Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is a 2,000-hectare privately owned conservation property situated on the western end of Kangaroo Island, South Australia, nestled between Kelly Hill Caves Conservation Park and Flinders Chase National Park. Founded in 1997, the sanctuary provides a genuine wilderness experience where native animals including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, possums, echidnas, and Rosenburg goannas roam freely across land rich with over 190 native plant species. Guided walking and driving tours operate during peak nocturnal activity periods, from dusk to dawn, offering exceptional wildlife spotting opportunities. The sanctuary also operates as an insurance colony housing koalas in partnership with Cleland Wildlife Park, and its remarkable post-2020 bushfire recovery stands as a testament to nature's resilience. Onsite beachfront cabin accommodation makes it an ideal retreat for those seeking an immersive nature experience.
