Kangaroo Island Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
island in South Australia
About Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island was separated from the mainland around 10,000 years ago. The first European to explore Kangaroo Island by Matthew Flinders in 1802 whilst en route from UK to Sydney. He named the island in honour of the feast of Kangaroo he and his crew enjoyed on the island. More extensive mapping (especially of the south coast) was done by the French explorer Nicolas Baudin which is why a number of geographical features have French names. While there is evidence of Aboriginal people living on the island as long as 16,000 years ago, the island has not been inhabited by Aboriginal people for at least 2,000 years. From 1803 the island was visited by sealers and whalers, exploiting the natural resources of the island. In addition, a number of "independent" settlers arrived - thought to b
Top Attractions in Kangaroo Island
Explore the best things to see and do in Kangaroo Island:
- ★Admirals Arch
- ★Bunker Hill Lookout
- ★Cape Borda Lighthouse
- ★Cape du Couedic Lighthouse
- ★Cape Willoughby Lighthouse
- ★Jamieson Marine
- ★Kangaroo Island Diving Safaris
- ★Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action
Where to Eat in Kangaroo Island
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bella Cafe & Pizza Bar
- 🍴Cactus Kangaroo Island
- 🍴The Lighthouse Cafe
Where to Stay in Kangaroo Island
- 🏨Aquamarine
- 🏨Aurora Ozone - Kangaroo Island Hotel
- 🏨Central Backpackers
- 🏨Kangaroo Island Seaview Motel
- 🏨Queenscliffe Family Hotel
- 🏨Southern Ocean Lodge
Kangaroo Island Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: