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This is a tender port.

The ship will anchor at Penneshaw. The fixed platform allows passengers to embark and disembark and features a series of levels for use in different tides and for two tender vessels to pull alongside at one time.

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There’s far more than simply Kangaroos waiting to welcome you onto the beautiful Kangaroo Island . The third largest Australian island boasts incredible natural beauty, unspoiled beaches and a truly unique opportunity to see an amazing range of animals in their local habitat. As you would expect there is a healthy kangaroo population, along with wallabies, koalas, seals, sea lions, and goannas, a type of lizard that grows up to a meter long.

Penneshaw is a small pretty country town on Kangaroo Island with a population of about 1500 people.

The beach at Penneshaw is known as Hog Bay, and is an excellent sandy swimming beach, and its picnic spots make it a destination popular with families, and above the beach, there is a grassy picnic reserve complete with bar-b-cues.

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The Gateway Visitor Information center is located in Penneshaw. The center can provide maps, brochures, tour times, costs and can help to make bookings.

There are no taxi services on the island.

If you want to hire a car, book one in advance! There is a limited number available.

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Port Kangaroo Island cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Kangaroo Island, Penneshaw, South Australia. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Kangaroo Island is Australia's 3rd-largest island (after Tasmania and Melville) with land area approx 4405 km2 (1701 mi2). Kangaroo Island is part of South Australia (state) and located approx 112 km (70 mi) southwest of Adelaide (state's capital). The closest mainland Australia location is Snapper Point in Backstairs Passage (approx 14 km / 8 mi from Fleurieu Peninsula). Island's total population is around 4,500.

Cruise ships visit Kangaroo Island since 2003. Season 2018-2019 was Penneshaw's record-high with scheduled 28 ship calls and projected annual growth of 20% in the coming years.

Kangaroo Island's primary port is Penneshaw - port town on Dudley Peninsula's northeast coast, approx 107 km (66 mi) south of Adelaide. Penneshaw is Kangaroo Island's cruise and ferry port serving regular crossings from Cape Jervis (Fleurieu Peninsula's western coast). Penneshaw (population under 300) is best-known for its Maritime-Folk Museum and tours to the penguin colony near Kingscote (the only penguins breeding in Australian waters). Island's largest town (administrative centre) is Kingscote - located approx 119 km (74 mi) southwest of Adelaide. Kingscote has government offices, hospital, supermarket, school, sports complex.

The island was previously connected to mainland Australia and occupied by aborigines. However, all natives disappeared after the land became an island due to rising sea levels. The island was resettled from early-19th century onwards, initially by whalers and sealers. Island's current economy is largely based on agriculture, fishing (Australian Southern Rock Lobster fishery) and tourism.

Kangaroo Island has several nature reserves established to protect its native flora and fauna. The largest and most popular park is Flinders Chase (at the western end). The island has 12 wineries and 30 winegrowers. The first vineyard was planted close to Eastern Cove in 1976. The first wine was made in 1982 (KI-Barossa blend from Eastern Cove Wine cellar). The island is also well-known for its honey and Ligurian bees, having world's only disease-free and pure-bred population of this bee species. Exporting queen bees is a major industry, imposing quarantine restrictions on bringing bee-handling equipment and bee products onto the island.

So far, lightning strikes caused two major bushfires on the island - in 2007 (December 6-16) and 2020 (January 3-6). The fires in 2007 burnt over 1/5th of the Island (~900 km2 / 220000 acres), with the most affected being Flinders Chase NP (630 km2 / 85% of park's total area). The fires in 2020 destroyed !~1500 km2 (370000 acres) and Parndana was evacuated (via SeaLink ferries and buses). Due to the uncontrolled bushfires, several scheduled cruise ship anchorage calls to Penneshaw were cancelled.

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Cruise ships to Kangaroo Island dock (anchor) at Penneshaw - port town on the eastern coast. Large cruise liners anchor at sea and transport their passengers to Penneshaw (town's pier) via ship's tender boats.

SeaLink operates regularly scheduled  ferryboat service (vehicle and passenger) with daily crossings between Cape Jervis (south of Adelaide ) and Port Penneshaw . There are two  SeaLink ferries to Kangaroo Island - "SeaLion 2000" and "Spirit of Kangaroo Island". The cruise  lasts  about  45 min, with  crossing distance  16 km (10 ml).

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• One of the most popular attractions on KI, Flinders Chase National Park is a vast stretch of wilderness where you can see many species of flora and fauna in their natural habitat. A network of trails and a boardwalks make it easy to get around and see animals like the platypus and kangaroo, as well as amazing geological sights like the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch.  
• For more marine-based animals, another place to visit is Seal Bay Conservation Park. You can go through on your own or take a guided tour; the latter gets you onto the beach and closer to the action. There is a lot of walking, so good footwear is a must.  
• KI has no fewer than 50 beaches; one of the favorites is top-ranked Vivonne Bay, which has white sands, clear waters, and excellent surfing conditions. You can also fish here – and might catch a seal or two frolicking nearby.  
• After the outdoor excitement, wine lovers can relax at Kangaroo Island Spirits. Here you can learn about the distillation process as well as taste award-winning beverages. If you've always wanted to try a honey and walnut liqueur, this is the place to go.

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Cruises to Kangaroo Island

Abounding in natural beauty and teeming with native flora and fauna, Kangaroo Island is a nature lover’s dream cruise destination . Located just 15 kilometres from the South Australian mainland, the island is regarded by many as Australia’s “Galápagos”, and with good reason: No other place allows you to walk amongst endangered Australian sea lions, watch kangaroos feed, and catch a glimpse of a shy platypus - all in one day!

Venture into the heart of this incredible wildlife sanctuary on a P&O Shore Tour , which will take you by land or sea to the most beautiful sites on the island. Sample local delicacies on a Kangaroo Island food and wine tour, or wander on foot through Flinders Chase National Park to discover the island’s two most popular landmarks, Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. Shaped by the ocean, wind, and time, these stunning geological phenomena epitomise the untamed wilderness and beauty of this unmissable island cruise destination.

Explore a wildlife sanctuary without walls

Native wildlife thrives on every part of Kangaroo Island, from the coastlines to the untamed bushland at its centre. Experience all the highlights and major attractions on the Kangaroo Island in a Day  Shore Tour, which will take you to Seal Bay Conservation Park, home to a protected colony of Australian Sea Lions. Accompanied by a local guide, you’ll observe these intriguing creatures in their natural environment of sand dunes, beaches, and the sea. Then, set off for the island’s unspoiled south coast, a long, crescent shaped beach considered by many as one of the best in Australia.

For a water-based adventure, book the Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari  tour and circle the island’s rugged coastline. Calling into Dolphin Cove, Cuttlefish Bay, Kangaroo Head, and Snapper Point, you may encounter pods of bottlenose and common dolphins, or see colonies of New Zealand fur seals and Australian sea lions resting on the shore. And don’t forget to look to the skies, where you may see seabirds including Wedge-tailed Eagles, Osprey, and mighty Sea Eagles.

Unleash your inner foodie

Fancy yourself a foodie? You’ll fall in love with Kangaroo Island’s local produce, which is a smorgasbord of fresh, organic food including luscious local Ligurian honey, just-caught seafood, and cheese made from sheep’s milk. Eat your way around the island on the Tempting Tasting Trail  Shore Tour, which will give you a chance to sample the most delectable local delicacies.

Visit Clifford’s Honey Farm to sample world-famous Ligurian Bee honey, before paying a visit to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery and Emu Bay Lavender Farm to whet your appetite on lavender scones and local apple cider. Then, sample the Island’s finest homegrown ales at the Drunken Drone Brewery and cap your day off with a wine tasting at a local clifftop cellar door with sensational views of the coastline.

Find a Kangaroo Island Cruise

P&O Cruises offers a number of departures that call at Kangaroo Island. Cruise from Melbourne on a 4-night One Stop Short Break, 5-night Southern Getaway, or 8-night A Taste of Tasmania  to stop in at this unique island sanctuary, or hop aboard the Southern Getaway from Adelaide.

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Taste home-grown gourmet

Have a sweet tooth? Kangaroo Island is one of the last places on earth where you’ll find pure Ligurian honey. If you prefer savoury flavours, there’s also delicious local olive oil, smoked fish, sauces, and marinades, as well as cheeses and yoghurts to sink your teeth into. You can also tuck into natural and farmed seasonal oysters, prawns, crayfish, whiting, snapper, and the famous freshwater marron.

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Head to Raptor Domain to watch amazing inflight displays and get up close and personal with Wedge-tailed Eagles, Kookaburras, Tawny Frogmouths, and more at our interactive shows.

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At 155 kilometres in length and with 541 kilometres of coastline, Kangaroo Island is Australia’s third largest island. It also has nearly 1600 kilometres of roads, linking the major towns of Kingscote, Penneshaw and Parndana.

KANGAROO ISLAND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

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Visiting Kangaroo Island via Cruise Ship? There is so much to see and do! Kangaroo Island is considered a top destination in Australia with a wide variety of natural environments, attractions and incredible opportunities to see Australian wild and marine life up close. A third of the island is dedicated to protected nature reserves and are home to wildlife such as sea lions, koalas, kangaroos and an amazing range of bird species.

It is always important when travelling to Kangaroo Island to remember that there is no public transport available on the island and it is vital to prebook a tour.

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The Kangaroo Island Visitor Information Centre looks forward to welcoming you to Kangaroo Island. Make sure you pop in and visit our friendly staff to book your tours and experiences.

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Penneshaw Cruise Port

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Penneshaw is located on the north east coast of the Dudley Peninsula on Kangaroo Island in South Australia, and is the islands main ferry port and tendering port for visiting cruise ships. The town has a Maritime and Folk Museum and also offers evening tours to a colony of Little Penguin, the only species of penguin to breed in Australian waters.

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This is a test page for this new port listing, details of a range of shore excursions for this port of call are being prepared now and will be ready for the start of the 2020/21 cruise season due to begin in October 2020.

Penneshaw his a small settlemnt of just under 300 people and is the second largest town on Kangaroo Island. Originally known as Hog Bay due to the pigs released by French Commander Nicholas Baudin, Penneshaw was named after a combination of the names of Dr. F.W.Pennefather, private secretary to Governor Jervois, and Flora Louisa Shaw, The Times colonial editor, a visitor to Government House. Penneshaw is located on the north eastern tip of the Dudley Peninsula, on the eastern end of the island. It contains the ferry terminal which brings most of the visitors to the island. Kangaroo Island is Australia's third-largest island, after Tasmania and Melville Island and lies in the state of South Australia 112 km south-west of Adelaide. Its closest point to the mainland is Snapper Point in Backstair Passage which is just 13.5 km from the Fleurieu Peninsula. Approximately 4500 call the island home, but each year many almost 150,000 visitors arrive to enjoy its quite unique environment. South Australia's first modern seawater desalination plant was established at Penneshaw in the 1990s, to supplement the town's limited dam water supply. The largest town on the island is Kingscote, about an hours drive away [70km] where there is a larger range of shops and services. the winter climate between June and September is mild and wet, the summers usually warm and dry. Tempered by the ocean, particularly on the coastline, maximum temperatures in summer rarely exceed 35 degrees Celsius. Average temperatures in August range between 13 to 16 degrees and in February, the hottest month, between 20 and 25 degrees. Island economy is mostly agricultural (wine, honey, wool, meat and grain). Tourism and fishing also play significant roles, with some of the best southern rock lobster being sourced from the island's rugged south coast. The island has South Australia's only eucalyptus oil distillery. There are now 28 wine growers, the first vineyard was planted at Eastern Cove in 1976, with the first wine made in 1982. Initially the wine was blended with Barossa wines but in recent years a 100% sourced Kangaroo Island wine has been produced.

    Do we go ashore by tender?

Yes, only very small cruise ships can berth at Penneshaw, so most ships will take you ashore by tender.

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CRUISES TO KANGAROO ISLAND, AUSTRALIA

Nature lovers will be in their element on a cruise to Kangaroo Island, the third-largest island in Australia. One-third of the island is a protected nature reserve that’s home to koalas, sea lions, bird species, and—of course—kangaroos.

On your Australia cruise to Kangaroo Island, relax on a beautiful beach alongside kangaroos or sea lions. Sandboard or toboggan down the sandy hills of the Little Sahara dune. Head to Flinders Chase National Park, known for its penguin colonies and unique coastal rock formations. You can also visit Island Beehive to learn about honey production. Discover the island’s relaxed, congenial side by exploring its charming restaurants, pubs, art galleries, and shops. Kangaroo Island is like no other place on earth. 

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Seals Sun Bathing Seal Bay, Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw), Australia

A visit to Seal Bay Conservation Park is one of the best things to do on Kangaroo Island, Australia. Take a guided shoreside tour for an up-close look at wild colonies of sea lions or wander the boardwalk on your own and keep your eyes peeled for these playful mammals on the beaches down below.

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Aerial panorama of Vivonne Bay and pier in Summer, Kangaroo Island (Penneshaw), Australia

At the end of a rugged dirt road, you’ll find Vivonne Bay. It’s been dubbed Australia’s best beach by savvy travelers who happen upon it. Tucked away among rocky cliffs and covered in fine, sugar-white sand, this secluded stretch of coastline will wow even the most seasoned shore-seekers.

FALL IN LOVE WITH FINDERS CHASE

Finders Chase National Park is home to all kinds of magnificent outdoor wonders. Spend some time snapping photos in front of the massive, golden-hued Remarkable Rocks, visit a colony of long-nosed fur seals at Admirals Arch, and keep an eye out for the kangaroos, koalas, goannas and eagles that call this national park home.

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Kangaroo Island’s culinary scene centers on fresh, local produce and incredible seafood like tasty abalone, King George whiting and oysters. The island has several quaint, oceanside spots to grab a delicious bite while soaking up beautiful coastal views. Make sure to pair your meal with some locally produced wines.

This southern Australian isle is known more for its wildlife and remoteness than its shopping scene. But if you do need to pick up some items for your visit, head to Kingscote. It’s the main township on the island and offers a full range of shops, including souvenir and gift boutiques.

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• Silver Nova 728 passengers 30 Nov 2024 - 18:00
• ms Europa 2 516 passengers 01 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 02 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Diamond Princess 3.247 passengers 04 Dec 2024 - 17:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 05 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• Pacific Adventure 3.174 passengers 07 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 11 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• ms Westerdam 2.362 passengers 15 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 16 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Crown Princess 3.674 passengers 18 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 21 Dec 2024 - 16:00
• Norwegian Sun 2.323 passengers 24 Dec 2024 - 15:00
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With a variety of cruise ships including Queen Mary 2, Princess Cruises, P&O are all destined for Kangaroo Island this Cruise Ship Season!

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Meander the Penneshaw Markets, explore Penneshaw Beach and discover the Kangaroo Island Sculpture Trail. Pop into one of the local eateries or shops, have a glass of local wine and stock up on some Kangaroo Island Produce.

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Enjoy our incredible Kangaroo Island shore excursions with the family.

Kangaroo Island offers beautiful attractions of both fauna and flora, it has an abundance of wildlife and produces some of the most delicious food and wine in Australia. We have a number of tour operators on the island that specialise in Cruise Ships, that understand the requirements of time frames involved. Most pick up and drop off at the Terminal in Penneshaw where the tenders arrive. Our guided Kangaroo Island shore excursions are an experience you will treasure for a lifetime. If you cannot find what you are after, please contact us by phone or email and one of our friendly staff will be able to assist you!

KANGAROO ISLAND Shore Excursion - Food & Wine Tour

This tour is designed to cater to the food and wine enthusiast. SAMPLE some of Kangaroo Island’s best farm gate produce and cellar door tastings. Visit places such as Pennington Bay, Clifford’s Honey, Eucalyptus Distillery, Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kingscote/Reeves Point…..

KANGAROO ISLAND SHORE EXCURSION - TRANSFERS TO KINGSCOTE

This is designed for those that don’t want to do a tour but would like to head into Kingscote for a few hours. This bus does stop at Pennington Bay and Island Beehive along the way. You will have 2 hours to stroll around Kingscote before your transfer back to Penneshaw.

KANGAROO ISLAND SHORE EXCURSION - SCENIC & WILDLIFE TOUR

This Kangaroo Island Shore Excursion offers a full day tour visiting some of the island’s iconic places to visit such as Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Seal Bay Conservation Park.

KANGAROO ISLAND SHORE EXCURSION - DOLPHIN VIEWING

Wild dolphin encounters that departs from Penneshaw. Travel along stunning ancient coastline with the opportunity to see dolphins, seals, eagles and birdlife.  Enjoy them in their natural environment.

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Kangaroo Island boasts the kind of beauty that will stop you in your tracks. Over half the island is covered with "old-growth" bush land supporting huge populations of kangaroo, koala, goana, wallaby and other native Australian animals. Blessed by vast, open spaces and loads of sun, the "Islanders" raise sheep, create and cellar wines, produce sheep's milk cheese, distill eucalyptus oil, and harvest the honey of the treasured Ligurian Bee. And there is a thriving art community producing internationally-renowned artwork, woolen items, and crafts. The quintessential seaside town of Penneshaw, where cruise ships dock and ferries come and go, is your gateway to it all.

Points of Interest

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• Pennington Bay
• Clifford's Honey Farm
• Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery
• Island Pure Sheep Dairy
• Rookery Wines
• Cape Willoughby Conservation Park

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