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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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Bruny Island
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  • Get up close to the dramatic meeting point of the Tasman Sea and the Southern Ocean on a 3-hour wilderness cruise off Bruny Island’s rugged coast.

  • Expert guides provide fascinating insights into Bruny’s wildlife, geology, and unique natural wonders throughout your wilderness cruise.

  • Spot dolphins, seals, sea eagles, and the breathtaking Breathing Rock blowhole, all while cruising along Tasmania’s untamed southern coast.

  • Add ferry pickups from Kettering or enjoy a full-day adventure that includes a scenic bus tour of Bruny Island, and a delicious local Tasmanian lunch.

  • Did you know? Bruny Island is home to a rare white wallaby, a genetic variation that’s exclusive to this beautiful Tasmanian destination.

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  • Get up close to the dramatic meeting point of the Tasman Sea and the Southern Ocean on a 3-hour wilderness cruise off Bruny Island’s rugged coast.

  • Expert guides provide fascinating insights into Bruny’s wildlife, geology, and unique natural wonders throughout your wilderness cruise.

  • Spot dolphins, seals, sea eagles, and the breathtaking Breathing Rock blowhole, all while cruising along Tasmania’s untamed southern coast.

  • Add ferry pickups from Kettering or enjoy a full-day adventure that includes a scenic bus tour of Bruny Island, and a delicious local Tasmanian lunch.

  • Did you know? Bruny Island is home to a rare white wallaby, a genetic variation that’s exclusive to this beautiful Tasmanian destination.

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AU$180
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  • Headout guests save more: Book now and get 10% off when you travel before 30 September 2025.

  • Discover Bruny Island with expert guides, offering convenient pick-up points and seamless transfers from Hobart for a worry-free day.

  • Climb Australia’s southernmost lighthouse, the 14m-tall Cape Bruny Lighthouse, and step onto its historic balcony for panoramic views of the coastline.

  • Bring your appetite: enjoy fresh oysters, award-winning cheeses, and a delicious lunch at Hotel Bruny, with possible stops at Bruny Island Chocolate and Hounds Tooth Whisky.

  • Explore Bruny’s unique landscapes with stops at Mount Mangana rainforests, The Neck Lookout and Wildlife Reserve, and the Truganini Lookout and Penguin Rookery, plus free time to walk or paddle along the island’s beautiful shores.

  • Fun fact: Short-tailed shearwater is a migratory seabird and can be seen in their 1000s some days from the lighthouse balcony.

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  • Headout guests save more: Book now and get 10% off when you travel before 30 September 2025.

  • Discover Bruny Island with expert guides, offering convenient pick-up points and seamless transfers from Hobart for a worry-free day.

  • Climb Australia’s southernmost lighthouse, the 14m-tall Cape Bruny Lighthouse, and step onto its historic balcony for panoramic views of the coastline.

  • Bring your appetite: enjoy fresh oysters, award-winning cheeses, and a delicious lunch at Hotel Bruny, with possible stops at Bruny Island Chocolate and Hounds Tooth Whisky.

  • Explore Bruny’s unique landscapes with stops at Mount Mangana rainforests, The Neck Lookout and Wildlife Reserve, and the Truganini Lookout and Penguin Rookery, plus free time to walk or paddle along the island’s beautiful shores.

  • Fun fact: Short-tailed shearwater is a migratory seabird and can be seen in their 1000s some days from the lighthouse balcony.

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  • This full-day Bruny Island adventure takes the hassle out of planning while ensuring you experience the best the island has to offer, with round-trip Hobart transfers.

  • Get up close to wildlife like seals basking on rocky outcrops, dolphins riding waves, and seabirds on a 3-hour wilderness cruise on Tasman Bay.

  • The comprehensive bus tour crosses the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, the Breathing Rock blowhole, and the unique formations at The Friars.

  • Relax with a gourmet Tasmanian lunch at a beachside restaurant in Adventure Bay, with options like premium fish and chips, pumpkin soup, or gourmet salad rolls.

  • Did you know? Bruny Island is one of the few places where you can spot rare white wallabies in the wild! Keep your eyes peeled near Adventure Bay for a chance to see one.

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  • This full-day Bruny Island adventure takes the hassle out of planning while ensuring you experience the best the island has to offer, with round-trip Hobart transfers.

  • Get up close to wildlife like seals basking on rocky outcrops, dolphins riding waves, and seabirds on a 3-hour wilderness cruise on Tasman Bay.

  • The comprehensive bus tour crosses the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, the Breathing Rock blowhole, and the unique formations at The Friars.

  • Relax with a gourmet Tasmanian lunch at a beachside restaurant in Adventure Bay, with options like premium fish and chips, pumpkin soup, or gourmet salad rolls.

  • Did you know? Bruny Island is one of the few places where you can spot rare white wallabies in the wild! Keep your eyes peeled near Adventure Bay for a chance to see one.

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AU$275
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  • Explore Bruny Island’s best on a budget, with convenient hotel transfers, a comfortable AC bus ride, and a scenic ferry journey.

  • Climb The Neck’s lookout for panoramic views where turquoise seas meet lush forests, and spot fairy penguins below.

  • Walk through the lush rainforest along Waterfall Creek, surrounded by towering eucalyptus and vibrant ferns.

  • Sample local delicacies from Bruny’s artisan producers—berries, cheese, oysters, and more. Lunch stop provided but not included.

  • Fun fact: The island was named after French explorer Bruni d'Entrecasteaux in 1792, though the spelling was changed to Bruny in 1918.

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  • Explore Bruny Island’s best on a budget, with convenient hotel transfers, a comfortable AC bus ride, and a scenic ferry journey.

  • Climb The Neck’s lookout for panoramic views where turquoise seas meet lush forests, and spot fairy penguins below.

  • Walk through the lush rainforest along Waterfall Creek, surrounded by towering eucalyptus and vibrant ferns.

  • Sample local delicacies from Bruny’s artisan producers—berries, cheese, oysters, and more. Lunch stop provided but not included.

  • Fun fact: The island was named after French explorer Bruni d'Entrecasteaux in 1792, though the spelling was changed to Bruny in 1918.

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AU$180
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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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  • 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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  • 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$165
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Transfers included
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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About Bruny Island

Bruny Island is an unspoiled Tasmanian treasure, offering visitors a mix of dramatic landscapes and rich wildlife encounters. From towering cliffs at The Neck to the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, the island is a dream for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Book your Bruny Island accommodation and immerse yourself in this spectacular destination.

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Jill Hinkins
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Jill

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Oct 2025
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Our wilderness cruise was wonderful. Jamie and Ash did a fabulous job of keeping us safe, in ormed and laughing. Would highly reccomend.

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

Tagisia Rabjones
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Tagisia

Australia
Aug 2025
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What made our Wilderness cruise so memorable was not just the majestic rocky mountains by the ocean, caves, the tornament pinnacle, awesome blow hole gorgeous seals sunning on the rocks, or the myriad of marine birds. It was the crew: Nick and Dana, who entertained us, informed us with their combined wealth of information and took really good care of us. Absolutely LOVED IT! 10+/10. Ps sorry my phone died 15 minutes into the 3hr tour but the memories will last forever for my grandaughter and I. THANK YOU!

Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

Melinda-Jayne Barling
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Melinda-jayne

Australia
Sep 2025
5/5

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This trip is all inclusive & gives you a great tour of Bruny Island over the day. All inclusive of lunch, tastings, morning tea & parks pass, this trip was really worthwhile. From pickup to drop off, we were well catered for

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

Tracey Turner
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Tracey

Australia
Sep 2025
5/5

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Absolutely loved it, our Driver Andy was knowledgeable, funny, and so easy to get along with. The morning tea was awesome as was lunch. We loved, loved, loved the lighthouse tour too! All round a great day!

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

Darren Miller
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Darren

Australia
Oct 2025
5/5
Our guide Kieran was excellent, with plenty of information along the way, as well as a great sense of humour. He also was very considerate of the varying needs of the passengers. The trip itself packed in several great (and varied) food and drink options. We basically ate our way around Bruny Island.

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

Jose

Jose

Jun 2025
5/5
First trip to Tasmania and this was the highlight. Cheese—delicious, oysters—wow, and the rainforest was sooo green. The guide, Claire, knew all the best photo spots. Lunch at the pub felt authentic, not just tourist food. Even got to try local cider. Would recommend to foodies.

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

CARLIER ANTOINE
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Carlier

France
Feb 2025
5/5
great trip! Our guide was excellent, funny and knowledgeable. Only criticism :; it's a bit surprising to do the oyster tasting after the lunch break. Wouldn't it be better before?

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

Tiffany Ellis
AU

Tiffany

Australia
Aug 2024
5/5
Fabulous walking tour and our guide was very informative and knowledgeable about Tasmania and Bruny Island..the views were amazing..

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

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