There is no better way to explore magnificent Kangaroo Island than with one of SeaLink's self-drive KI short break packages. Discover the island at your own leisurely pace, its amazing sights, food and wine, beaches, wildlife and landscapes and soak up experiences of a lifetime.

There are six ready-made self-drive packages. From romance to family to food and wine getaways, there really is a package for everyone.

Self-drive packages include the 3 Day American River Adventure, 3 Day Food and Wine Lovers, 3 Day Island Hideaway, 3 Day KI Family Escape at Vivonne Bay, 4 Day Emu Bay Wine and Wildlife and 5 Day Experience Kangaroo Island.

Enjoy the tranquillity of the quiet, friendly fishing village of American River and discover the picturesque eastern end of Kangaroo Island on the 3 Day American River Adventure.

The package includes return SeaLink ferry travel for two adults and a standard size vehicle; two nights' accommodation including daily full buffet breakfast at the Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge, American River; wine tastings of four Kangaroo Island wines; $50 dinner voucher at the award winning Reflection Restaurant; self-guided walking Nocturnal walk and pelican feeding experience; visit to Clifford's Honey Farm including a tub of honey ice cream and entry to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery.

The 3 Day American River Adventure starts from $426 per person, twin share or from $589.50 per person, twin share including on Island Hire Car option.

Experience the delicious local produce and spectacular scenery of the Dudley Peninsula while staying at Kangaroo Island Seafront in Penneshaw on the 3 Day Food and Wine Lover's Package.

The package includes return SeaLink ferry travel for two adults and a standard size vehicle; two nights' accommodation including daily full buffet breakfast at Kangaroo Island Seafront, Penneshaw; welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine; $60 dinner voucher at Penny's Restaurant; Gourmet lunch at Dudley Wines including a shared platter, gourmet pizza and a glass of wine and premium wine tasting and KI produce platter at Bay of Shoal Wines.

The 3 Day Food and Wine Lovers package starts from $493 per person, twin share or from $656.50 per person, twin share including on-Island Hire Car option.

Escape the daily grind and enjoy a romantic short break with a loved one in seaside Kingscote, on the 3 Day Island Hideaway.

The package includes return SeaLink ferry travel for two adults and a standard size vehicle; two nights' accommodation including daily full buffet breakfast at the Ozone Hotel, Kingscote; welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine; $84 dinner voucher for the Zone restaurant and a picnic basket lunch for two.

The 3 Day Island Hideaway starts from $552 per person, twin share or from $715.50 per person, twin share including on-Island Hire Car option.

Take the kids on an adventure of a lifetime on the 3 Day KI Family Escape at Vivonne Bay and with so much to do and see, from sandboarding to a delightful honey farm, the kids will be spoilt for choice.

The package includes return SeaLink ferry travel for two adults, two children (3-14 years) and a standard size vehicle; two nights' accommodation at Vivonne Bay Lodge; and the Ultimate Interactive Wildlife Pass at Raptor Domain including entry to Birds of Prey, Venom Pit and Fang-Tastic.

Take in the superb ocean views at Emu Bay, relax on the beach, discover the islands adorable wildlife and indulge in some wine tasting on the 4 Day Emu Bay Wine and Wildlife package.

The package includes return SeaLink ferry travel for two adults and a standard size vehicle, three nights' accommodation at Emu Bay Holiday Homes including a voucher booklet valued at $25, a welcome bottle of wine and two souvenir wine glasses; entry fee into Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, Parndana and standard Wine Tasting at Bay of Shoals Wines.

The 4 Day Emu Bay Wine and Wildlife package starts from $371 per person, twin share or from $559 per person, twin share including on-Island Hire Car option.

Explore Kangaroo Island from “East to West”, from the vibrant town of Kingscote to Flinders Chase National Park and its breath-taking natural wonders with the 5 Day Experience Kangaroo Island package.

The package includes return SeaLink ferry travel for two adults and a standard size vehicle; two nights' accommodation at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn with continental breakfast; two nights' accommodation at Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat including daily continental breakfast, welcome bottle of Kangaroo Island wine and picnic basket lunch for two.

The 5 Day Experience Kangaroo Island package starts from $648 per person, twin share or from $836 per person, twin share including on-Island Hire Car option.

For further information and bookings contact SeaLink on T: 13 13 01 or visit: www.sealink.com.au

from within Australia or +61 8 8202 8688 from Overseas, Email: bookings@sealink.com.au

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About SeaLink Travel Group

SeaLink Travel Group is one of Australia's most dynamic travel companies, bringing the nation's best tourism and transport experiences to the world. With more than 1,600 passionate staff across the country, we deliver fantastic service to more than eight million customers annually.  With a vessel fleet of 77 and a coach fleet in excess of 60 vehicles, our Adelaide-based company has undergone a remarkable period of growth, emerging as a significant player on the national tourism and transport scene.

At SeaLink we believe travel is about connecting people, sharing experiences and creating brilliant memories.  Our operations extend across New South Wales, Queensland, the Northern Territory, Western Australia and South Australia, including:

• Cruises, ferry and charter services on Sydney Harbour, Swan River in WA and on the Murray River in SA
• Passenger, vehicle and freight ferry services between Kangaroo Island and the South Australian mainland
• Resort accommodation, restaurants, touring and ferry services on Fraser Island, Queensland
• Day tours, extended touring and charter operations on Kangaroo Island and on the South Australia mainland
• Passenger ferry services in Townsville, Queensland, Darwin, Northern Territory and Perth, Western Australia
• Lunch and dinner cruises in Perth, Western Australia and on Sydney Harbour
• Ferry and barging services in south-east Queensland and Gladstone in Queensland
• Exclusive 4WD foreign language adventure-based tours on Kangaroo and Fraser Islands
• Retail travel agencies in Adelaide and Townsville
• Tour wholesaling to the travel trade
• Adventure, accommodation and bistro at Vivonne Bay, Kangaroo Island

SeaLink successfully listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in October 2013 (ASX:SLK).