Experience Kangaroo Island like never before on this authentic Aboriginal expedition. Known to the Ngarrindjeri as Nurrungaui, the “place of Nurrunderi,” or their revered creator, Kangaroo Island boasts a history as vast and varied as its landscapes.
Itinerary
Join Mark Koolmatrie, a Ngarringjeri elder and tour guide, who will accompany you on a 45-minute walk in Penneshaw investigating Australia bush foods and bush medicines and he will begin discussing the culturally enriched stories of sites of deep significance. The stories will be from the beginning of the Kalowinyeri (creation) unfolding the layers of history, tales, and traditions of the local tribes to the current custodians of Kangaroo Island.
Enjoy a delicious two-course lunch at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery followed by free time to browse in the shop.
Your next stop will be at Seal Bay Conservation Park, where you will hear about the sealing industry through Ngarrindjeri eyes and how Pungari the seal is an ancient being and good friend of Kondoli the whale.
From here, travel to the western most part of the Island, Flinders Chase National Park. You will hear how Nurrunderi left this world and entered the Kalowinyeri to give the indigenous people life. Remarkable Rocks provide great photographic opportunities, and the Admirals Arch boardwalk takes you down a rugged cliff face to reveal the spectacular rock archway, a natural nursery and haven for playful Long-nosed Fur Seals.
You will return to Penneshaw with a light dinner, to meet your return ferry and transfer to Adelaide.
From Adelaide, this tour is a 16 hour day that includes travel to and from Kangaroo Island. You do get time to rest during your ferry transfers & coach travel between attractions. Or, if you have the time to spare, why not consider staying overnight on Kangaroo Island and returning the next day!
In response to the ongoing situation in the Middle East and its impact on global fuel prices, a temporary fuel surcharge of $5 per person has been applied to new bookings of this tour, effective from 15 April 2026. We have absorbed these increased fuel costs for as long as possible, and this temporary measure is necessary to help manage the significant increase in operating costs. Click here for more information and regular updates. We thank you for your understanding as we navigate this current situation.