Situated just a short hop off the mainland coast, Kangaroo Island stands as Australia’s third largest island, stretching 155km in length and 55km in width. Renowned for its rich biodiversity, Kangaroo Island is often likened to “Australia’s Galápagos Islands”. Mark Ellwood for AFAR lists the 10 Best Places to Visit and highlights Kangaroo Island as one of them, recommending a stay at Southern Ocean Lodge.

“There’s no bad time to come to Kangaroo Island; its extraordinary flora and fauna have earned the 1,700 square-mile island 13 miles off the coast of South Australia the unofficial nickname of “Australia’s Galápagos”.”

In December 2023, the esteemed Southern Ocean Lodge, flagship property of Baillie Lodges situated on Kangaroo Island, unveiled its doors once more after a comprehensive reconstruction, marking a poignant resurgence nearly four years after succumbing to bushfires. Crafted under the discerning eye of its original architect, Max Pritchard, hailing from South Australia, the rejuvenated lodge maintains its essence while embracing a fresh chapter in its storied legacy.

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