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Half-Day Kangaroo Island Tour for Cruise Ship Visitors
Kangaroo Island Half-Day Cruise Ship Day Tour
Departing: Penneshaw
5-Hour Tour
Group Size 15-57
Guided Tour
Loop Tour
Motorcoach
Get a glimpse of Kangaroo Island’s history, culture, and local products on our five hour island exploration from Penneshaw to Kingscote and back again. Explore local eucalyptus oil and honey producers, enjoy a tasting at a local brewery, spend free time in our largest town and have photo opportunities of original giant artworks and nature locations. A perfect way to learn something of Kangaroo Island life, its history, local culture and unique products that are only found on the island.
Get a glimpse of Kangaroo Island’s history, culture, and local products on our five hour island exploration from Penneshaw to Kingscote and back again.
A perfect way to learn something of Kangaroo Island life, its history, local culture and unique products that are only found on the island.
Tour Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Depart Penneshaw Markets
More than a departure point, spend time before your tour browsing local wares.Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery
The only commercial eucalyptus oil distillery in SA.Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co
Observe a functioning beehive and purchase local honey.Visit Kingscote Township
Kangaroo Islands main town and oldest European Settlement, 60km’s away form Penneshaw.Photo-Op @ Silo Art
The biggest kangaroo art in Australia!- Visit Kangaroo Island Brewery
Enjoy sampling one of Kangaroo Island’s local beers. - Photo-Op @ Pennington Bay
Stop off at scenic Pennington Bay and take photos of the wild coastline the area is known for. Return to Penneshaw
Arrive in Penneshaw with plenty of time to explore this coastal town and depart safely on your Tender.
Depart Penneshaw – More than a departure point, spend time before your tour browsing local sights.
Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery – The only commercial eucalyptus oil distillery in SA.
Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co – Observe a functioning beehive and purchase local honey.
Visit Kingscote Township – Kangaroo Islands main town and oldest European Settlement, 60km’s away form Penneshaw.
Photo-Op @ Silo Art – The biggest kangaroo art in Australia!
- Visit Kangaroo Island Brewery – Enjoy sampling one of Kangaroo Island’s local beers.
Photo-Op @ Pennington Bay – Stop off at scenic Pennington Bay and take photos of the wild coastline the area is known for.
Return to Penneshaw – Arrive in Penneshaw with plenty of time to explore this coastal town and depart safely on your Tender.
Tour Highlights
Kingscote Township
Discover Emu Ridge Eucalyptus
Explore Island Beehive
Kangaroo Island Brewery
PER PERSON BOOKINGS
PER PERSON BOOKINGS
PER PERSON BOOKINGS
PRIVATE TOUR BOOKINGS
Private tours are booked by coach size. Group numbers must not exceed number of seats.
PER PERSON BOOKINGS
Tour Highlights
Kingscote Township
Discover Emu Ridge Eucalyptus
Explore Island Beehive
Kangaroo Island Brewery
Enjoy sampling one of Kangaroo Island’s local beers.
FAQs
Kangaroo Island Shore Excursions from Penneshaw
Arriving at Penneshaw on a cruise ship? Review the excursion options, booking information and check-in instructions below. Tours operate on scheduled cruise-ship days; confirm your cruise date and the exact meeting location on your booking confirmation.
Planning a custom itinerary for your own group? Explore our Private Charters & Bus Hire service for coach and driver hire, subject to availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please meet us at our Information Booth at the Penneshaw Markets on the oval to check in. 99 Middle Terrace, Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island.
Our Departure Point is at the Penneshaw Markets which are only a ten-minute walk from where your Tender drops you off.
- A FULL refund is provided to guests if the tour is cancelled due to poor weather conditions and an alternative time is not established to undertake the tour.
- No refund is provided to guests for non-attendance at scheduled tour time.
- Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to Kangaroo Island Coachlines via telephone confirmation on +61 8 7082 9607.
- All bookings cancelled within 7 days of scheduled departure will incur a 50% charge of tour costs. Alternatively, a credit can be held for you to use within a 24-month time frame.
- All bookings cancelled within 48-hours of scheduled departure will not receive a refund, but a credit can be held for you to use within a 24-month time frame.
- If you arrive on a cruise ship and cannot get into Penneshaw on your Tender on the day, your tour will be cancelled (and you claim costs through travel insurance), or we can hold it for you to use within a 3-year time frame.
If you arrive on a cruise ship and cannot get into Penneshaw on your tender on the day, your tour can be cancelled (and you claim costs through travel insurance), or we can hold it for you to use within a 3-year timeframe.
Yes. Kangaroo Island Coachlines offers cruise-ship day excursions departing from Penneshaw on scheduled cruise-ship days. Check the cruise-ship tour details and your ship’s itinerary before booking.
The published tour information describes the meeting point as approximately a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf. Please check your booking confirmation for the exact check-in location and arrive 30 minutes before departure.
The published tour information includes transport by air-conditioned motor coach and a tour guide. The route and order of stops can vary on the day. Check the tour description for the attractions included in your selected excursion.
Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes and clothing suitable for the weather. Bring drinking water, sunscreen and a hat, and consider a jacket. Food is not included in the published tour information.
Kangaroo Island is known for its wildlife, but sightings of wild animals cannot be guaranteed. Available photo opportunities and wildlife stops depend on the selected itinerary and conditions on the day.
Yes. Private Charters & Bus Hire is offered separately from cruise-ship excursions. Kangaroo Island Coachlines provides private coach hire with a driver, with 24-seat and 57-seat coach options advertised. View the Private Charters & Bus Hire page to request or book transport.
The published tour information states that a tour may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met, with notice provided 48 hours in advance. Please check the specific booking terms before reserving.
Pick Up and Drop off are at the Cnr of North Terrace and Nat Thomas Street, Penneshaw, SA, 5222 (To the left of 49 North Terrace and directly across from the Church). An Information Booth will be situated at the pick up point. PLEASE CHECK IN AT THE INFORMATION BOOTH 30-MINUTE BEFORE TOUR DEPARTURE TIME. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf.
Pick Up and Drop off are at the Cnr of North Terrace and Nat Thomas Street, Penneshaw, SA, 5222 (To the left of 49 North Terrace and directly across from the Church). An Information Booth will be situated at the pick up point. PLEASE CHECK IN AT THE INFORMATION BOOTH 30-MINUTE BEFORE TOUR DEPARTURE TIME. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf.
- A FULL refund is provided to guests if Kangaroo Island Coachlines cancels the tour and an alternative time is not established. Cancellations by participants due to your cruise ship not docking will NOT be refunded.
- No refund is provided to guests for non-attendance at scheduled tour time.
- Guests can reschedule tour if required, however need to ensure that more than 48 hours’ notice is provided to Kangaroo Island Coachlines via telephone confirmation on +61 8 7082 9607.
- All bookings cancelled within 7 days of scheduled departure will incur a 50% charge of tour costs. Alternatively, a credit can be held for you to use within a 24-month time frame.
- All bookings cancelled within 48-hours of scheduled departure will not receive a refund, but a credit can be held for you to use within a 24-month time frame.
- If you arrive on a cruise ship and cannot get into Penneshaw on your Tender on the day, you can claim costs through travel insurance, or we can hold it for you to use within a 3-year time frame. You will not receive a refund.
If you arrive on a cruise ship and cannot get into Penneshaw on your tender on the day, you can claim costs through travel insurance, or we can hold it for you to use within a 3-year timeframe. You will not be refunded for your ticket.
Yes. Kangaroo Island Coachlines offers cruise-ship day excursions departing from Penneshaw on scheduled cruise-ship days. Check the cruise-ship tour details and your ship’s itinerary before booking.
The published tour information describes the meeting point as approximately a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf. Please check your booking confirmation for the exact check-in location and arrive 30 minutes before departure.
The published tour information includes transport by air-conditioned motor coach and a tour guide. The route and order of stops can vary on the day. Check the tour description for the attractions included in your selected excursion.
Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes and clothing suitable for the weather. Bring drinking water, sunscreen and a hat, and consider a jacket. Food is not included in the published tour information.
Kangaroo Island is known for its wildlife, but sightings of wild animals cannot be guaranteed. Available photo opportunities and wildlife stops depend on the selected itinerary and conditions on the day.
Yes. Private Charters & Bus Hire is offered separately from cruise-ship excursions. Kangaroo Island Coachlines provides private coach hire with a driver, with 24-seat and 57-seat coach options advertised. View the Private Charters & Bus Hire page to request or book transport.
The published tour information states that a tour may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met, with notice provided 48 hours in advance. Please check the specific booking terms before reserving.
Additional Information
- Pick Up and Drop off are at the Cnr of North Terrace and Nat Thomas Street, Penneshaw, SA, 5222 (To the left of 49 North Terrace and directly across from the Church). An Information Booth will be situated at the pick up point. PLEASE CHECK IN AT THE INFORMATION BOOTH 30-MINUTE BEFORE TOUR DEPARTURE TIME. Pick up point is only a 10-minute walk from Penneshaw Wharf.
- Air-conditioned motor coach and tour guide provided.
- Order of sights visited may vary on the day.
- Photo opportunities will be offered at various locations.
- Please wear comfortable flat-sled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, a hat, a jacket if required, sunscreen and bring bottled water.
- We cannot guarantee sightings of wild animals on tour.
- Food not provided.
- Participants must be 18 years or older to participate in brewery tastings.
- If minimum tour numbers are not reached the tour will be cancelled. Notification of tour cancellation will be made 48 hours in advance.
- Private tour pricing is provided at a fixed price per coach.
Additional Information
- Pickup and Drop off are at the Information Booth at the Penneshaw Markets, 99 Middle Terrace, Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island. Only a 10-minute walk from the Penneshaw Wharf.
- Please arrive 30-minutes before tour departure.
- Air-conditioned motor coach and tour guide provided.
- Order of sights visited may vary on the day.
- Photo opportunities will be offered at various locations.
- Please wear comfortable flat-sled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, a hat, a jacket if required, sunscreen and bring bottled water.
- We cannot guarantee sightings of wild animals on tour.
- Food not provided.
- If minimum tour numbers are not reached the tour will be cancelled. Notification of tour cancellation will be made 48 hours in advance.
- Private tour pricing is provided at a fixed price per coach.
