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Exterior, Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Southern Ocean Lodge

South Australia and The Southern Outback, Australia

Above the crashing surf of the Southern Ocean on Kangaroo Island, this stunning lodge boasts beautiful panoramic views and adjoins two National Parks. Each of the twenty-one luxurious suites features lavish king sleeping areas, sunken lounge, dramatic glass-walled bathroom and an outdoor terrace from which to enjoy the spectacular view.

*After devastating damage from the bushfires, Southern Ocean Lodge is due to reopen the second half of 2023*

Above the crashing surf of the Southern Ocean on Kangaroo Island, this stunning lodge boasts beautiful panoramic views and adjoins two National Parks. Each of the twenty-one luxurious suites features lavish king sleeping areas, sunken lounge, dramatic glass-walled bathroom and an outdoor terrace from which to enjoy the spectacular view.

Why we like Southern Ocean Lodge

Exclusive without being pretentious, Southern Ocean Lodge is one of the most awarded, luxurious and exclusive retreats in Australia. The views from the hotel are simply stunning with nothing but ocean between you and Antarctica.

Facilities

A gastronomic restaurant with panoramic views
Infinity-edge plunge pool
Outdoor seating area
Library and game room
Mountain bikes
Spa

Activities

Touring is included during a stay here and is designed to highlight the wildlife and marine life of the island. Home to sea lions, fur seals, dolphins, kangaroo, echidna and possum to name a few, Kangaroo Island is often referred to as Australia’s Galapagos. Try out additional activities such as beach fishing (the chef will be delighted to cook your catch), stargazing, walking or just relax and enjoy one of the lodges signature spa treatments.

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Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

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South Australia and Kangaroo Island

Combine Kangaroo Island, the Flinders Ranges, Barossa Valley and Murray River for a holiday that epitomises how sustainability, fun and fulfilment in Australia’s great outdoors can all come together.

14 days from £10,495pp

Jeep Arkaba Station Flinders Ranges

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Lord Howe and The Great Ocean Road

Showcasing two of Australia’s cities, Sydney and Melbourne, a stay on the World Heritage listed island of Lord Howe plus a private guided wildlife adventure along the Great Ocean Road.

12 days from £8,995pp

Panoramic view across the length of Lord Howe Island with greenery in foreground to Mount Gower in distance.

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Highlights of Australia

This holiday to Australia combines the buzz of Sydney with the mystique of Uluru and the rainforest and reefs of Queensland.

13 days from £6,895pp

Ayers Rock, Uluru, Australia

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Ultimate Tasmania

Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state and this holiday really does show off the best of this beautiful island. The charming city of Hobart, uninhabited and pristine islands, sweeping sandy bays, towering mountains, unique wildlife and gourmet food.

13 days from £8,280pp

Top of Mt Amos overlooking Wineglass Bay, Tasmania, Australia

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Family Holiday to Australia

This 14 day family holiday to Australia combines the wilds of Kakadu with the beautiful beaches, underwater world and rainforests of Queensland, plus the highlights of Sydney and plenty of time for family fun.

14 days from £5,695pp

Aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef

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Perth and The Ningaloo Reef

Spend time exploring Australia’s laid-back city of Perth before heading north to the Ningaloo Reef, home to pristine beaches and a magical underwater world.

8 days from £3,695pp

Manta Ray on the Ningaloo Reef

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South Australia and Kangaroo Island

Combine Kangaroo Island, the Flinders Ranges, Barossa Valley and Murray River for a holiday that epitomises how sustainability, fun and fulfilment in Australia’s great outdoors can all come together.

14 days from £10,495pp

Jeep Arkaba Station Flinders Ranges

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Lord Howe and The Great Ocean Road

Showcasing two of Australia’s cities, Sydney and Melbourne, a stay on the World Heritage listed island of Lord Howe plus a private guided wildlife adventure along the Great Ocean Road.

12 days from £8,995pp

Panoramic view across the length of Lord Howe Island with greenery in foreground to Mount Gower in distance.

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Highlights of Australia

This holiday to Australia combines the buzz of Sydney with the mystique of Uluru and the rainforest and reefs of Queensland.

13 days from £6,895pp

Ayers Rock, Uluru, Australia

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Ultimate Tasmania

Tasmania is Australia’s smallest state and this holiday really does show off the best of this beautiful island. The charming city of Hobart, uninhabited and pristine islands, sweeping sandy bays, towering mountains, unique wildlife and gourmet food.

13 days from £8,280pp

Top of Mt Amos overlooking Wineglass Bay, Tasmania, Australia

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Family Holiday to Australia

This 14 day family holiday to Australia combines the wilds of Kakadu with the beautiful beaches, underwater world and rainforests of Queensland, plus the highlights of Sydney and plenty of time for family fun.

14 days from £5,695pp

Aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef

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Perth and The Ningaloo Reef

Spend time exploring Australia’s laid-back city of Perth before heading north to the Ningaloo Reef, home to pristine beaches and a magical underwater world.

8 days from £3,695pp

Manta Ray on the Ningaloo Reef

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Where to stay in Australia

Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any journey.

More luxury accommodation

Southern Ocean Lodge

£££££

Above the crashing surf of the Southern Ocean on Kangaroo Island, this stunning lodge boasts beautiful panoramic views and adjoins two National Parks. Each of the twenty-one luxurious suites features lavish king sleeping areas, sunken lounge,…

Exterior, Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island, Australia

Arkaba Station

Farmstead and Ranches
£££££

Arkaba Homestead sits on a 60,000-acre private conservancy amidst the Flinders Ranges; an ancient landscape moulded by millions of years of geological activity and home to some of Australia’s most spectacular outback scenery and wildlife.

Arkaba Station Pool, Flinders Ranges, Southern Australia

The Louise

Vineyard
£££££

Perched atop a gently rolling hillside, lined with vines, The Louise is a boutique hotel set in gardens amidst the wineries and vineyards of the renowned Barossa wine region. Each of the 15 suites offers a…

Entrance, The Louise, Barossa, Australia

Prairie Hotel

B&B, Motel and Guesthouse
£££££

Literally in the middle of nowhere, The Prairie is a true outback hotel. Set in the vast outback of South Australia, with the Flinders Ranges on its doorstep, guestrooms are simply furnished but comfortable. The front…

Exterior, Prairie Hotel, Flinders Ranges, Australia

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