Tuesday, 19 February 2013

Flinders Chase National Park

Flinders Chases encompasses most of the western end of the island and provides yet another opportunity to see the glorious wildlife and coastal scenery of KI. I would 100% recommend you fill up will a full tank of petrol as the drive is pretty long and surprisingly petrol stations are sometimes hard to come by on the island. However once you do arrive you will be greeted again by some spectacular views and wildlife in action.

Admirals Arch

Admirals Arch offers not only the opportunity to witness a colony of New Zealand Fur Seals but also one of the most magnificent views on the island. With several viewing spots you can witness another mesmerising species of seal in their natural habitat.  



If you have the time and hopefully are not jostled by too many tourists (as this is one of the no.1 spots to visit on the island of course after Seal Bay) I would sit back and relax on one of the benches and take in not only the view but the feeling of sea air and the sounds of the waves – it is truly an incredibly relaxing experience.



Remarkable Rocks

Remarkable Rocks are a group of granite boulders fashioned in some rather unusual shapes and sizes. With some scaling up to 5 metres tall these again provide a wealth of photo opportunities for the more adventurous type. Although I must put my health and safety hat on and stress that there are no barriers and please do not try and take a chance to go close to the edge.  



Cape du Couedic

Displays a magnificent view of one of the three lighthouses built on Kangaroo Island. It also offers a variety of places to stay within park which if you do have the time I would highly recommend. Whether you prefer built accommodation or caravan park both option will then enable you to discover much more of the wildlife of the national park and hopefully the many hikes and walks on offer. 


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