How should we use eight or nine nights around a four-night Kangaroo Island stay?

Book vehicle ferry space and island accommodation early, then decide how many Adelaide nights you need at each end. A relaxed return night before flying is valuable.

Use mainland time for coast or Hills walks, leaving a weather margin before the island crossing. Choose trails by current access and walking grade.

Place the island's ferry and four nights first, then add one or two mainland bases that fit the route. Avoid adding a distant region just to fill the remaining days.