5 Day Kangaroo Island Walking Tours | Life's An Adventure (2025)

A Pack Free Walking Holiday

No heavy packs to carry

We have designed this walking holiday so you can enjoy the scenery without the heavy burden of carrying your clothes or a heavy pack. Walk with as little as your camera, lunch and water each day and we will take care of your bags being transported to your accommodation.

Headland Lodge - Best accommodation on the island

3 night stay

Headland Lodge at Kangaroo Beach Cove offers unparalleled views and stands as the finest accommodation on Kangaroo Island. Nestled in a prime location the lodge overlooks stunning Kangaroo Cove on the western side of the island. Whether you’re relaxing on the terrace or enjoying the comfort of your room, the breathtaking vistas of the coastline and lush landscapes will make every moment unforgettable.

“The WOW factor of the tour was staying at the Headland Lodge – the view and the accommodation was perfect.” L Richardson.

Please note: Due to limited rooms in the beach lodges, those wanting a single supplement (own room) will stay at the sister property, a short walk from the main lodge.

Wildlife discovery

WOW-MAZING inclusion

On a Life’s An Adventure tour, we always include a ‘Wow -Mazing inclusion to ensure your journey is truly inspirational and unique. During your stay, we will take a walk with a local National Parks Ranger through Seal Bay Conservation Area where we will encounter the local Australian Sea-Lion colony, and learn about these majestic creatures.

Local produce

Perfectly matched with local wine

On our walk you will indulge in sensational high-quality local produce that makes this region unique. Dinners will be spent relaxing in the Lodge, enjoying wonderful meals matched with local South Australian wines.

Flexible walking and Personalised tours

Great Social Environment

Our World Class Guides

Expertise and passion ensure your tour exceeds expectations

We take great pride in our talented team of World Class guides, whose expertise and passion ensure your tour exceeds expectations. With their in-depth knowledge and dedication, they create a journey that is relaxing, fun, and truly unforgettable.

Excellent tour, the guides were outstanding with their knowledge, friendliness and ability to provide for all members of the tour. I’ve been on a number of walking tours both in Australia and overseas and your guides are the best! I certainly hope to be booking future walks with LAA. ” C.Elfverson.

Genuinely all-inclusive

Our walking tours are all genuinely all-inclusive and once you pay for your tour there are no hidden extras. You won’t need to keep putting your hand in your pocket to pay for additional items not included in the tour. Your meals, wine, activities are all included.

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Tour Inclusions

This is an all-inclusive tour with no hidden extras:

WOW-MAZING EXPERIENCES INCLUDED:

• Guided walk at Seal Bay Conservation Area

SUPERB ACCOMMODATION:

• 3 nights at the Headland Lodge with spectacular waterviews – best accommodationon the island

SUPERB MEALS & WINE:

• Complimentary South Australian wine served with evening meals
• 3 x fantastic evening meals featuring local produce
• 4 x packed lunches
• 3 x breakfasts
• Fresh fruit and trail mix to enjoy during your walk

GUIDES, TRANSFERS & WALKS:

• Pack-free walk – only carry your lunch, water and camera
• Flexible Walking options to cater for you
• Our World Guides are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
• Transfers from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island (including Sealink ferry service) & return to Adelaide
• National Park Fees

Day 1: Adelaide - Ironstone Hill Hike - Seal Bay Conservation Park

SUGGESTED PRE-TOUR ACCOMMODATION:We suggest the Mantra Hindmarsh Square Adelaide, which is also our meeting point for the first morning.

MEET TIME:6:30 am

TRAIL NOTES:4.3km, 2 hours of walking with breaks, easy to moderate, afternoon 0.5km walk, 30 minutes, easy to moderate.

TERRAIN:Well maintained sand and gravel trail, up and down hill. stairs leading up Prospect Hill.

WALK ITINERARY:Begin your adventure with a rendezvous in the welcoming foyer of the Mantra Hindmarsh Square at the serene hour of 6:30 am. We’ll then embark on a picturesque journey to Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula, where the Sealink ferry awaits to whisk us away to Kangaroo Island. Today’s escapade commences with a delightful jaunt up Ironstone Hill, where verdant grassy slopes tumble gracefully into the azure embrace of the ocean, offering enchanting coastal vistas. Afterwards wetransfer to the Seal Bay Conservation Park on the south coast of Kangaroo Island. This region has been home for thousands of years to an Australian sea-lion colony, and the Conservation Park plays a significant role in ensuring this remote population is protected in order to continue to thrive. During our visit, you will be escorted by one of the Conservation Park’s qualified Rangers on a short stroll along the boardwalk and down onto the beach to see the wild sea-lions in their natural habitat. The Ranger will provide you with a broad range of information and answer any questions you may have about these majestic creatures.Later we make our way to our sanctuary on the northern coast at Headland Lodge. Ideally located overlooking stunning Kangaroo Cove, this is one of the finest accommodation’s on the island.Dinner at our beach lodge promises a feast for both the palate and the eyes, with our waterfront location providing a stunning backdrop.

Day 2: Kelly Hill Caves to Hanson Bay & Admirals Arch

TRAIL NOTES: 9km, 3.5 hours walking with breaks, Easy Grade. Admirals Arch 1.5km return, approx. 1 hour.

TERRAIN:Gently undulating trail on mostly compact surfaces, with a short beach-walking section at the end. Admirals Arch walk on pathways and boardwalks, with stairs leading down to the viewing point.

WALK ITINERARY:Following breakfast, our path leads to the start of today’s journey, tracing from Kelly Hill Caves to the picturesque Hanson Bay. This trail, a highlight of Kangaroo Island and the final leg of the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail, promises a diverse tapestry of landscapes, including banksia heath, pink gum woodland, and coastal heath. Starting amidst bushland, we’ll catch glimpses of freshwater lagoons before descending to the coast, culminating in a serene beach walk along Hanson Bay. After a satisfying lunch, a brief transfer leads us to Admirals Arch, where a leisurely stroll offers breathtaking coastal vistas. Marvel at the flourishing fur seal colony and extraordinary geological formations before returning to our waterfront lodge for a relaxing dinner accompanied by fine South Australian wines.

Day 3: Snake Lagoon to Cape du Couedic

TRAIL NOTES:15kms, 6.5-7 hours walking with breaks, Medium Grade. Remarkable Rocks – approx. 1km return, Easy Grade

TERRAIN:Mostly gentle undulations on compact surfaces of gravel, broken limestone or sand, and a 1.5km stretch of beach-walking

WALK ITINERARY:Enjoy a lovely breakfast before transferring to the start of our walk at Snake Lagoon, where we will begin our walking journey to Cape de Couedic, wandering along the spectacular rugged coastline of the Flinders Chase National Park. Not long after starting today’s walk, you will see your first magnificent panorama of the Southern Ocean. Along the way, you can spot beautiful coastal plants and if you’re lucky, you may see bottle-nosed dolphins, seals or sea-lions frolicking in the waves off this exposed panoramic coastline.

On completion, we take a short drive to Remarkable Rocks for a 1km walk to explore these magnificent natural granite sculptures that rise like art forms out of the surrounding earth. We then make our way back to our accommodation for another superb dinner, accompanied by South Australia wines.

Day 4: Remarkable Rocks - Sanderson Bay Walk - Adelaide

TRAIL NOTES:8 km, 3.5 hours, medium grade.

TERRAIN:Mostly gentle undulations on compact surfaces of gravel, broken limestone or sand.

WALK ITINERARY:Embark on a breathtaking walk from the iconic Remarkable Rocks to the serene Sanderson Bay on Kangaroo Island. This scenic coastal trail offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty, where rugged granite formations give way to stunning sandy shores and crystal-clear waters. As you traverse this 6km path, enjoy panoramic views of the Southern Ocean, with the opportunity to spot local wildlife, including kangaroos, echidnas, and a variety of bird species. The trail meanders through diverse landscapes, from wind-swept cliffs to peaceful coves, culminating at the tranquil Sanderson Bay—a perfect spot to relax and take in the surroundings. Later we make our way to Penneshaw.