Are you looking for some action on Kangaroo Island? Go to Vivonne Bay on the south coast of the island! Whether it is for quad biking in the bush, sandboarding on the slopes of Little Sahara or kayaking on Harriet River, Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action certainly has the solution to give you an adrenaline rush. We tried the quad. Wow! Thrills guaranteed!  It is a totally different way to experience the wilds of the island, non-stop fun and adventure. During the two hours of our tour, we were able to access remote locations whilst coming across kangaroos, echidnas and even a koala. It is highly recommended! Check the different packages offered by Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action and share your experience with us!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Kangaroo Island Outdoor Action.

From secluded bays to long stretches of pristine white sand framed by cliffs Kangaroo Island has a huge collection of beaches. At Vivonne Bay, this piece of paradise harbors the once proclaimed most beautiful beach in Australia according to a study from the University of Sydney. This is quite a claim when you consider that the country has over 10,000! And iPhoneography Oz has discovered a place to admire this spectacular beach with turquoise waters from every morning: Koopalanda Dreaming. Along with another three, this villa is located directly above the bay. It is large enough to accommodate up to six people and has a fully equipped kitchen. You can even bake your own bread, a nice touch from the owners! In this picturesque place hidden away from civilization, there is limited telephone network and internet reception but there is satellite TV, which is very valuable in bad weather! Do not forget to turn the spotlight on after sunset for a view of the wallabies at the back of the house.

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Koopalanda Dreaming.

There is probably no place in Australia, other than Kangaroo Island, where you can get so close to wildlife in their natural environment. More than a third of the island is protected, allowing visitors access to a world-class natural experience. It is possible to travel the island with your own vehicle or by joining a guided tour. Here are 3 Must-See Natural Wonders on Kangaroo Island:

• Flinders Chase National Park: this huge park of 33,000 hectares is located in the far west of the island. Do not miss the two rock formations of Remarkable Rocks and Admirable Arch where seals basking in the sun abound. With its wildlife and its many hiking trails, the park is the perfect destination for nature lovers. During our visit we were lucky enough to see a whale breaching over a dozen times!
• Kelly Hill Conservation Park: this park hosts a beautiful cave system discovered in 1881. The caves are accessible via guided tours throughout the day. Inside, they are lit using fibre-optic white light technology so you can admire the stunning colors of the walls. For an experience perhaps even more memorable, book an Adventure Caving Tour.
• Seal Bay: this beach hosts one of the largest colonies of sea lions in Australia. Several tour options are available. Accompanied by a guide, it is possible to walk on the beach and get very close to the animals. It is impossible to remain indifferent to the charm of these adorable little creatures. An experience that will not be forgotten anytime soon!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources - South Australian Government.

LifeTime Private Retreats is a dream location! A place, almost secret, hidden on the north coast of Kangaroo Island. A place engulfed in the best that Australian nature has to offer. An secluded place where you can dominate an out of sight ocean. LifeTime Private Retreats comprise of three luxury homes (Sky, Stone, Cliff) located in Middle River. Each of them have an identity of their own. iPhoneography Oz had the pleasure of staying in The Cliff House, a gorgeous villa perched on a cliff overlooking Snelling Beach. The house has two traditional bedrooms and a third located in a tower with panoramic windows directly overlooking the sea. Inside, the decor is modern and very tasteful. The huge picture window in the living room offers incredible views in addition filling the house with natural light at all times. Outside, the cliff-edge jacuzzi is the icing on the cake. Urban life has never seemed so insignificant. Happiness on a silver platter!

Just so you can see the magic of this retreat for yourself, we make one exception to iPhoneography Oz's concept by offering you this video:

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of LifeTime Private Retreats.

We have been told that Kangaroo Island was perhaps one of the most incredible places in the world to see wildlife in its natural environment. Since our arrival, except a few wallabies in Penneshaw, we have not seen that much. Feeling a little disheartened, we joined Kangaroo Island Wilderness Tours for a full day guided tour of the island. Our opinion was instantly changed: glossy black cockatoos, echidnas, wedge-tailed eagles and wallabies were just a start. Indeed, we can confirm, Kangaroo Island is home to an abundance of accessible wildlife. For the first time since the birth of iPhoneography Oz, we also spotted koalas in the wild. In Lathami Conservation Park on the north coast, we were able to get very close to wild kangaroos with some females nursing their joey in their pouch. Also a first! Our guide, a native of the island, masters her subject and makes the experience unforgettable. During our visit we also went to the dunes of Little Sahara in Vivonne Bay and the Parndana Wildlife Park. The tour, which runs from 9am to 6pm, may seem long at first, but rest assured, Kangaroo Island offers such a variety of incredible landscapes that you never notice the time passing. You are amazed and you want more! Note that a hearty lunch is included. Kangaroo Island Wilderness Tours is an excellent opportunity not to miss the richness of Kangaroo Island!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Kangaroo Island Wilderness Tours.

We have discovered a luxurious place to stay on the north coast of Kangaroo Island. Seascape on Emu Bay is a Bed and Breakfast ideal for the traveller in search of tranquility in the surrounds of exceptionally beautiful landscape. Whilst settling in to your luxurious bedroom, it is clear to see that the location of this B&B is one of the highlights. The lodge overlooks the beautiful Emu Bay, this stretch of pristine coastline spans nearly five kilometres. The view of the bay from your room is amazing. In the morning, why not take a walk or a run along the beach? A quick tip from us: sleep with your curtains open and you will wake to the most glorious sunrise. What a way to start your day, all from the comfort of your king size bed! Your hosts, not only extremely friendly and exceptionally accommodating, proved to be excellent cooks too. So much so that we could easily devote a separate article to the food that is served. If the dinner is a lavish feast for the taste buds, wait until you see the breakfast!
At Seascape on Emu Bay, everything is perfect. We were very impressed with this high quality accommodation!

iPhoneography Oz was a guest of Seascape on Emu Bay.

Kangaroo Island, situated off the Fleurieu Peninsula, is not to be missed. Tourist guides advise a minimum of two days to visit it. We recommend you spend a week there. This island, the third largest in Australia, is perhaps one of the most incredible places in the world to see wildlife in its natural environment. Kangaroo Island also offers breathtaking scenery. Along its shores, you can access deserted beaches that stretch for miles. Swimmers, surfers and fishermen... there is something here for everyone. All are not listed in guidebooks, but since we like to walk off the beaten tracks at iPhoneography Oz, we reveal one of the best kept secrets of the island: Red Banks. This stretch of colorful cliffs, sheltered from tourists is located just a few minutes north of American River. The path to the bay below the cliffs is not easy to find. Strolling along the beach just before sunset is an unique experience! This is a dream location for photographers. And for us it is simply the most beautiful beach in Australia (at least from what we have seen since the beginning of this project).