Kangaroo Island Luxury Flinders Chase Full Day Tour

Discover the most western side of Kangaroo Island and explore the stunning natural landscapes of this unique part of Australia. This day tour will take you into Flinders Chase National Park - home to the iconic Remarkable rocks, Admiral Arch and Weirs Cove. Marvel at the nature-made rock formations, the result of millions of years of erosion.

You'll also visit lesser-known areas of the park. Get out, walk around and discover amazing wildlife and plants. At Cape du Couedic; you'll get to visit a beautiful stone lighthouse. Enjoy commentary from your knowledgeable guide and stop for a picnic lunch at a remote location. Depending on timing, you may finish the day tour with a trip to 'Grassdale' to see kangaroos in the wild and learn about the island's pioneering history.

Note: solo travellers can join exisiting departures.

This experience is part of the Responsible range because they are ECO certified by Ecotourism Australia.

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Inclusions

• Full day tour
• Knowledgeable guide
• National Park fees
• Transport in a 4WD with first aid kits, guide books, maps, binoculars for guest use and bottled water
• Return transfers from Kingscote & American River accommodation and Kingscote airport
• Home baked morning tea with fresh ground coffee and loose-leaf teas
• Al fresco picnic lunch in a remote location including fresh salads, local cheeses, home made chutneys and dressings
• Lunch also includes Kangaroo Island wines, beer and soft drinks

Itinerary

• Begin the day travelling through some of the fire-affected landscapes of Kangaroo Island, which are recovering quickly following generous winter rains.
• Learn about fire ecology and how nature deals with fire. Some of our native flora species only flower following fire!
• Travel into Flinders Chase National Park and explore the massive shapes of Remarkable Rocks, a natural sculpture perched impossibly on top a granite dome plunging into the ocean
• Break for an elegant picnic lunch in the bush, or if weather permits, on a spectacular clifftop. Lunch features marinated poached chicken, fresh salads, cheeses accompanied by local wine, beer, soft drinks and spring water.
• Evidence of the power of the Southern Ocean swell continues at Admirals Arch – a coastal grotto which provides a haul out for a large colony of Long-nosed fur seals which swim effortlessly through crashing waves.

Duration

• This experience will takes approximately 1 day
• The tour pick up times are generally between 9 and 10am
• Drop offs are at approx. 6pm
• Available daily except 25 December (Christmas Day)

Departure Location

• Courtesy tour pick up for accommodations in American River, accommodations in Kingscote and the Kingscote Airport. Alternatively, you can self-drive to the tour meeting point in Cygnet River.

Hotel Pickup

• We pick up from a range of accommodation properties located in Kingscote, Emu Bay, Smith Bay, American River and Haines, including but not limited to:
• Aurora Ozone Hotel
• Kangaroo Island Seaview Motel
• Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge
• The River/Wanderer’s Rest
• Stranraer Homestead
• Providence Guest House

What To Bring

• Hat and sunglasses
• Appropriate clothing for variable weather conditions
• Appropriate footwear for light walking
• Camera/phone to create and capture some great memories

Additional Information

• Please note: gluten-free, kosher, non-seafood, vegan or any other special dietary needs can be catered for but you must advise the tour provider at the time of booking. The dining locations are remote and the providers take everything from their kitchens along on the day.
• This experience is best suited to people with a reasonable mobility level.
• There are elements of the day where you will be walking on uneven ground over a variety of natural surfaces and at several locations there are walks of around 1 kilometer over boardwalks and unpaved ground.
• Children from 6 years and up are welcome on this small group tour, for kids under that age it is best to book a private tour.
• The tour departs with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 guests.
• Once group size exceeds 6 guests a second guide is scheduled to assist with hosting and guiding the tour.
• The tour goes ahead rain or shine - it is an outdoor experience and we have a choice of locations for breaks which are comfortable in a variety of weather conditions.
• The only condition where locations will be changed is if the day is classed as a "Catastrophic Fire Danger Day" - in this event all National Parks and Wildlife Reserves are closed so your tour will be altered.

Terms And Conditions

• Please note: gluten-free, kosher, non-seafood, vegan or any other special dietary needs can be catered for but you must advise the tour provider at the time of booking. The dining locations are remote and the providers take everything from their kitchen along on the day.
• This experience is best suited to people with a reasonable mobility level. There are elements of the day where you will be walking on uneven ground over a variety of natural surfaces and at several locations there are walks of around 1 kilometre over boardwalks and unpaved ground. Children from 6 years and up are welcome on this small group tour, for kids under that age it is best to book a private tour.

Cancellation Policy

• Change your booking up to 7 days before the start time of your experience
• Changes are not permitted within 7 days of your experience
• Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements