Kangaroo Island, the third largest island off the coast of Australia, is an area of outstanding natural beauty. Due to its isolation it has suffered less than mainland areas from the impact of European development. With 21 National and Conservation Parks covering over 30% of the total area, the Island has established a reputation for rich & diverse wildlife and flora seldom found elsewhere. It is a fair bet you will have the chance to see, kangaroos, wallabies, possums, echidnas, koalas, snakes, lizards, seals, sea lions, penguins and more. The island is also famous for its food with the quality local produce sold to gourmet restaurants on the Australian mainland. But it doesn't all go north with plenty of good eats to be found around the place, for the hungry traveller. There are a bunch of trips down here from Adelaide, with each of them focusing the attention on the natural beauty of the place.