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Wildlife viewing · Kingscote, South Australia
Seal Bay Conservation Park
A south-coast beach on Kangaroo Island with a colony of Australian sea lions, visited from a boardwalk or on a guided walk along the sand.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Seal Bay Conservation Park
Seal Bay is a conservation area on Kangaroo Island’s south coast, about 55 km from Kingscote. The beach hosts one of the largest colonies of Australian sea lions, a species found only on the country’s southern and western coasts and with a small population.
The sea lions spend days at sea hunting and return to the beach to rest and nurse pups. On the sand they lie between the dunes and the surf, just meters from visitors.
A wooden boardwalk over the dunes leads to lookouts above the beach. To reach the sand, you must join the guided beach walk, in which park rangers take small groups close to the animals and explain the colony’s life.
The visit is paid, and the guided beach walk runs at scheduled times during the day; check the current timetable.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
In the morning, when many sea lions rest on the beach. In summer, arrive early to avoid the heat.
How to get there
By car, about 55 km from Kingscote via Birchmore Road and Seal Bay Road.
Tip
Do the guided beach walk: it’s the only way to get close to the sea lions.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Seal Bay Conservation Park
Can you go to Seal Bay without a guide?
No. The boardwalk leads to lookouts; the beach can only be visited on the guided walk.
What animals are seen at Seal Bay?
Australian sea lions, with pups in part of the year.
Is the visit to Seal Bay paid?
Yes; check the current fee table and guided walk times.