Kangaroo Island: Full Day Small-Group Tasting Tour

Kangaroo Island: Full Day Small-Group Tasting Tour

Style

Join-in (make new friends)

Language

English

Duration

Approx. 8 hours

Maximum Group Size

Maximum 10 persons (Minimum 2 people required to operate)

Perfect for Mingoers who are...

Food-Connoisseur
Wine-Taster
Culture & Art-Adorer
History-Hunter

Accessibility & Support

Kid-Friendly
Senior-Friendly

Overview

Experience the ultimate island culinary trail on this immersive, small-group tasting adventure across Kangaroo Island. Indulge your senses as you journey through pristine landscapes to discover pure Ligurian honey, handcrafted eucalyptus oil and ciders, fragrant lavender fields, cool-climate wines, boutique spirits, and local craft beer. Your day will be hosted personally by Kylie or one of her esteemed team members, who all bring deep local knowledge, warm island hospitality, and top-rated expertise. While you relax and savour the island’s finest flavors, Kylie and her team handle every detail behind the scenes to guarantee a seamless, personalized day. Highlights: 🍯 Artisan Honey & Cider: Taste pure Ligurian honey products and sample local eucalyptus ciders at iconic island spots. 🌸 Lavender Morning Tea: Enjoy world-famous freshly baked lavender scones paired with tea or coffee in a picturesque farm setting. 🍷 Wines, Spirits & Craft Beer: Experience guided tastings at Bay of Shoals Winery, award-winning gins at Kangaroo Island Spirits, and a craft beer paddle at Kangaroo Island Brewery. 🚌 Accommodation & Ferry Pickups: Convenient, hassle-free door-to-door transfers from selected island accommodation, Kingscote Airport, or the Penneshaw ferry terminal. 👥 Guaranteed Small Group: Travel in comfort with a maximum of 10 guests per tour for a relaxed, intimate experience.

What's Included

Pickup and drop-off at selected island hotels, Kingscote Airport, or Penneshaw Ferry Port
Professional local guide
Air-conditioned small-group transportation
Morning tea (lavender scone and tea/coffee) at Emu Bay Lavender Farm (seasonal)
Honey tastings at Clifford's Honey Farm
Guided wine tasting at Bay of Shoals Winery
Gin, vodka, and liqueur tastings at Kangaroo Island Spirits
Craft beer tasting paddle at Kangaroo Island Brewery
All scheduled venue admission fees

What's Not Included

Lunch (guests may purchase lunch along the route/at scheduled venue stops)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting Point

📍 Kingscote Accommodation: Pickup at 08:45 AM (Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes prior). 📍 SeaLink Ferry Terminal (Penneshaw): Pickup at 09:45 AM (Lot 89 North Terrace, Penneshaw SA 5222). 📍American River Accommodation: Pickup time confirmed upon booking. Important Transport & Pickup Information: ➡️ Hotel Pickups: Please be in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time. Drivers can wait a maximum of 10 minutes before departing. ➡️ Excluded Locations: We do not pick up from Sea Dragon Lodge. ➡️ Adelaide Day-Trippers (SeaLink Coach & Ferry): - If traveling from Adelaide on the day of the tour, you must book a return SeaLink Coach & Ferry connection (not included, but we can assist with booking). - Departure: SeaLink Coach departs Adelaide Central Bus Station at 06:45 AM connecting to the 09:00 AM ferry to Kangaroo Island. - Self-Drive to Cape Jervis: If driving yourself, please book the 07:00 AM ferry. - Return: Book the 07:30 PM ferry from Penneshaw to connect with the return coach to Adelaide. ➡️ Overnight Stays: We highly recommend arriving on Kangaroo Island the night before your tour for a relaxed experience.

Itinerary

Clifford's Honey Farm
Learn about the island's unique, disease-free Ligurian bee population, enjoy pure honey tastings, and browse artisan honey products in the farm shop.
Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery
Discover South Australia's only commercial eucalyptus oil distillery. Learn about the traditional extraction process, sample eucalyptus drops, and try locally brewed eucalyptus ciders.
Emu Bay Lavender Farm
Stop for a relaxing morning tea. Indulge in a freshly baked lavender scone served with hot tea or coffee while exploring the peaceful gardens and boutique shop (subject to seasonal opening).
Bay of Shoals Winery
Relax at a scenic coastal vineyard overlooking the Bay of Shoals while enjoying a guided tasting of fine local wines.
Kangaroo Island Spirits
Visit Australia’s pioneer craft gin distillery. Sample award-winning handcrafted gins, vodkas, and botanical liqueurs in a rustic garden setting.
Kangaroo Island Brewery
Unwind with a craft beer tasting paddle featuring locally brewed beers at Kangaroo Island's original craft brewery.

End Point

Returned to your initial pickup location (hotel, ferry port, or airport).

Additional Information

Minimum drinking age for alcoholic beverage tastings is 18 years (photo ID required).
Not wheelchair accessible.
We require a minimum of 2 passengers on the tour to operate. If a tour cannot proceed due to fewer than 2 persons booked, we will notify you at least 12 hours before the scheduled departure.
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat.

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About the Localler

Hello, I'm Kylie T.

Once upon a time, I embarked on a journey to Kangaroo Island searching for a better, healthier, and more peaceful life for my family. What I discovered was astonishing:…

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Once upon a time, I embarked on a journey to Kangaroo Island searching for a better, healthier, and more peaceful life for my family. What I discovered was astonishing:…