KANGAROO ISLAND | 5 DAYS | 53 KM
THE FIRST THING THAT STRIKES YOU WHEN YOU ARRIVE ON KANGAROO ISLAND IS THE
SCALE OF THE PLACE. ONLY 15KMS FROM THE SOUTH AUSTRALIAN MAINLAND, THE ISLAND
IS THE THIRD LARGEST OF AUSTRALIA’S ISLANDS AT 4,500SQ KM. KI (AS THE LOCALS CALL IT)
BOASTS A BREATHTAKING DIVERSITY OF NATURAL ENVIRONMENTS FOR US TO DISCOVER.
Trek Tours Australia offer a 5 day 4 night fully accommodated guided walking holiday
to this truly unique island environment. We take you to places that few visitors to
Kangaroo Island ever experience, exploring the most remote locations on the island.
With it’s rugged coastlines, spectacular old growth native flora and of course the most
incredible native wildlife - Kangaroo Island is one of the must do walking destinations in
Australia.
Today, more than one-third of the island is declared conservation or national park
and it has five significant wilderness protection areas. The Flinders Chase National
Park where we spend the majority of our time exploring, walking and swimming is at
the western end of the island. We accommodate you in rustic cabins overlooking the
stunning Hanson Bay, serve you Kangaroo Island’s finest local produce and guide you on
some of the best walks in Australia.
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Kangaroo Island as it enjoys mild sunny
days and cooler evenings. We look forward to seeing you over there.
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1300 133 278
WHAT’s included
IMPORTANT NOTES
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Transport from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island and
Our 5 day Kangaroo Island trek is a demanding walk, we
return.
advise you to do as much training as you can before your
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4 nights cabin style accommodation (2-4 share).
tour with us. The more you train for the walk the easier
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Exclusive ranger guided tours at Seal Bay and Kelly
you will handle the terrain and the more you will enjoy
Hill Caves.
this wonderful part of the world. It’s also important to
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National park entry fees.
come along with an open mind, ready for an awesome
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Expert wilderness guides.
experience whatever the weather, whoever the group. It
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Emergency communications and group first aid kit.
is very important that you bring the right gear for the
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4 fresh healthy breakfasts, 5 scrumptious lunches, 5
conditions. A comprehensive gear list is included in this
delicious dinners.
brochure. Walking poles and gaiters are also available
Alcohol is not provided. It can be purchased on
for hire. If you are at all concerned about your ability to
Kangaroo Island.
do this walk, please feel free to call one of us here at Trek
This is a small group off track walking tour, maximum
Tours Australia for more advice (1300 133 278).
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10 people.
DAY 1: Adelaide, ferry
DAY 2: HIKE SNAKE LAGOOn
Kangaroo Island,
to SANDY BAY, PLATYPUS
PROSPECT HILL, KELLY HILL WALK
CAVES, HIKE KELLY HILL
Beginning our trek today in the Flinders Chase National
Park, we continue our journey into some of the most
CAVES TO HANSON BAY
We pick you up from your city hotel and transfer to
Cape Jervis for the ferry to Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island.
Following in the footsteps of Captain Matthew Flinders we
hike to Prospect Hill lookout, where we admire spectacular
views of Pennington Bay. Transfering to Kelly Hill Caves
we enjoy a picnic lunch at Kelly Hill National Park HQ,
before a guided tour of the world class show cave. Walking
from Kelly Hill Caves, a spectacular trek takes us through
the Kelly Hill Conservation Park, immersing us amongst
Banksia Heath, Pink Gum Woodlands, and rugged Mallee.
We trek alongside freshwater lagoons and over dunes to
viewpoints providing incredible vistas inland and along
the coast. Our walk concludes at our spectacular sea
front cabins overlooking Hanson Bay (home for the next
4 nights). A beautiful sunset cliff top walk is followed by
a delicious dinner inspired by some of Kangaroo Island’s
best local produce.
remote coastal wilderness areas of Kangaroo Island.
Starting at Snake Lagoon the trail winds through Sugar
Gums and Mallee before descending into the Rocky River
valley, and providing spectacular views through the valley
and the Southern Ocean. Making our own trail we then
head off track towards Sandy Bay, discovering deserted
beaches and stunning coastal cliff top scenery. Relax with
a fresh tasty lunch on the beautiful beach and watch the
Southern Ocean Pound against the shore. Time to visit the
Flinders Chase Visitor Centre where a good cup of coffee,
souvenirs and park information is available. Our afternoon
walk from National Park HQ takes us across Black Swamp
to the Rocky River, where your patience may be rewarded
with the sighting of a platypus. A chance to experience a
multitude of birdlife, kangaroos, wallabies, geese, echidnas
and goannas on this circuit hike of Rocky River.
10kms | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
12kms | Lunch and Dinner
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DAY 3: CAPE BORDA,
RAVINE DES CASOARS HIKE
explore the sea cliffs, have the chance to visit the historic
DAY 4: REMARKABLE
ROCKS, HIKE WEIRS COVE
TO ADMIRALS ARCH,
HANSON BAY KOALAS,
WALK GRASSDALE COTTAGE
TO HANSON BAY
lighthouse, and take a tour of the museum. A short transfer
An early start this morning to avoid the crowds and
Today we drive to the north-western tip of Kangaroo Island
and visit Cape Borda. The area boasts the highest sea cliffs
in South Australia, is steeped in maritime history and is also
home to the uniquely shaped Cape Borda Lighthouse. We
takes us to the start of our day’s walk, the spectacular
Ravine Des Casoars hike. The track starts in lush forest
teaming with a huge variety of birds and wildlife. Hiking
closer to the coast the vegetation changes and the beautiful
beach and impressive sea caves come into view. After a
delicious lunch on the beach we explore the coast before
returning to our cabins. There is time for a walk on the
beach or a dip in beautiful Hanson Bay, before enjoying
another tasty dinner prepared by your guides.
9kms | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
catch first light at Remarkable Rocks. Incredible photo
opportunities abound as we walk amongst the 500 million
year old precariously balanced granite boulders; their
stunning abstract shapes and colours are a Kangaroo
Island must see! A short transfer to Weirs Cove, one of
the most spectacular lookouts, starts our hike to Admirals
Arch where we observe New Zealand fur seals relaxing
on huge granite boulders beside the crashing sea. Lunch
is at the world renowned Hanson Bay Koala Sanctuary
and a walk amongst our furry friends. An afternoon walk
along Grassdale Cottage Track with time to explore the
pioneering history of Kangaroo Island before continuing
on to our cabins at Hanson Bay. Dinner is on our open air
balcony overlooking the spectacular Hanson Bay.
10kms | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 5: SEAL BAY GUIDED
WALK, CURLEY CREEK
HIKE, ferry to Adelaide
Following another fresh healthy breakfast, we transfer to
Seal Bay, where we enjoy a National Park Ranger guided walk
amongst one of the world’s rarest mammals, the Australian
Sea-Lion. Enjoying another delicious lunch we transfer to the
Cape Gantheaume Conservation Park for the Curley Creek
hike. Climbing Bald Hill to overlook the Murray Lagoon we
are treated to magnificent views and a chance to observe
migratory waders as they feed. Transferring to Penneshaw
there is an opportunity for an exploratory coastal walk
before the ferry crossing back to the mainland. Enjoy dinner
on Kangaroo Island or a country hotel on our way back to
Adelaide. We return to Adelaide later in the evening.
12kms | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
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What Equipment to Bring on Your KangAroo
Island Trek
The following list sets out all the clothing and equipment
you are required to bring for you to participate in the
E indicates essential item of equipment
H indicates available for hire
Kangaroo Island Trek.
Clothing
Equipment
Rain / windproof jacket with storm hood attached. We
recommend waterproof breathable fabric (Gortex, Millair,
Hydronaught). E
Day pack with waist harness E
Waterproof overpants (Gortex, Millair, PVC coated nylon)
Head torch with spare batteries
Comfortable walking attire E
Sunglasses E
Warm beanie hat E
Water bottles or water bladder - minimum 3 litres E
Warm gloves E
Gaiters - knee length for leg protection E, H
Thermals E
Warm jumper E
Personal Toiletries and First Aid
Sun hat E
Personal toiletries
Swimmers - for a dip in the ocean!
Baby wipes - optional
Sunscreen and lip balm E
Footwear
Personal first aid kit - blister protection E
Boots must be lace up, ankle high, leather or leather/fabric
construction with a sturdy rubber sole. They must be well
worn-in but not worn-out E
Optional Equipment
Spare comfortable shoes or sandals
Camera
Binoculars
Walking poles H
A good book or two!
Maps
Please contact us with any questions.
www.trektoursaustralia.com.au
[email protected]
1300 133 278