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Experience the best of Bruny Island from Hobart

Visit the Bruny Islands for an adventure and leave all the hustle and bustle of the city behind as you take in the breath-taking views of the Tasmanian Coast.
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Slide 1 of 7, Boat navigating between towering sea cliffs on Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise.
Boat navigating between towering sea cliffs on Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise.

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

3 hrs - 10 hrs

  • Cruise along Bruny Island’s rugged southern coast for 3 hours, where the Tasman Sea meets the Southern Ocean

  • Spot dolphins, seals and sea eagles while expert guides share insights into Bruny Island’s wildlife, geology and natural wonders

  • Sail past dramatic sea cliffs, rock formations and sea caves, including the Breathing Rock blowhole viewed from the water

  • Upgrade with Kettering ferry transfers or choose a full-day Bruny Island tour with a bus tour, guide, morning tea and Tasmanian lunch

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  • Cruise along Bruny Island’s rugged southern coast for 3 hours, where the Tasman Sea meets the Southern Ocean

  • Spot dolphins, seals and sea eagles while expert guides share insights into Bruny Island’s wildlife, geology and natural wonders

  • Sail past dramatic sea cliffs, rock formations and sea caves, including the Breathing Rock blowhole viewed from the water

  • Upgrade with Kettering ferry transfers or choose a full-day Bruny Island tour with a bus tour, guide, morning tea and Tasmanian lunch

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AU$190
Slide 1 of 7, Cruise boat near rocky cliffs and waterfall on Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise.
Cruise boat near rocky cliffs and waterfall on Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise.

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Bus Tour with Eco Wilderness Cruise

10 hrs
2 more

  • See Bruny Island by land and sea on a full-day tour combining scenic bus sightseeing with a 3-hour wilderness cruise.

  • Cruise Bruny Island’s rugged coastline to spot seals, dolphins and seabirds while exploring sea caves, cliffs and rock formations.

  • Travel from Hobart with round-trip transfers, Kettering ferry crossings, a guided bus tour, morning tea and Tasmanian lunch included.

  • Enjoy a relaxed lunch stop in Adventure Bay before continuing through Bruny Island’s scenic landscapes and wildlife-rich reserves.

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  • See Bruny Island by land and sea on a full-day tour combining scenic bus sightseeing with a 3-hour wilderness cruise.

  • Cruise Bruny Island’s rugged coastline to spot seals, dolphins and seabirds while exploring sea caves, cliffs and rock formations.

  • Travel from Hobart with round-trip transfers, Kettering ferry crossings, a guided bus tour, morning tea and Tasmanian lunch included.

  • Enjoy a relaxed lunch stop in Adventure Bay before continuing through Bruny Island’s scenic landscapes and wildlife-rich reserves.

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AU$290
Slide 1 of 11, Group of people waving on a boardwalk overlooking Bruny Island coastline, Hobart.
Group of people waving on a boardwalk overlooking Bruny Island coastline, Hobart.

[Headout Exclusive 10% Off] From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour + Lighthouse, Lunch & Local Tastings

10 hrs 30 mins
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  • Explore Bruny Island’s natural and local highlights on a full-day guided tour from Hobart, with return ferry fares included. Enjoy the scenic ferry crossing with views across the D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
  • Tour Cape Bruny Lighthouse with a local Bruny Island guide—the only lighthouse in Tasmania open for tours, exclusive to Bruny Island Safaris.
  • Spot native wildlife in the wild, including the rare White Wallaby (most days). Climb Truganini Lookout at The Neck for panoramic views across Bruny Island and the surrounding coastline. This is a great location to see shorebirds.
  • Visit South Bruny National Park (entry fees included) and take in its rugged and wild coastal landscapes. Sample local honey at Bruny Island Honey and visit the famous Bruny Island Bakers Bread Fridges.
  • Visit Bruny Island Chocolate Co, Bruny Island Cheese and Beer Co, and Get Shucked Oysters, with purchases at your own expense. Developed by island locals, the tour reflects owner Craig Parsey’s passion and deep local knowledge, shaped by his time living at Cape Bruny Lightstation in the 1970s and nearly 15 years of developing tours here.
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  • Explore Bruny Island’s natural and local highlights on a full-day guided tour from Hobart, with return ferry fares included. Enjoy the scenic ferry crossing with views across the D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
  • Tour Cape Bruny Lighthouse with a local Bruny Island guide—the only lighthouse in Tasmania open for tours, exclusive to Bruny Island Safaris.
  • Spot native wildlife in the wild, including the rare White Wallaby (most days). Climb Truganini Lookout at The Neck for panoramic views across Bruny Island and the surrounding coastline. This is a great location to see shorebirds.
  • Visit South Bruny National Park (entry fees included) and take in its rugged and wild coastal landscapes. Sample local honey at Bruny Island Honey and visit the famous Bruny Island Bakers Bread Fridges.
  • Visit Bruny Island Chocolate Co, Bruny Island Cheese and Beer Co, and Get Shucked Oysters, with purchases at your own expense. Developed by island locals, the tour reflects owner Craig Parsey’s passion and deep local knowledge, shaped by his time living at Cape Bruny Lightstation in the 1970s and nearly 15 years of developing tours here.
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Slide 1 of 13, Couple enjoying the view from the Neck Lookout on Bruny Island, Tasmania.
Couple enjoying the view from the Neck Lookout on Bruny Island, Tasmania.

Bruny Island Essential Explorer with Exclusive Cape Bruny Lighthouse Tour

10 hrs 30 mins
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  • Explore Bruny Island’s natural and local highlights on a full-day guided tour from Hobart, with return ferry fares included.
  • Enjoy the scenic ferry crossing with views across the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Spot native wildlife in the wild, including the rare White Wallaby (most days).
  • Tour Cape Bruny Lighthouse with a guide, the only lighthouse in Southern Tasmania open for tours.
  • Climb Truganini Lookout at The Neck for views across Bruny Island and the surrounding coastline, then visit South Bruny National Park with entry fees included and take in its coastal landscapes and native surroundings.
  • Sample local honey at Bruny Island Honey and visit the famous Bruny Island Bakers Bread Fridges. Then, visit Bruny Island Chocolate Co and Get Shucked Oysters, with purchases at your own expense.
  • Developed by local expert Craig Parsey, who lived at Cape Bruny Lightstation in the 1970s, these tours reflect nearly 15 years of experience and local passion.
More details
  • Explore Bruny Island’s natural and local highlights on a full-day guided tour from Hobart, with return ferry fares included.
  • Enjoy the scenic ferry crossing with views across the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. Spot native wildlife in the wild, including the rare White Wallaby (most days).
  • Tour Cape Bruny Lighthouse with a guide, the only lighthouse in Southern Tasmania open for tours.
  • Climb Truganini Lookout at The Neck for views across Bruny Island and the surrounding coastline, then visit South Bruny National Park with entry fees included and take in its coastal landscapes and native surroundings.
  • Sample local honey at Bruny Island Honey and visit the famous Bruny Island Bakers Bread Fridges. Then, visit Bruny Island Chocolate Co and Get Shucked Oysters, with purchases at your own expense.
  • Developed by local expert Craig Parsey, who lived at Cape Bruny Lightstation in the 1970s, these tours reflect nearly 15 years of experience and local passion.
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AU$195
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From Hobart: Bruny Island & Port Arthur Historic Site 2-Day Guided Combo Tour

Explore at your pace
Transfers available
Pickup available
  • See Bruny Island and Port Arthur in one 2-day bundle, with hotel pickup and air-conditioned coach travel so logistics never eat into sightseeing.
  • Expert guides share Tasmanian stories at each stop, with National Park and Port Arthur entry fees covered so you focus fully on the experience.
  • On Bruny Island, follow shoreline paths and sea-cliff lookouts, then visit producers for oysters, fudge, honey, and seafood from Tasmanian waters.
  • At Port Arthur Historic Site, walk penal buildings, join a harbor cruise, then see Remarkable Cave and Maingon Bay from clifftop lookouts.
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  • See Bruny Island and Port Arthur in one 2-day bundle, with hotel pickup and air-conditioned coach travel so logistics never eat into sightseeing.
  • Expert guides share Tasmanian stories at each stop, with National Park and Port Arthur entry fees covered so you focus fully on the experience.
  • On Bruny Island, follow shoreline paths and sea-cliff lookouts, then visit producers for oysters, fudge, honey, and seafood from Tasmanian waters.
  • At Port Arthur Historic Site, walk penal buildings, join a harbor cruise, then see Remarkable Cave and Maingon Bay from clifftop lookouts.
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AU$310
Slide 1 of 11, Bruny Island coastline with ferry approaching dock, part of Hobart full-day guided tour.
Bruny Island coastline with ferry approaching dock, part of Hobart full-day guided tour.

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour

10 hrs
3 more

  • Explore Bruny Island’s landscapes, beaches, rainforest, and wildlife on a full-day guided tour with round-trip transfers from Hobart.

  • Climb The Neck lookout for panoramic views across Bruny Island, with time to explore the viewing platform and surrounding coastline.

  • Walk through the Waterfall Creek rainforest among eucalyptus trees and ferns, with easy to moderate trails suited to active explorers.

  • Sample Bruny Island produce including cheese, chocolate, berries, oysters, wine, beer, and cider during stops with local producers.

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  • Explore Bruny Island’s landscapes, beaches, rainforest, and wildlife on a full-day guided tour with round-trip transfers from Hobart.

  • Climb The Neck lookout for panoramic views across Bruny Island, with time to explore the viewing platform and surrounding coastline.

  • Walk through the Waterfall Creek rainforest among eucalyptus trees and ferns, with easy to moderate trails suited to active explorers.

  • Sample Bruny Island produce including cheese, chocolate, berries, oysters, wine, beer, and cider during stops with local producers.

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AU$180
Slide 1 of 8, Group of tourists exploring Bruny Island's lush greenery during Hobart full-day adventure tour.
Group of tourists exploring Bruny Island's lush greenery during Hobart full-day adventure tour.

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour with Gourmet Food

10 hrs
Transfers available
Meals included

  • Discover Bruny Island’s flavors with tastings at iconic spots like Get Shucked Oysters and Bruny Island Cheese Co.

  • This small-group tour also comes with round-trip transfers from Hobart, making it intimate and convenient.

  • Savor a gourmet lunch at Pennicott’s with fresh oysters, a main meal, and two drinks (wine, beer, cider, or juice).

  • Your guide will share insights into Bruny’s culinary history and ecosystem, including a walk through HIBA Gardens and a stroll overlooking Adventure Bay.

  • Fun fact: Bruny Island produces some of Australia’s finest cool-climate wines, especially Pinot Noir!

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  • Discover Bruny Island’s flavors with tastings at iconic spots like Get Shucked Oysters and Bruny Island Cheese Co.

  • This small-group tour also comes with round-trip transfers from Hobart, making it intimate and convenient.

  • Savor a gourmet lunch at Pennicott’s with fresh oysters, a main meal, and two drinks (wine, beer, cider, or juice).

  • Your guide will share insights into Bruny’s culinary history and ecosystem, including a walk through HIBA Gardens and a stroll overlooking Adventure Bay.

  • Fun fact: Bruny Island produces some of Australia’s finest cool-climate wines, especially Pinot Noir!

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AU$290
Slide 1 of 10, Tourists at Bruny Island exploring coastal rock arch on nature trail.
Tourists at Bruny Island exploring coastal rock arch on nature trail.

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour + Nature Walk & Gourmet Tastings

10 hrs
2 more

  • Discover Bruny Island’s rugged beauty on a guided hike along the Cape Queen Elizabeth Trail, known for its sweeping views and quiet, uncrowded beaches.

  • This lesser-known trail leads you to Mars Bluff Arch, a unique rock formation carved by the sea, providing sweeping views over the untouched sands of Miles Beach and the Tasman Sea beyond.

  • Your guide enriches the experience with insights into the island’s history, wildlife, and unique ecosystem, including birdwatching opportunities at lagoons along the trail.

  • Enjoy tastings of Bruny Island’s gourmet offerings, including honey and cheese, with a scenic lunch break at Adventure Bay (lunch not included).

  • Fun fact: Mars Bluff Arch was formed over centuries by the relentless erosion from sea and wind, creating a stunning natural rock window.

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  • Discover Bruny Island’s rugged beauty on a guided hike along the Cape Queen Elizabeth Trail, known for its sweeping views and quiet, uncrowded beaches.

  • This lesser-known trail leads you to Mars Bluff Arch, a unique rock formation carved by the sea, providing sweeping views over the untouched sands of Miles Beach and the Tasman Sea beyond.

  • Your guide enriches the experience with insights into the island’s history, wildlife, and unique ecosystem, including birdwatching opportunities at lagoons along the trail.

  • Enjoy tastings of Bruny Island’s gourmet offerings, including honey and cheese, with a scenic lunch break at Adventure Bay (lunch not included).

  • Fun fact: Mars Bluff Arch was formed over centuries by the relentless erosion from sea and wind, creating a stunning natural rock window.

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AU$169
Slide 1 of 7, Family on Bruny Island lighthouse balcony with ocean view.
Family on Bruny Island lighthouse balcony with ocean view.

Cape Bruny Lighthouse Tour

30 mins

  • Join a guided tour of the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, Tasmania’s only lighthouse open for public tours, and learn how it safeguarded ships for over 150 years.

  • Step into the lantern room and out onto the balcony for access to spaces once reserved for lighthouse keepers.

  • Hear stories of shipwrecks, storms, and the lives of keepers who maintained the light in one of Australia’s most remote outposts.

  • See French-made Fresnel lenses and historic equipment that once lit up the southern seas.

  • Visit the on-site museum to explore maritime relics, lighthouse heritage displays, and Tasmania’s wider seafaring history.

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  • Join a guided tour of the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, Tasmania’s only lighthouse open for public tours, and learn how it safeguarded ships for over 150 years.

  • Step into the lantern room and out onto the balcony for access to spaces once reserved for lighthouse keepers.

  • Hear stories of shipwrecks, storms, and the lives of keepers who maintained the light in one of Australia’s most remote outposts.

  • See French-made Fresnel lenses and historic equipment that once lit up the southern seas.

  • Visit the on-site museum to explore maritime relics, lighthouse heritage displays, and Tasmania’s wider seafaring history.

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AU$25

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What our guests say

David E

Australia
Couple
Last week
The environment at southern Tasmania is special. The sharing of their knowledge by the great crew was special too. Shout out to Laura especially - an enthusiast for her place.

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

Arma N

Netherlands
Couple
Last week

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The cruise tour was a spectacular trip but see seals and pinguïns in the wild was for me the absolute most beautiful experience i have ever seen in my life . The color off the water arround Bruny island is stunning and seeing the rocks coming out is a wonderful thing to see. I have done nothing else on Tasmanië that is at beautiful as Bruny island. So i recommend to do this trip to other people

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

Julie D

Australia
Couple
May 2026
Wonderful day of adventure and fun with fabulous friendly knowledgeable staff. Spectacular coastal and wildlife experience!

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Bus Tour with Eco Wilderness Cruise

Marian A

Australia
Couple
Yesterday
Our guide was friendly, witty and fun. The tour of Bruny island was a full day of delights for the eyes and taste buds. I found a range of ages in our small group, they catered for all, with patience and respect. Drive through Oysters, if your tempted to try. The steps and lookout was easily managed at your own pace, well worth the magnificent view , Honey house a sweet reward, Two trees point historical, with a beach walk serene, then a easy nature walk , with local knowledge of plantation shared , including a little taste of nature which will leave your tongue tingling with the spicy surprise and Bruny Hotel lunch a well earned delicious selection, lunch with a view, you may quench your thirst with a Bruny island apple & cherry cider refreshingly good. The light house, a little bit of an uphill trek, but again at your own pace, plenty of time, well organised program, and a quick stop on the way back for some chocolate treats to take home.. Well organised, delightly delivered by guide and well worth the cost..

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour

Patricia F

Australia
Solo
Jun 2026
The scenic side of the tour was great, But the driver was more interested in sharing his opinions and his success in sport expect his golfing prowess. Also the visit to the cheese outlet was cancelled. This was advertised on line for the tour I booked. Whilst the driver did drop me off there he also made a range of ver unprofessional derogatory comments about the business. I would not good one of you tours again. One more thing I was told to be at my pick up point early (7.20am) but ended being picked up last at 7.40am a long time to wait in the cold and get the worst seat in the bus!!!

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour

Ann J

Australia
Couple
Last week
Our driver and tour guide Rick took us on a wonderful tour of the beautiful Bruny Island with local history and local foods, we very much enjoyed both. Bruny is an amazingly beautiful island community. The Lighthouse tour with Brian was also brilliant especially standing atop a building built so well and so long ago and so well cared for. We really loved our day trip to Bruny and the small group tour, and our visits to local cheese, chocolate and whisky venues. The food was excellent, the views stunning and we'd definitely recommend this tour.

[Headout Exclusive 10% Off] From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour + Lighthouse, Lunch & Local Tastings

Anthony K

Australia
Couple
Last week
We had a fabulous day tour with you on Bruny Island yesterday. From pick up to drop off the tour ran very smoothly. Rick, our tour guide and driver, was fabulous. His knowledge of Bruny Island being a local was amazing and his commentary was informative and amusing. We would recommend this tour to everyone.

[Headout Exclusive 10% Off] From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour + Lighthouse, Lunch & Local Tastings

Andrew C

Australia
Couple
Jul 2026
Great day, wonderfully organised. Our skilled tour guide kept us cheerful with jokes and lots of interesting information (thanks, David). Given that one of the focus points of the trip was the remarkable produce of Bruny Island, we were well supplied with lots of highlights and the clever edition of several giveaways as the day went on. I would highly recommend the trip to anyone who is interested in Bruny Island and in great seafood, cheese, honey, and beer!

From Hobart: Bruny Island Full-Day Guided Tour with Gourmet Food

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