Day 66 Part 2, Kangaroo Island

Day 66 Part 2

Our visit to Kangaroo Island was highlighted by an ocean safari where we spotted a dolphin pod and grey fur seals. We also had an opportunity to contribute to the local economy that is reeling from recent bush fires that burned almost 50% of the Island.

The coastline has beautiful beaches, limestone cliffs lined with stunning jagged limestone and granite rock formations. Many of the rocks are with covered with a beautiful orange lichen that is very dramatic against the colors of the ocean.

The passenger count of The Mariner easily outnumbered the census count of the seaside village of Penneshaw. I did a quick walk through the local IGA and was surprised by the high prices but quickly realized that it is a natural part of Island life when most products must be shipped in even when that is only a 16 kilometer ferry ride from the mainland.Read more