hour to explore. On to a local brewery to enjoy a local brew. Our last stop was overlooking Pennington Bay which was very enjoyable.
Operator response
We're so glad you had such a great time out with us. Thank you for the fantastic review!
I
Amazing tour
The tour was great the coach was comfortable and Lena our guide and driver was amazing and all the sights were fantastic well worth it thank you
Operator response
You are most welcome! We're glad you had a great time out with us and enjoyed seeing the island.
K
A great introduction to Kangaroo Island.
Did the half day trip with the excellent Elliott as our driver/guide. There were a lot things covered in our 5 hours. Thanks to Elliott, the time flew and was filled with great stories and information.
Operator response
Thank you so much! We're so glad you had a great time out with Elliot. We hope to see you again next time you are on the island!
J
Enjoyable and informative
Our driver was very informative and passionate about their community. Kangaroo Island is very beautiful and I would recommend visiting
Operator response
Thank you for the review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
P
Bus driver drove way to...
Bus driver drove way to fast. Was wet and raining and she did not drive to the conditions. We felt unsafe while on the un sealed sections of the road. We had to ask driver to slow down, so we could enjoy the experience. Got to see some nice parts of the Island. The guides also need to stop saying that Flinders discovered KI. This is not true. Aboriginal people have lived here for ober 60,000 years. They need to know the history, and start telling the truth. Flinders explored, he did not discover. Please educate the guides on this.
Operator response
Thankyou for your review. Our drivers are very well experienced local drivers and would never drive too fast. We’re of course sorry you felt this way, but road rules are adhered to at all times. In regards to Kangaroo Island's discovery we are well aware of the significant aboriginal existence on this island long before European settlement and have briefed drivers about this. As an aboriginal owned business, we are passionate about providing the correct education.
P
Tour was rushed, not worth the money
Your was rushed, only went to commercial business places. Should have been more scenery and wildlife. Our driver drove way to fast had to ask her to slow down
Operator response
Thankyou for your review. Our drivers are very well experienced local drivers and would never drive too fast. We’re of course sorry you felt this way, but road rules are adhered to at all times. In regards to the tour being rushed. Your suggestion of timing is not quite correct. You actually have 30 minutes at Emu Ridge and 30 minutes at Island beehive as well as 1 hour in kingscote. Sometimes time does fly when you’re having fun though. The actual tour timing is below for your reference 11am - depart Penneshaw 11.40am - arrive Emu Ridge Free time at emu ridge 30 minutes 12.10 depart Emu Ridge for Island Beehive 12.25- Arrive Island Beehive 30 minutes free time at Island Beehive 12.55- depart Island Beehive for kingscote 1pm - arrive kingscote 1pm - 2pm free time in main town ( 1 hour) Travel from Kingscote to Penneshaw Lookout for photo opportunity 3pm arrive Penneshaw Additionally, all businesses visited are local owned family run Kangaroo Island businesses. Where we go is clearly listed in our tour description, so that our clients know exactly what type of tour they are booking. This is not advertised as a nature and wildlife tour.
Compare similar tours in Kangaroo Island
- Lowest price: Kangaroo Island 75-Minute Coastal Safari — $62
- Best rated: Kangaroo Island Quad Bike (ATV) Tours — 5.0 (1,292 reviews)
- Shortest: Kangaroo Island 75-Minute Coastal Safari — 1h 15min
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kangaroo Island Half-Day Tour | 5 hours | 3.7 (9) | $124 | |
 Kangaroo Island Quad Bike (ATV) Tours | 2–3 hours | 5.0 (1,292) | $139 | View |
 Kangaroo Island 75-Minute Coastal Safari | 1h 15min | 4.8 (634) | $62 | View |
 Kangaroo Island - Swim with Dolphins/Seals/Coastal Snorkel | 2 hours | 4.7 (281) | $138 | View |
 Small-Group Buggy Tour at Little Sahara with Guide | 1h 50min | 5.0 (250) | $104 | View |
 Kangaroo Island Small‑Group Scenic & Wildlife Day Tour | 8 hours | 4.8 (138) | $290 | View |
 Kangaroo Island Luxury Small Group 'Island Life' Full Day Tour | 9 hours | 4.9 (128) | $462 | View |
from$124
3.7(9) Free cancellation