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Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

81%

· Karatta, South Australia

5000 acres hosted by James G.

1 Vehicle/Tent site

We offer these PRIMITIVE campsites with the understanding that campers will book a nocturnal tour via our website - hansonbay.com.au PLEASE CHECK TOUR AVAILABILITY BEFORE BOOKING CAMPSITE. Welcome to Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately-owned conservancy focused on providing habitat for native animals to live in the wild. Since 1997 the Sanctuary has worked to conserve and protect the natural resources within its boundaries, especially the native Australian flora and fauna. We have a BEACH camp site available that offer spectacular ocean views of the wild south coast. Campers will have access to a pit toilet during their stay. There is a 2 night maximum stay. You will find plenty of sightseeing opportunities and interesting places to visit within easy reach of Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Although much of the western end of Kangaroo Island was severely impacted by the January 2020 bushfires, the uniquely Australian story of rebirth and regeneration after fire is compelling. Much of the western end of Kangaroo Island is covered in parks and reserves and it is often referred to as the natural end of the Island. You will find large areas of pristine natural bushland, numerous native wildlife, spectacular, rugged coastal cliffs and beautiful seascapes and beaches. Throughout the wilderness areas you will also discover old buildings and ruins which have been preserved because of their historical role in the development of the island. And if that is not enough to hold your interest, you can swim in the bay, fish from a sandy beach, dive some ship wrecks, surf some big waves, go sand boarding or go bush walking, Whatever your interest, you will find plenty of things to do on your next holiday at the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. FLINDERS CHASE NATIONAL PARK The Flinders Chase National Park covers much of the western end of Kangaroo Island. The park has a diverse range of wildlife including Platypus, Kangaroos, Koalas and Cape Barren Geese. Flinders Chase offers stunning coastal landscapes, vast areas of wilderness and a variety of recreational opportunities. There is a network of walking trails throughout the park providing you with numerous bushwalking opportunities. REMARKABLE ROCKS Remarkable Rocks is an impressive cluster of sculpted granite boulders perched on a huge rounded granite dome that drops steeply away to the surging seas some 70 metres below. ADMIRALS ARCH Admirals Arch is a spectacular archway formed by the relentless waves pounding the cliffs and cutting a path through the cliffs. There is also a colony of New Zealand Fur seals that bask on the rocks below Admirals Arch. Plus so much more to see and do! Limited phone reception. Sorry, no pets.We offer these campsites with the understanding that campers will book a nocturnal tour via our website- hansonbay.com.au PLEASE CHECK TOUR AVAILABILITY BEFORE BOOKING CAMPSITE. Welcome to Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, a privately-owned conservancy focused on providing habitat for native animals to live in the wild. Since 1997 the Sanctuary has worked to conserve and protect the natural resources within its boundaries, especially the native Australian flora and fauna. We have a BEACH camp site available that offer spectacular ocean views of the wild south coast. Campers will have access to a pit toilet during their stay. You will find plenty of sightseeing opportunities and interesting places to visit within easy reach of Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Although much of the western end of Kangaroo Island was severely impacted by the January 2020 bushfires, the uniquely Australian story of rebirth and regeneration after fire is compelling. Much of the western end of Kangaroo Island is covered in parks and reserves and it is often referred to as the natural end of the Island. You will find large areas of pristine natural bushland, numerous native wildlife, spectacular, rugged coastal cliffs and beautiful seascapes and beaches. Throughout the wilderness areas you will also discover old buildings and ruins which have been preserved because of their historical role in the development of the island. And if that is not enough to hold your interest, you can swim in the bay, fish from a sandy beach, dive some ship wrecks, surf some big waves, go sand boarding or go bush walking, Whatever your interest, you will find plenty of things to do on your next holiday at the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. FLINDERS CHASE NATIONAL PARK The Flinders Chase National Park covers much of the western end of Kangaroo Island. The park has a diverse range of wildlife including Platypus, Kangaroos, Koalas and Cape Barren Geese. Flinders Chase offers stunning coastal landscapes, vast areas of wilderness and a variety of recreational opportunities. There is a network of walking trails throughout the park providing you with numerous bushwalking opportunities. REMARKABLE ROCKS Remarkable Rocks is an impressive cluster of sculpted granite boulders perched on a huge rounded granite dome that drops steeply away to the surging seas some 70 metres below. ADMIRALS ARCH Admirals Arch is a spectacular archway formed by the relentless waves pounding the cliffs and cutting a path through the cliffs. There is also a colony of New Zealand Fur seals that bask on the rocks below Admirals Arch. Plus so much more to see and do! Limited phone reception. Sorry, no pets.

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Wildlife watching

Natural features

Beach

Coastal

81%

21 Ratings · 17 reviews

Denise R.recommends

September 13, 2024

Wildlife Sanctuary Camp- Beach Camp

A beautiful location and the companion nocturnal tour was amazing as well. We camped at the 2nd spot. The spots do have good signage in front of them, but keep an eye out on the way in or you may miss them (you might be distracted looking at kangaroos). If you end up at the bathroom by the beach entrance you have gone too far. Also worth getting up for the sunrise on the beach!

Margaret Y.

January 23, 2024

Wildlife Sanctuary Camp- Beach Camp

Our camp site was sheltered from the wind and a relatively short walk to the beach and toilet. The site was very hard to find and the free wifi hotspot at the entrance to the Sanctuary did not work at all and we tried all four of our mobile phones without success. One of us had one bar on their Telstra network and we rang the host and Josh drove down and guided us to the camping area. We had been in that area but with no signage we had became somewhat lost. Josh showed us two white painted posts that were unmarked but apparently were the indication of camp locations, so this could be added to the 'directions' description. We didn't stay the 3rd booked night opting to make the most of an opportunity to see another part of the island. Josh was friendly when showing us the site and the area was very rustic and clean.

A M.recommends

January 21, 2024

Wildlife Sanctuary Camp- Beach Camp

Great camping spot at Hanson Bay

We camped at Hanson Bay and loved the site. It was tucked in at the dunes which was great because then we got some shade during the day. You can hear the waves crashing on the beach while you sleep very peaceful.

Rosalyn G.doesn't recommend

January 13, 2024

Wildlife Sanctuary Camp- Bush Camp

Poor communication

We arrived at the camp site - we had been messaging earlier in the day as we had lost power on our fridge and needed to know if there would be somewhere we can plug in. There was no response. We arrived at the camp site and were not sure where to park and tried multiple times to text and call and there was no response. Perhaps guys you should have a back up option for communications. We ended up at the caravan park down the road.

Cindy C.recommends

January 5, 2024

Wildlife Sanctuary Camp- Beach Camp

Secluded camp site

Camp site was great! Although I think we ended up being given directions to their bush site instead of the beachfront site, but it was perfect in the end as it was quite windy and the bush site was nicely protected from the wind. Camping spaces aren’t super clearly marked but we followed the instructions and just camped wherever we wanted within the site and it was great. Very private, we were the only people there, and two minute walk to the beach and toilet (drop toilet but very clean). The night tour we booked through the sanctuary was also great - very interesting and guide was very knowledgeable and we got to see plenty of wildlife.

Ana K.

December 21, 2023

Wildlife Sanctuary Camp- Beach Camp

Fabulous location but its fir the young ones. I need a few conveniences

Location

Karatta, South Australia, AustraliaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by James G.

Joined in June 2021

Response rate: 40%Response time: Within 17 hours

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