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Spend four nights on Kangaroo Island, where the community continues to recover from the bushfires that devastated the region. Travel with celebrity gardener, and Botanical Guide, Sophie Thomson, who played a large part in recovery efforts. See the iconic Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, as well as the wildlife that has seen the island referred to as the ‘Galápagos of Australia’.
This journey departs:
20 October 2027
Departures & Pricing
- 20 Oct 2027 - 24 Oct 2027
from $5,295 pp twin share / $6,495 pp solo *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Itinerary
- 1
Adelaide to Kangaroo Island and Private Garden
Depart Adelaide for the ferry terminal at Cape Jervis. After the short journey across to Penneshaw, on Kangaroo Island, enjoy some time to explore before visiting a special private garden and arriving at your hotel.
- 2
Seal Bay, Kangaroo Island Private Garden, Honey Farm, and Kingscote
Your day begins with a visit to Seal Bay, home to spectacular coastal views and the largest colony of Australian sea lions. See the beautiful floral displays of another of Kangaroo Island’s private gardens before venturing to a local honey farm to learn how organic honey is produced by the Ligurian bees there. Ligurian bees were introduced to Kangaroo Island, from Bologna in Italy, in the late 1900s, for early colonial settlers. Enjoy some free time to explore Kingscote and purchase lunch at a local café.
- 3
Parndana Community Garden, Emu Bay Lavender Farm and Stokes Bay Private Garden
This morning takes us to Parndana Community Garden. This project was developed by celebrity gardener Sophie Thomson, in response to the bushfires of 2019 and 2020. The garden grows vegetables and community spirit in equal measure. We then pay a visit to nearby Emu Bay Lavender Farm, whose 51 acres contain an estimated 7,500 lavender plants. Afterwards, we visit a private garden that was almost completely destroyed by the fires. During our visit, we hear about the owners’ journey to rebuild.
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Flinders Chase National Park – Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Private Garden
Today we travel to the far end of the island and Flinders Chase National Park. This part of the island was badly damaged by the bushfires. See how the bush is recovering and take in the rugged beauty of the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. On our way back to the hotel, we enjoy afternoon tea at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery. We then visit one last local garden, which displays many native Kangaroo Island plants.
- 5
Kangaroo Island to Adelaide
After our final breakfast on Kangaroo Island, we transfer back to Adelaide, where our tour concludes around midday.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- Emu Bay Lavender Farm.
- An Abundance of Native Flora.
- Gardens and Gourmet Delights.
- Botanical Guide - Sophie Thomson.
Accommodation
- Four Nights: American River, Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge or similar
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Send us an enquiry and a consultant will be in touch, or call 1300 414 198 for personal help choosing a departure.
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Travel further when you're not travelling alone
Our Social Getaways are small-group holidays designed especially for over-60s Australians who want the freedom of a great trip without the work of planning every detail. A Travel at 60 host travels with the group, the operator handles the logistics, and you get to focus on the bit that matters — the people, the places, and the stories you'll bring home.
Open to solo travellers too. Many of our travellers book on their own and find their feet quickly in a friendly group of like-minded Australians. Reduced single-supplement options are available on most departures — ask one of our consultants and we'll talk you through what's offered on this trip.
- A friendly Travel at 60 host — an Australian face on the ground, looking out for the group from day one.
- Curated local guides & boutique suppliers — the same operators we'd book for our own families.
- Real itineraries, not whirlwind tours — comfortable transfers, breathing room, and the “off the beaten track” stops the big bus tours skip.
Want to talk it through? Call 1300 414 198 7 days a week, Queensland time, and one of our consultants will walk you through it.
— The team at Travel at 60
