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Book Bruny Island Cruises and Day Tours
Explore Tasmania’s wild coast, with a chance to spot seals, dolphins, and sea eagles.
- Best for solo travelers, photographers, and nature lovers staying on Bruny or looking for a scenic day trip.
- Book this if you want a thrilling 3-hour cruise for close encounters with dolphins, seals, sea eagles, and dramatic coastal formations.
- Everything you get: Wilderness cruise, ferry transfers, scenic bus tour, morning tea, and a local guide to share insider knowledge.
- What you'll see: Dolphins surfing the waves, seals sunning on rocks, cliffs plunging into the sea, and the breathtaking 'Breathing Rock.'
Explore Tasmania’s wild coast, with a chance to spot seals, dolphins, and sea eagles.
- Best for solo travelers, photographers, and nature lovers staying on Bruny or looking for a scenic day trip.
- Book this if you want a thrilling 3-hour cruise for close encounters with dolphins, seals, sea eagles, and dramatic coastal formations.
- Everything you get: Wilderness cruise, ferry transfers, scenic bus tour, morning tea, and a local guide to share insider knowledge.
- What you'll see: Dolphins surfing the waves, seals sunning on rocks, cliffs plunging into the sea, and the breathtaking 'Breathing Rock.'
Inclusions
- 3-hour wilderness cruise off Bruny Island
- Live commentary
- Round-trip ferry transfers from Kettering (if option selected)
- Full-day tour of Bruny Island (if option selected)
- Local guide (if option selected)
- Bruny Island bus tour (if option selected)
- Morning tea (if option selected)
- Tasmanian lunch (if option selected)
- Tip: If staying overnight on Bruny Island, head to The Neck lookout at dusk to spot fairy penguins as they come ashore.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible.
- The morning tea consists of freshly baked blueberry muffins and a hot or cold drink. Lunch includes premium fish and chips, homemade pumpkin soup, and a gourmet salad roll with a choice of Tasmanian Salmon or local ham. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available upon request.
- The ferry from Kettering to Bruny takes about 20 minutes. If you are booking the self-drive cruise, arrange your transport to Bruny Island in time to reach the meeting point.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERMinibus
START POINT
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
2
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
3
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
4
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
5
Alonnah
45 mins
Free Admission
This quiet village offers a slower pace, with easy coastal walks and breathtaking views.
Things to do
1. 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
6
Cape Bruny Lighthouse
30 mins
Tickets not included
Sightseeing & Photography
42 kms
47 mins
7
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
8
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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END POINT
Ideal for Hobart visitors—small group tour with local insights.
- Best for families, history buffs, and casual explorers looking for a relaxing yet enriching guided tour.
- Book this if you want a hassle-free day with expert guides, a scenic drive, and all the must-see Bruny Island sights, including ferry transfers.
- Everything you get: Ferry ride, bus tour, hotel pick-up/drop-off, local guide, scenic stops, and historical insights into Bruny’s unique past.
- What you'll see: Panoramic coastal views, glimpses of local wildlife, and learn about the history and culture from experienced guides.
Ideal for Hobart visitors—small group tour with local insights.
- Best for families, history buffs, and casual explorers looking for a relaxing yet enriching guided tour.
- Book this if you want a hassle-free day with expert guides, a scenic drive, and all the must-see Bruny Island sights, including ferry transfers.
- Everything you get: Ferry ride, bus tour, hotel pick-up/drop-off, local guide, scenic stops, and historical insights into Bruny’s unique past.
- What you'll see: Panoramic coastal views, glimpses of local wildlife, and learn about the history and culture from experienced guides.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Bruny Island from Hobart
- English-speaking guide
- Small group of up to 20 people
- Hobart CBD hotel transfers by AC vehicle
- Round-trip ferry transfers to Bruny Island from Kettering
Exclusions
- Food & beverages (available for purchase on the island)
- South Bruny National Park fees
- Admission tickets to Cape Bruny Lighthouse
- Tip: Keep your eyes peeled for the rare albino wallabies. These wallabies are unique to Bruny Island and have a genetic defect that turns their fur entirely white.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
- Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 20 people.
- This experience is suitable for participants with moderate fitness levels.
- The itinerary adapts daily to weather and group dynamics. With Bruny Island's abundance of experiences, guides customize each tour to maximize your visit, knowing one day can't cover everything.
- Please note that a Parks Pass will be required while on this tour. You can purchase a Parks Pass before your tour here. Alternatively, you can purchase a Parks Pass via phone during the day.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
[Exclusive: 10% Off Promo] From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour with Exclusive Lighthouse Tour, Lunch and Food Tastings
Exclusive lighthouse tour paired with beachside gourmet food tastings.
- Best for couples, foodies, and those looking for a blend of adventure and gourmet Bruny Island experiences.
- Book this if you want a full-day tour of iconic sites, including Cape Bruny Lighthouse and indulgent stops for cheese, oysters, and fresh local produce.
- Everything you get: Guided lighthouse tour, tastings of oysters and cheeses, plus lunch at a local restaurant with stunning coastal views.
- What you'll see: Cape Bruny Lighthouse with sweeping views, beachside tastings of local oysters, and the island's artisan food spots.
Exclusive lighthouse tour paired with beachside gourmet food tastings.
- Best for couples, foodies, and those looking for a blend of adventure and gourmet Bruny Island experiences.
- Book this if you want a full-day tour of iconic sites, including Cape Bruny Lighthouse and indulgent stops for cheese, oysters, and fresh local produce.
- Everything you get: Guided lighthouse tour, tastings of oysters and cheeses, plus lunch at a local restaurant with stunning coastal views.
- What you'll see: Cape Bruny Lighthouse with sweeping views, beachside tastings of local oysters, and the island's artisan food spots.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Bruny Island
- English-speaking guide
- Small group of up to 20 people
- Cape Bruny Lighthouse entry and tour
- Morning tea with cheese, oysters, & freshly-baked bread
- Lunch
- Tea, coffee, or hot chocolate
- Tastings at the chocolate and honey shop
- Round-trip transfers from Hobart
- Entry to South Bruny National Park
Exclusions
- Hound Tooth Whiskey sample (available at an extra cost when open)
- 7 to 7:25am: Pick up from Hobart
- 8am: Arrive at Kettering and take ferry to Bruny Island
- 8:45 to 1pm: Bruny Island tour:
- 1pm: Lunch
- Chocolate & fudge tastings
- The Neck Lookout
- The Bread Fridge
- 4pm: Return by ferry
- 5pm: Transfer to Hobart
- Tip: If alcoholic chocolates are your thing, try the delectable whiskey fudge bites to have your mind blown away.
- All dietary preferences can be accommodated in this tour.
- This tour is not recommended for children aged 2 and under.
- Children aged 5 and under cannot participate in the Cape Bruny Lighthouse tour but can walk inside at the base under the supervision of an adult.
- Guide dogs are welcome on this adventure.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Taste the island's finest—oysters, cheese, and wine—on a guided gourmet experience.
- Best for food lovers, couples, and small groups keen to savor the island's top gourmet offerings.
- Book this if you want to experience Bruny Island’s finest culinary delights, with tastings of local oysters, cheese, and wine paired with stunning scenery.
- Everything you get: Ferry transfers, award-winning cheese, freshly shucked oysters, wine, a gourmet lunch, and visits to the island’s best food producers.
- What you'll see: Coastal views, lush vineyards, and stops along Bruny’s top culinary spots, including a local oyster farm and cheese factory.
Taste the island's finest—oysters, cheese, and wine—on a guided gourmet experience.
- Best for food lovers, couples, and small groups keen to savor the island's top gourmet offerings.
- Book this if you want to experience Bruny Island’s finest culinary delights, with tastings of local oysters, cheese, and wine paired with stunning scenery.
- Everything you get: Ferry transfers, award-winning cheese, freshly shucked oysters, wine, a gourmet lunch, and visits to the island’s best food producers.
- What you'll see: Coastal views, lush vineyards, and stops along Bruny’s top culinary spots, including a local oyster farm and cheese factory.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Bruny Island from Hobart
- English-speaking guide
- Small group of up to 25 people
- Lunch
- 2 drinks (wine, beer, cider, or juice) with lunch
- Tastings of cheeses, freshly shucked oysters, handmade fudge, local honey
- Entry to HIBA English and Native Gardens
- Round-trip transfers from Hobart
- Ferry transfers
- 7:45am Depart Hobart
- SeaLink Bruny Island Ferry crossing
- 9:30am Bruny Island Cheese & Beer Co - exclusive tasting
- 10:30am The Neck lookout
- 11:15am Mavista rainforest walk and search for white wallabies
- 12:00pm Lunch at Pennicotts - oysters, main meal, and two glasses of wine, beer, cider, or juices
- 1:15pm Visit Bligh Museum
- 1:45pm Two Tree Point beach walk
- 2:15pm HIBA Gardens & Bruny Island Chocolate Company
- 3:45pm Bruny Island Honey - honey ice cream & take-home tasting
- Drive-thru Get Shucked Oysters for purchase
- SeaLink Bruny Island Ferry Crossing
- 5:30pm/6:00pm Arrive in Hobart
- Tip: Try Bruny Island’s famous artisan cheeses paired with the island’s local honey for an unforgettable flavor combination.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible but do note that you will be entering and exiting the vehicle several times during the day.
- This activity can accommodate special dietary requirements such as allergies, gluten intolerance, vegetarian diets, or other dietary needs.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Adventure Guided Tour with Nature Trail and Food Tastings
Trek Cape Queen Elizabeth Trail to Mars Bluff arch for uncrowded coastal views.
- Best for active travelers, nature lovers, and adventure seekers looking to combine a scenic walk with food tastings.
- Book this if you want a perfect mix of adventure with a moderate hike to Mars Bluff Arch, followed by tastings of Bruny Island’s finest local produce.
- Everything you get: Round-trip transfers, guided Cape Queen Elizabeth walk, tastings at local food spots, ferry tickets, and a small-group experience.
- What you'll see: Dramatic coastal views, the Mars Bluff Arch, and visits to Bruny’s top artisan food producers, including a honey farm and cheese maker.
Trek Cape Queen Elizabeth Trail to Mars Bluff arch for uncrowded coastal views.
- Best for active travelers, nature lovers, and adventure seekers looking to combine a scenic walk with food tastings.
- Book this if you want a perfect mix of adventure with a moderate hike to Mars Bluff Arch, followed by tastings of Bruny Island’s finest local produce.
- Everything you get: Round-trip transfers, guided Cape Queen Elizabeth walk, tastings at local food spots, ferry tickets, and a small-group experience.
- What you'll see: Dramatic coastal views, the Mars Bluff Arch, and visits to Bruny’s top artisan food producers, including a honey farm and cheese maker.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Bruny Island from Hobart
- English-speaking guide
- Small group of up to 20 people
- 2-hour Cape Queen Elizabeth Trail walk
- Natural honey tasting at Bruny Island Honey
- Cellar door tastings at Bruny Island Cheese Co.
- Visit to Get Shucked Oyster Farm
- Visit to Bruny Island Chocolate Company
- Round-trip transfers from Hobart
- Round-trip ferry transfers from Kettering
Exclusions
- Lunch (BYO or purchase on the island)
- Any tastings not specifically listed
- National Park fees
- Tip: If you visit during low tide, be sure to walk around the stunning Mars Bluff Arch and enjoy the view framed by this natural window—it’s a perfect photo op!
- Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 8 years.
- This experience is suitable for guests with a good level of general fitness and mobility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Your Bruny Island Tickets & Tours Explained
Bruny Island Cruise
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 Tickets
Bruny Island Day Tours
The 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 TicketsWhere is Bruny Island?
Bruny 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 mapsWhy You Must Visit Bruny Island
Bruny 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!
Major Attractions in Bruny Island
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
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.
Cape Bruny Lighthouse
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
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.
Bruny Island Wildlife
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.
Plan Your Visit to Bruny Island
Getting There
Duration
What to Bring
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.
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Bruny 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.
- Facemasks
- Waterproof jackets
- Hand sanitizer
- Walking shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunblock
- Hats
Sightseeing and More at Bruny Island
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bruny Island Tours
Q. Which are the best Bruny Island Tours?
A. The best Bruny Island Tours include the day tour and the island cruise.
Q. What is the starting price of Bruny Island Tours?
A. Bruny Island Tours start at AU$145.
Q. How do I book a Bruny Island Tour?
A. Bruny Island Tours can be easily booked online.
Q. What types of Bruny Island Tours can I book?
A. You can choose between the Bruny Island Day Tour and the Bruny Island Cruise.
Q. What wildlife will I see on Bruny Island Tours?
A. On Bruny Island Tours you can see unique wildlife like White Wallabies, Forty Spotted Pardalote, Fairy Penguins, Short Tail Shearwaters, and Fur Seals.
Q. How long is the Bruny Island Cruise?
A. The Bruny Island Cruise lasts for 3 - 10 hours, depending on your tour options.
Q. How long is the Bruny Island Day Tour?
A. A complete Bruny Island Day Tour is 10-hour long.
Q. Do the Bruny Island Tours include hotel transfers?
A. Yes, you can upgrade your Bruny Island tickets to include transfers from Hobart and Kettering.
Q. How much are the Bruny Island Tours?
A. Ticket for Bruny Island Cruise costs AU$145 while Bruny Island Traveller Day Tour ticket would cost AU$210.