KANGAROO ISLAND

PICTURE A rugged wilderness do ed with soaring cliffs, towering dunes and colonies of seals, sea lions and penguins, then colour it in with pristine beaches, artisan food producers and thrilling adventures. On Kangaroo Island, adventures for every type of traveller are offered and embraced.

Much is made about Kangaroo Island’s wildlife, and certainly, this is a spot where it’s entirely possible to spend a lazy a ernoon swimming with pods of wild dolphins, walking with sea lions along windswept beaches, or feeding kangaroos. Kangaroo Island is not only home to over 24 protected areas, 19 National and Conservation Parks and five Wilderness Protection Areas, it’s also a gourmand’s dream with vineyards, farm gates and some of the most spectacular dining spots around.

Popular activities include taking on the dunes via ATV, hiking trails that trace the coastline, making friends with the wildlife and enjoying what could be the world’s best lavender scones and ice cream in Emu Bay.

Celebrity Edge itineraries calling in at Kangaroo Island Penneshaw

• 9 Nights Australia Wine Cruise