Wildlife Encounters

The Fleurieu Peninsula is alive with native wildlife, from kangaroos grazing in open paddocks to dolphins gliding through sparkling seas. Here, encounters with nature aren’t behind fences – they’re woven into the landscape itself.

Spend the morning hand-feeding kangaroos, holding a koala, or spotting emus at Urimbirra Wildlife Park, before heading to Woodstock Winery, where the kids can meet rescue animals while you sip a glass of Shiraz. Out on the water, join The Big Duck Tours for close-up encounters with dolphins, seals and, in winter, migrating southern right whales.

From birdwatching on hidden trails to the seasonal wonder of whales breaching just off our coast, the Fleurieu offers unforgettable ways to connect with Australia’s most iconic wildlife – all just a short drive from Adelaide.