One-of-a-kind wilderness cruise along Tasmania's wild coast
One-of-a-kind wilderness cruise along Tasmania's wild coast
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Hobart
Begin your journey with a hassle-free pickup from select hotels in Hobart's CBD, allowing you to relax and get ready for a full day of Bruny Island wonders.
Kettering Ferry Crossing
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Bruny Island Honey
Tickets included
Taste award-winning Tasmanian honey at Bruny Island Honey Pot, where you’ll find everything from honeycombs to unique flavor infusions. Try the honeycomb—it's crunchy, natural, and unlike any bottled honey.
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The Neck Lookout and Wildlife Reserve
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Tickets included
Climb up to The Neck Lookout for sweeping views of both the eastern and western sides of Bruny Island, and explore a habitat for penguins and native wildlife.
Truganini Lookout Climb
Tickets included
A tribute to Truganini, the last full-blooded Aboriginal Tasmanian, this lookout offers panoramic views over Bruny Island.
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Morning Tea at Adventure Bay
Your next stop is at Two Tree Point and Resolution Creek, where Captain Cook gathered water during his voyage. A charming beach picnic with local cheeses from the Bruny Island Cheese Co, oysters, and freshly baked baguettes—everything you need to fuel up and enjoy the stunning sea views.
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South Bruny National Park
Tickets included
A preserved wilderness area with trails, beaches, and unique flora, South Bruny National Park is a haven for outdoor explorers and beach lovers alike. On your drive through the park, your guide will help you spot the elusive white wallabies.
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Cape Bruny Lighthouse
Tickets included
Visit the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, one of Australia’s oldest and built by convicts, and enjoy an exclusive tour with a walk on the lighthouse balcony.
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Lunch at Hotel Bruny
Tickets included
Savor a delicious meal with views over Sunset Beach, a perfect spot to relax with local dishes and fresh Bruny ingredients.
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Bruny Island Chocolate Co.
Tickets included
Indulge your sweet tooth with artisanal chocolates and fudge, handcrafted from Tasmanian ingredients at Bruny Island Chocolate Co. Chocolate here is crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Known for fudge with unique island flavors.
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Bruny Island Cheese Co.
Tickets included
Taste some of the finest Australian artisanal cheeses, reflecting the seasonal nature of the Huon Valley dairy farm and their herd of rare breed cows.
Optional Stop at Get Shucked Oysters
Snacks
Right next door is Get Shucked Oysters, which has its own oyster farm, ensuring fresh, top-quality oysters. Buy a few to take back with you; iceboxes are available on the tour to keep purchases fresh.
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Return Ferry from Bruny Island Terminal
Tickets included
Say goodbye to Bruny as you board the ferry back to Kettering, enjoying final views of the island and channel scenery.
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Hobart
Exclusive lighthouse tour paired with beachside gourmet food tastings.
Exclusive lighthouse tour paired with beachside gourmet food tastings.
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The Hobart Travel and Information Centre is the default pick-up location. You must notify us should you pick this location. Please remember that pick-up is available within a 5km radius of the CBD.
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Get Shucked Oyster Bar
20 mins
Free Admission
Feast on some of the freshest oysters on Bruny Island. A favorite stop for foodies and even appeared on the travel show Gourmet Farmer.
9.4 kms
8 mins
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The Neck
30 mins
Free Admission
This narrow strip of land connects the north and south of Bruny Island. Climb the 279 steps for panoramic views of the island’s beaches and wildlife.
12.3 kms
13 mins
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Adventure Bay
30 mins
Free Admission
Adventure Bay is rich in both history and nature. Explore pristine beaches, or dive into the stories of explorers like Captain Cook who anchored here during his voyage.
5.9 kms
7 mins
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Bruny Island Chocolate Company
15 mins
Free Admission
Satisfy your sweet tooth with artisan chocolates made on the island. Their famous fudges and truffles are a perfect treat (or souvenir).
6.8 kms
6 mins
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Alonnah
45 mins
Free Admission
This quiet village offers a slower pace, with easy coastal walks and breathtaking views.
Lunch
Lunch
At the Hotel Bruny Pub, you'll find a variety of delicious meal options using locally sourced produce (at your expense).
25 kms
33 mins
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Cape Bruny Lighthouse
30 mins
Tickets not included
42 kms
47 mins
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Bruny Island Honey
15 mins
Free Admission
This small, family-run shop sells some of the most delicious and unique honey you’ll ever taste, including varieties like Leatherwood and Manuka.
3.5 kms
4 mins
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Bruny Island Cheese Company
Free Admission
Artisan cheese, anyone? This is where Bruny Island’s unique flavors come together in the form of some seriously good cheese. From raw milk cheeses to washed rinds, their cheese-making process is a true craft. Pair it with local cider, and you’ve got a match made in island heaven.
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Ideal for Hobart visitors—affordable small group tour with local insights.
Ideal for Hobart visitors—affordable small group tour with local insights.
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Franklin Wharf, Hobart
You'll start your adventure in Hobart, where you’ll board the bus for your journey to Bruny Island. The boarding point is nestled in Hobart’s waterfront, providing an easy and scenic launch for the day.
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Kettering Ferry Crossing
Tickets included
The ferry crossing to Bruny Island takes you across the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. Onboard, enjoy the expansive views of the water and surrounding coastline. The 20-minute journey is perfect for spotting seabirds and feeling the fresh Tasmanian air.
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Morning Tea at Adventure Bay
Tickets included
This full-day tour comes with a delicious morning tea. Enjoy a relaxing break with a freshly baked blueberry muffin paired with a hot or cold drink at the Bruny Island Cruises Restaurant. The outdoor setting offers views of Adventure Bay, where you can watch the calm waves lap against the shore.
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Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise
Tickets included
This is the main attraction of the day, where you’ll cruise through Bruny Island's wild coast. Look out for sea eagles, dolphins, seals, and rare seabirds as you pass dramatic cliffs, sea caves, and the Bruny Island Arch. The custom-built yellow boats are designed for exceptional views.
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Lunch at Bruny Island
Tickets included
You'll also get to enjoy a gourmet lunch at the Bruny Island Cruises Restaurant. Choose between options like premium fish & chips, homemade pumpkin soup, and a gourmet salad roll with your choice of Tasmanian Salmon or local ham. Wash it all down with a drink of Tasmanian wine, beer, cider, or juice.
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Bruny Island Ferry Terminal
Tickets included
Board the ferry again for the return trip to Hobart, with views of the island fading into the distance. This is a peaceful part of the day, perfect for reflecting on the adventure or enjoying the sea breeze one last time.
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Franklin Wharf, Hobart
Full-day tour with transfers, gourmet lunch, and one-of-a-kind wilderness cruise.
Full-day tour with transfers, gourmet lunch, and one-of-a-kind wilderness cruise.
Inclusions
Hobart
Start the journey from Hobart for a full day of tastings, iconic stops, and beautiful landscapes on Bruny Island.
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Kettering Ferry Crossing
Tickets included
Ferry crossing of the D'Entrecasteaux Channel, offering views of the coastlines and chances to spot local wildlife like dolphins and seals.
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Bruny Island Cheese & Beer Co.
Tickets included
Taste a variety of aged cheeses, including raw-milk cheese, and locally brewed ales; a top spot to discover Bruny Island's award-winning dairy and craft beer scene.
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The Neck Lookout
Tickets included
Famous for 360-degree views of Bruny Island’s isthmus, connecting the north and south of the island, with a boardwalk leading to Truganini Lookout.
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Mavista Rainforest
Tickets included
A cool, shaded walk among ancient tree ferns and eucalypts, with a chance to spot the rare white wallabies that roam Bruny's forests.
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Lunch at Pennicott's
Tickets included
Beachside restaurant offering a locally sourced lunch; savor fresh oysters, grilled fish, or a lamb platter, with local wines, beers, or ciders and views of Adventure Bay. The oysters come directly from Get Shucked, a sustainable oyster farm on the island.
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Bligh Museum
Tickets included
Small museum with artifacts related to exploration, whaling, and early settlers, including items from Captain Bligh's voyages. Check out the nautical maps and whaling exhibits—they’re unique to Tasmania’s history.
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Two Tree Point
Tickets included
Short beach walk near Adventure Bay with views over the Tasman Sea; a great spot for a relaxing stroll by the water’s edge. If the tide is low, look for interesting rock pools along the beach.
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HIBA Gardens
1 attractions
Tickets included
Stroll through gardens with both native Tasmanian plants and rare exotic species, designed for peaceful walks among flowers and foliage specific to the region. Look out for the Huon pines—some are hundreds of years old and thrive only in Tasmania.
Bruny Island Chocolate Co.
Tickets included
Sample a variety of handcrafted chocolates, truffles, and fudges using ingredients unique to the island, such as pepperberry, honey, and wattle seed. Try the pepperberry-infused chocolates for a hint of Tasmania’s unique flavors—it’s a spicy, local favorite.
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Bruny Island Honey
Tickets included
Tastings of Bruny Island Honey products, including honey ice cream and spiced honey, sourced from island bees that feed on rare flowers. The honey farm uses only Tasmanian wildflowers, including leatherwood.
Get Shucked Oysters
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Bruny Island Ferry Terminal
Tickets included
Scenic ferry ride back to the mainland, with the opportunity to see the island from a new perspective as the sun sets.
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Hobart
Guided gourmet experience with rainforest walks and beach visits.
Guided gourmet experience with rainforest walks and beach visits.
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Hobart
Start your day by meeting in central Hobart Hobart, where you’ll receive maps, brochures, and advice on the best spots to visit on Bruny Island.
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Kettering Ferry Crossing
Tickets included
Hop on the ferry from Kettering to Bruny Island, where you’ll have views of the coastline, the towering cliffs of Bruny Island, and the vast southern ocean.
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Cape Queen Elizabeth Trail
1 attractions
Free Admission
Embark on a 2-hour walk along a well-maintained path, passing Mars Bluff to Miles Beach, where the white sand stretches into the distance. The Bruny Island Arch, a unique rock formation, awaits at the trail’s end.
Miles Beach
Free Admission
Miles Beach offers a pristine stretch of white sand, perfect for beach walks and taking in the stunning coastal views. Framed by the rugged cliffs of Mars Bluff, this secluded beach has crystal-clear waters and soft sand, ideal for a peaceful stop along the Cape Queen Elizabeth trail.
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The Neck Lookout
Free Admission
Climb 279 steps to the Truganini Lookout for sweeping 360-degree views of The Neck, the isthmus connecting North and South Bruny Island, with the rugged landscape on all sides.
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Two Tree Point
Free Admission
Learn about the history of Bruny Island at this peaceful spot, then head to Adventure Bay, a beautiful stretch of white sand and blue waves framed by towering eucalyptus trees. Grab a picnic and relax by the shore or opt for a lunch with a view at the Bruny Island Cruises Seafood Restaurant (at extra cost).
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Bruny Island Chocolate Co.
Indulge in handcrafted chocolates, truffles, and fudges made from local ingredients, including Bruny Island honey and pepperberries, at this award-winning chocolate maker.
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Bruny Island Honey
Taste the island's pure honey varieties, made from the nectar of native Tasmanian flowers, then try their honey ice cream, a creamy and sweet treat.
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Bruny Island Cheese Co.
Experience an exclusive tasting at this artisan cheese and brewery, where you’ll sample a variety of cheeses and craft beers, all produced on the island.
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Get Shucked Oyster Farm
Visit the oyster farm, where you’ll see oysters harvested directly from the pristine waters of Great Bay. You can purchase fresh oysters to take home.
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Bruny Island Ferry Terminal
Tickets included
After a day filled with incredible sights and flavors, board the ferry back to Kettering for the return trip to Hobart. Enjoy the views one last time as the sun sets over the water.
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Hobart
2-hour hike to reach Bruny's uncrowded coastal landscapes.
2-hour hike to reach Bruny's uncrowded coastal landscapes.
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The Bruny Island Cruise allows you to watch the spectacular island in comfort. The custom-designed cruise takes you around the wild coastline of Bruny Island. Sit back and relax as nature unravels its beautiful cliffs and rugged mountains. You can spot unique wildlife such as dolphins, fur seals, albatross, and wedge-tailed eagles on your voyage. For AU$145, this full-day tour begins at Hobart. Upgrade your ticket with a transfer from Kettering.
Transfers: Optional transfers are available from Hobart & Kettering.
Itinerary: Your cruise begins at 11:00 AM from Adventure Bay. After some refreshing tea, you will sail along the Southern coast of Tasmania. Spot a range of wildlife and magnificent landscapes over 3 hours, after which you will be taken back to the boarding point. If you choose the optional transfer, you will be dropped off at Hobart or Kettering.
Discounted Tickets: Infants aged 2 years & below enjoy free admission. Children between ages 3-16 get reduced price tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
Super Flexible Cancelation: Get a full refund on cancelation up to 24 hours before the schedule.
Bruny Island Cruise TicketsThe 10-hour day tour in Bruny Island is the only complete package you ever need to experience the beautiful emerald island. Try the finest local produce such as cheese, fudge berries, wine, and the unique oysters. Take your adventure soul to HIBA Gardens, a sprawling 50-acre private garden, and enjoy the Adventure Bay. This AU$210 ticket includes a visit to the fascinating Bligh Museum and a dive deep into the history of Pacific Exploration. Enjoy your lunch at Get Shucked that serves filling-spread and two glasses of wine, beer, or cider.
Transfers: Round trip transfers included.
Itinerary: Depart from Hobart at 7:45 AM, after which you will board the ferry to Bruny Island. Once you are on board, you will begin your tasting tour of a range of local delicacies and beer. After this is the Neck Lookout and walk through the Mavista Rainforest. Stop at Get Shucked for lunch and then explore other attractions in the area including Twp Tree Point, Bligh Museum, Adventure Bay, HIBA Gardens, and Hounds Tooth Whisky. Finish the evening at Bruny Island Chocolate Company and Bruny Island Honey.
Discounted Tickets: Infants aged 2 years & below enjoy free admission. Children between ages 3-17 get reduced price tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
Super Flexible Cancelation: Get a full refund on cancelation up to 24 hours before the schedule.
Bruny Island Day Tours TicketsBruny Island is Tasmania's best-kept secret. Far from the chaos of Australian cities, Bruny Island is located off the coast of Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. Blessed with nature, Bruny Island is two islands connected by an isthmus, popularly known as The Neck.
Find on mapsBruny Island is known for its pristine and rugged landscape, swimming and fishing beaches, unique wildlife, and supreme quality food and wine. It is the home of the South Bruny National Park, ideal for wilderness trekking and walks.
You can spot teeming wildlife like fur seals in a Bruny Island Cruise, sample authentic cheese, or simply enjoy the breathtaking views. Take a Bruny Island Tour and immerse yourself in pristine natural landscapes!
From North to South, Bruny Island is a magnificent place filled with wilderness, stunning landscape, and welcoming candor. From The Neck that connects the two landmasses to the majestic South Bruny National Park abundant with wildlife and inviting ruggedness, you’ll always feel occupied in Bruny Island.
The Neck is a moniker for the narrow strip of land linking the North and South Bruny Island. The Neck Lookout on top offers stunning 360-degree views of the Island. You can even take the boardwalks to find viewpoints where you can enjoy the scenery. The surrounding Neck Game Reserve is home to adorable fairy penguins and short-tailed shearwaters. Stroll through the beach at dusk to see birds returning to their burrows and penguins’ group together and saunter.
On the southern tip of Bruny Island stands the famous Cape Bruny Lighthouse. It was built in 1836 and lit in 1838. Towering 114 meters above the cliffs of Cape Bruny, it offers picturesque views of the South Bruny coastline. To reach the top balcony of the lighthouse, you have to climb the cast-iron spiral stairs. You can hear stories of shipwreck tragedies, fascinating ways in which the lighthouse was lit before it turned solar power, and the hardships of convicts who built the white lighthouse.
South Bruny National Park is a mix of long coastlines, exotic rainforests, and a rich history. The landscape features cliffs and beaches, ideal for walks and swimming. Cloudy Bay is where surfers can ride waves, while others can enjoy long walks along the beach. Walking through the wilderness, you can spot birds, sea eagles, wildflowers, and even orchids. If you're really lucky, you may encounter the magnificent annual migration of humpback whales towards the south.
There's no end to the spectacular wildlife you can spot at Bruny Island. The quaint, largely unexplored, and rugged Island offers an up-close view of some of the world's most exotic wildlife. Find White Wallabies, endangered Forty Spotted Pardalote, Fairy Penguins, Short Tail Shearwaters as you wade through the landscape. The White Wallabies in Bruny Island are unique in that you won't find this color in any other part of the world, including other wallabies found in Australia. Its Fairy Penguins are also the smallest in the world.
Located on the Tasman Sea, Bruny Island is part of Tasmania, Australia. It's separated from Tasmania by the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. The only way to enter Bruny Island is via a vehicular ferry operating from Kettering on the Tasmanian mainland.
By Ferry: The Ferry to Bruny Island is operated by the public transport company Sea Link Bruny Island Ferry. It's open 365 days a year and operates between 06.10 A.M to 07.00 P.M with a 20-minute interval.
By Car: You can't rent a car on Bruny Island, but you can take your passenger vehicle to Bruny Island on the SeaLink Bruny Island Ferry.
Find on mapsBruny Island Cruise:
3 - 10 Hrs
Bruny Island Traveller Day Tour:
10 Hrs
September to February is the best time to visit Bruny Island. January is the hottest month, with temperatures rising to 18 degrees Celsius on average. Temperatures in Bruny Island drop to the lowest in July. While in March, autumn comes with heavy rains.
A. The best Bruny Island Tours include the day tour and the island cruise.
A. Bruny Island Tours start at AU$145.
A. Bruny Island Tours can be easily booked online.
A. You can choose between the Bruny Island Day Tour and the Bruny Island Cruise.
A. On Bruny Island Tours you can see unique wildlife like White Wallabies, Forty Spotted Pardalote, Fairy Penguins, Short Tail Shearwaters, and Fur Seals.
A. The Bruny Island Cruise lasts for 3 - 10 hours, depending on your tour options.
A. A complete Bruny Island Day Tour is 10-hour long.
A. Yes, you can upgrade your Bruny Island tickets to include transfers from Hobart and Kettering.
A. Ticket for Bruny Island Cruise costs AU$145 while Bruny Island Traveller Day Tour ticket would cost AU$210.