easy
1–2 hours
No special fitness level required; suitable for most visitors.
Discover the magic of local honeybees with Kangaroo Island Living Honey. This hands-on beekeeping experience offers insights into sustainable apiary practices and the vital role of pollinators, all set amid the island’s stunning landscapes.
For Ages 6+ • 2 Hours • A Unique Experience To Remember
2 Hours
We deliver this experience on our working honey farm and this is a true hands on experience to share with you the process of being a beekeeper and how we produce some of the best honey in the World.
We have around 350 operational hives with up to 50000 resident bees per hive at any given time. You will be suited up in a beekeeping outfit and then head out to the hives to learn and see what happens inside the hive. We will share with you the workings of an operational productive hive, see the smoking process, open their home and check out the busy bees doing their thing. We will look out for the Queen Bee and the different stages of development. You will get a great insight as to what they do with Honey, Pollen and Propolis within the hive, hold a frame of bees and touch the honeycomb. This is great photo opportunity!
Once we conclude at the hive we will head to our shed where you will see the how the extraction process is set up and observe how it works, then taste some of the best honey in the world! We have up to six varieties.
Those with a disability that requrer a carer, must be accompanied by a paying adult carer.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by a paying adult and 100 cm tall. (Child from ages 6 to 11 years of age)
Senior must have a seniors card
For your own safety, when participation in the beekeeping experience you:
Always wear a beekeeping suit and gloves to stay safe during hive activities.
Apply sunscreen and wear a hat to shield yourself from the sun while outdoors.
Early morning visits allow you to see hive activity at its peak.
Avoid sudden movements and loud noises to keep the bees calm and friendly.
Kangaroo Island has a long history of sustainable farming and conservation, establishing itself as a leader in eco-tourism.
The apiary promotes local bee populations and educates visitors about the importance of pollinator health in maintaining biodiversity.
Protects your face from sun and bee stings during outdoor activities.
Shield your skin from UV rays during the outdoor workshop.
Wear sturdy footwear suitable for walking on farm terrain.
Stay hydrated throughout the experience, especially in warmer weather.