Kangaroo Island lies off the mainland of South Australia, southwest of Adelaide. Over a third of the island is protected in nature reserves, home to native wildlife like sea lions, koalas and diverse bird species. In the west, Flinders Chase National Park is known for penguin colonies and striking coastal rock formations, like the sculpted Remarkable Rocks and the stalactite-covered Admirals Arch.

A sanctuary for wildlife and natural, rugged beauty. With its raw and rugged coastline, impeccably clear waters, natural wonders and wildlife, Kangaroo Island is known as nature's playground.  As you step off onto the island, it's impossible not to relax"

Kangaroo Island sits just 70 miles southwest of Adelaide in South Australia. It is a total of 1,701 square miles, making it the country's third largest island.

It consists of coastline, mountains, bush land and desert and is home to a variety of wildlife, pristine beaches and wineries.

The island is known for its agriculture, fishing and nature reserves. It is such a diverse destination that it caters to all sorts of travellers.

Outdoor lovers, adventurists and beachcombers will all enjoy visiting the island alone, with a loved one or with the family.

Having a warm-summer Mediterranean climate, the winters between June and September are mild and wet, the summers usually warm and dry. Tempered by the ocean, particularly on the coastline, maximum temperatures in summer rarely exceed 35 °C (95 °F).

Average temperatures in August range between 13 and 16 °C (55 and 61 °F) and in February, the hottest month, between 20 and 25 °C (68 and 77 °F).

Between May and September the island receives two-thirds of its annual rainfall, varying from 450 millimetres (18 in) in Kingscote to around 900 millimetres (35 in) near Roo Lagoon on the top of the central plateau. The wettest month is July.