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

4.8/5(269)

Ann J

Couple

Verified booking

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.

Ajay A

Group

Verified booking

Last week

This tour was one of the best. Andy (the tour guide) was really knowledgeable about the areas and the history behind them, which made it much more enjoyable. From the start, he engaged the group with anecdotes about the history of the Island and made it a more informative one. Kudos to him! Even though it was a long day trip, it did not seem that long; we had time to explore all parts of the island and other attractions. I would highly recommend this trip; it's even better if you get Andy on yours!

Anthony K

Couple

Verified booking

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.

Peter J

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

We had an excellent day on Bruny Island. Our driver Andy went above and beyond to maintain an interesting and varied conversation about the points of local interest. The group appreciated his willingness to work through his illness on the day without compromising passengers who were all too willing to manage the good handling etc. The morning tea, bread fridges, tastings of honey and chocolate were all well received and the hotel lunch was exquisite. We could not fault the experience and will recommend it to our various friends who plan to visit Tasmania in the near future.

Les B

Group

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Rick, our driver and guide was awesome and very informative. The meal, cheese tasting, oysters and chocolate tasting were all very enjoyable. Wayne (I think that was his name?), the guide to the lighthouse was also amazing! We had a group of seven and everyone thourally enjoyed it.

Norman S

Group

Verified booking

Sep 2026

We got phone assistance to find the closest pick up location. The whole day was well organised from start to finish with interesting stops for that Instagram shot. The morning tea of fresh oysters and artisan cheeses was delicious that led into a great lunch at the Bruny island hotel.

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.

Full-day tour of Bruny Island

Round-trip hotel transfers from Hobart

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

Ferry and South Bruny National Park fees

Hound Tooth Whiskey sample (available at an extra cost when open)

TOTAL DURATION10 hours 30 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Hobart
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35 min
33 km
1. Kettering Ferry Crossing
A scenic ferry ride offering views of the Tasmanian coastline, forested hills, and local marine life. Watch out for playful seals and fairy penguins - these unique creatures are a highlight for many visitors!
20 min
2. Morning Tea at Adventure Bay
3. South Bruny National Park
4. The Neck Lookout and Wildlife Reserve
2 attractions
5. Cape Bruny Lighthouse
Tickets included
6. Lunch at Hotel Bruny
7. Bruny Island Chocolate Co.
Tickets included
8. Return Ferry (Bruny Island Terminal)
20 min
9. Kettering Ferry Terminal
35 min
33 km
End point
Hobart
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Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Peter J
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
We had an excellent day on Bruny Island. Our driver Andy went above and beyond to maintain an interesting and varied conversation about the points of local interest. The group appreciated his willingness to work through his illness on the day without compromising passengers who were all too willing to manage the good handling etc. The morning tea, bread fridges, tastings of honey and chocolate were all well received and the hotel lunch was exquisite. We could not fault the experience and will recommend it to our various friends who plan to visit Tasmania in the near future.
Ann J
Couple
Verified booking
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.
Ajay A
Group
Verified booking
Last week
This tour was one of the best. Andy (the tour guide) was really knowledgeable about the areas and the history behind them, which made it much more enjoyable. From the start, he engaged the group with anecdotes about the history of the Island and made it a more informative one. Kudos to him! Even though it was a long day trip, it did not seem that long; we had time to explore all parts of the island and other attractions. I would highly recommend this trip; it's even better if you get Andy on yours!
Anthony K
Couple
Verified booking
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.
Les B
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Rick, our driver and guide was awesome and very informative. The meal, cheese tasting, oysters and chocolate tasting were all very enjoyable. Wayne (I think that was his name?), the guide to the lighthouse was also amazing! We had a group of seven and everyone thourally enjoyed it.

Your experience begins with hotel pickup from Hobart, followed by a drive to Kettering and a ferry crossing to Bruny Island. Travel with an English-speaking guide in a small group of up to 20 people, with ferry transfers, national park fees and meals included.

Once on the island, your day combines scenic and wildlife stops, food tastings and a guided visit to Cape Bruny Lighthouse before returning to Hobart in the evening.

Cape Bruny Lighthouse: Visit Cape Bruny Lighthouse and climb its spiral staircase to the historic balcony for panoramic views of Bruny Island’s southern coastline. Lighthouse entry and the guided tour are included.

Local food tastings: Start your food experience with morning tastings of fresh oysters, cheese and freshly baked bread by the beach. Later, sample chocolate and honey before heading back to Hobart.

Bruny Island sightseeing: Explore The Neck Wildlife Reserve, Adventure Bay, Resolution Creek, Two Tree Point and other scenic locations as your guide shares insights into the island.

Wildlife and landscapes: Travel through rainforest and foothills and look out for Bruny Island wildlife, including the island’s distinctive white wallabies. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Lunch on the island: Enjoy lunch at Hotel Bruny, with the day's food experiences continuing beyond the morning tastings.

Hassle-free day trip from Hobart: Round-trip hotel transfers, ferry crossings, a local guide, meals and national park fees are included, so you can focus on exploring the island.

What to bring

Dress warm, it gets quite chilly down south.

The rugged paths call for big shoes to cover your entire feet.

What's not allowed

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.

Accessibility

Guide dogs are welcome on this experience.

Additional information

This tour accommodates a variety of dietary preferences as well as food allergies.

Check for optional swimming or paddling opportunities with your guides, who know the best spots.

Pick-ups from many locations around Hobart. Specify your location during checkout.

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