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I melted into the yoga mat beneath me.
Aerial view of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island located on Kangaroo Island in South Australia.Credit:Courtesy of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
With my eyes closed, I tuned in to the sounds of the bush waking up for the day.
I took in a deep breath and let it out slowly, reveling in the absence of civilizations cacophony.
Located 112 miles from mainland South Australias capital, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island is Australias third largest island.
A guest enjoying the outdoor bathtub on the Ocean View Villa’s balcony at Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island.Evan Bailey/Courtesy of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
During the especially searing summer of 20192020, lightning strikes ignited dry vegetation along the island’s northern coast.
The eastern portion of the island was largely untouched.
We really are unrivaled on the island for accommodation with this ideal Australian combination.
Here is my review of Sea Dragon, where robust nature and wildlife conservation meets laid-back luxury.
Next spring, Sea Dragon will debut four new rooms.
The latter mildly sweet with a pronounced floral flavor comes from the worlds last purebred Ligurian bee colonies.
Menus change daily and are based on the availability of South Australian products.
The lamb and most seafood come from island providers, and native herbs and edible plants are grown on-premise.
Check Sea Dragons website for a listing by season.
Guided half-day nature tours of the island are also included.
Or plan your own itinerary with theofficial island tourism guide.
Upon request, Sea Dragon staff can help curate an experience for you.
A guest enjoying the outdoor bathtub on the Ocean View Villa’s balcony at Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island.Evan Bailey/Courtesy of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
Over half of Sea Dragons 250-acre property is designated as a protected heritage and wildlife conservancy.
By the end of 2024, Sea Dragon will have completed its Eco Tourism Certification with Eco Tourism Australia.
Sea Dragons onsite wastewater recycling program maintains local fauna in months of low rainwater while minimizing waste and runoff.
Interior of the guest dining room at Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island.Evan Bailey/Courtesy of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
Location
Theres plenty of beautiful scenery around the hotel property and neighboring Cape Willoughby.
The closest town of size, Penneshaw, is about 25 minutes away.
The islands most famous attractions are farther afield.
Guest of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island with a kangaroo.Courtesy of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
About 40 minutes from the park, along the southern coast, endangered sea lions lounge inSeal Bay.
Aerial view of the property and ocean at Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island.Courtesy of Sea Dragon Kangaroo Island
