OUR VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE
Kangaroo Island is a highly sought after holiday destination. With an abundance of native wildlife, beautiful sunsets, secluded beaches and rugged coastline that stretches on and on – there is a lot to see and do, making it a favourite for Australian and International tourists alike.
The Kangaroo Island Visitor Information Centre provides up to date information on Kangaroo Island experiences and attractions. Friendly staff can make any bookings on your behalf and provide relevant information and maps.
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Kangaroo Island is considered a top destination in Australia, make sure you make the most of your time here with us!
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Visitor Centre Reviews
"The team at the information centre were awesome. Laid out all the musts on the island and the best way to get around. Can't recommend any higher."
Jacob Herrman
“Silvia holds a lot of tourist information and she is very willing to share it with you. Leave yourself plenty of time to pop in, but when you leave you'll know everything you need to know and then some.”
Tina Binding
“Very helpful and informative, the lady was lovely and helped us plan our trip and book activities around the island as well as tips and good recommendations.”
Damian Leyssara
“Lovely ladies. Discussed everything we might like to see. Booked all the appropriate tickets for us. Provided us with leaflets and maps for the attractions”
Kaylene Walles
A Quick
History Guide
The Island Is Formed
The third largest island of Australia, Kangaroo Island separated from mainland Australia approximately 10,000 years ago. Rising sea levels caused from the last glacial period caused the islands separation, in what is now known as Backstairs Passage.
The Island Of The Dead
Known as Karta Pintingga ("Island of the Dead") by the mainland Aboriginal people, the existence of stone tools and shell middens shows that Aboriginal people, sometimes referred as the Kartan people, once lived on Kangaroo Island.
The First European Settlement
Reeves Point at Kingscote was the very first European settlement created in South Australia and was originally designated as the likely site for the State’s Capital. Kingscote itself remains as South Australia’s oldest European city and largest one on Kangaroo Island.
