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North Coast Marine Discovery Tour
Highlights
- Step aboard 'Radikal' for an intimate exploration of Kangaroo Island's rugged North West Coast with just 7 guests.
- Immerse yourself in wildlife documentation, contributing to conservation efforts while learning about the region's unique geology.
- Snorkel in shallow reefs to encounter vibrant marine life like Australian Sea-lions and dolphins in their natural habitat.
- Savour a gourmet lunch and afternoon tea featuring local produce, enhancing your day of scientific discovery and natural wonders.
Step aboard ‘Radikal,’ their eight-metre Zodiac rib, for a unique exploration of Kangaroo Island’s untouched North West Coast.
As a citizen scientist, immerse yourself in documenting the rich wildlife of this ancient rugged coastline, and learn about its geology and ongoing conservation efforts.
Weather permitting, snorkel in shallow reefs to encounter vibrant marine life such as the Australian Sea-lion, long-nosed fur seal, dolphins, and Western Blue Groper.
Limited to just 7 guests, this exclusive tour includes a lunch and afternoon tea featuring local gourmet produce.
Join them for a day of scientific discovery while being captivated by the natural wonders of Kangaroo Island!
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Uses easy to read fonts in their signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial).
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.
- Toiletries which are chemical and fragrance free (if requested).
- Linen that is chemical and fragrance free (if requested).
- Uses organic (chemical and fragrance free) cleaning products.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.radki.com.au/frequently-asked-questions/
Operation information
Research and Discovery Coastal Tours, Kangaroo Island (RAD KI)
Based at Stokes Bay, Research and Discovery Coastal Tours, Kangaroo Island (RAD KI) offers personalised and authentic marine and land tours on Kangaroo Island, providing a unique blend of adventure, wildlife and volunteer research tourism.
Owned and operated by local, experienced eco-guides Ro and Phil, RAD KI is driven by a deep knowledge of the natural environment and its inhabitants.
Blending citizen science and nature exploration, RAD KI focuses on engaging and educating visitors, facilitating hands-on data collection in rarely explored, ecologically sensitive areas and fostering a deep connection to environment and country.
RAD KI holds a South Australian Marine Mammals Interaction Permit, allowing guests to get up close and personal with sea-lions, seals and dolphins, and even enter the water with them under the right conditions.
Activities
Tags
Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
- Marine Tourism Accreditation
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- SA – Tourism Kangaroo Island
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