Bruny Island - Wild Escapes From Hobart
Description
Escape to Bruny Island, where untamed wilderness meets rich local flavour. Just a short ferry ride from Hobart, Bruny offers breathtaking cliffs, secluded beaches, and lush rainforests, home to unique wildlife like white wallabies and sea eagles. Taste the island’s best: freshly shucked oysters, artisan bakery, and cool-climate wines. Whether you’re here for adventure or indulgence, Bruny Island promises an unforgettable Tasmanian experience. ● Small Group Adventures Led by Local Guides ● Unique Wildlife – Spot white wallabies, fur seals, and rare seabirds. ● Gourmet Delights – Indulge in fresh oysters, local bakery
Tour Options
Itinerary
From Hobart to Bruny Island is about 45 minutes. At the ferry terminal, we expect to hop on the ferry with a mini-bus and have about 20-25 minutes of travel time.
Enjoy the taste of the beautiful local oysters and fresh produce.
Located in the heart of Bruny Island, Bruny Island Cheese and Beer Co. is a must-visit destination for food lovers. Known for its handcrafted cheeses and small-batch craft beers, the venue offers a relaxed farm setting where visitors can taste authentic Tasmanian flavours. With a strong focus on local ingredients and traditional methods, it delivers a true paddock-to-plate experience that reflects the character and quality of the island.
There may be 200 or so stairs to climb, but the views are definitely worth it. The Neck Lookout gives you a bird's eye view of the spectacular natural landscape of North and South Bruny Island.
The Lunawanna Cafe, serving great coffee and food in a whimsical setting celebrating the extraordinary beauty and rich natural diversity of Bruny Island. A cafe at the southernmost end of an island, off an island, off an island. Next stop the South Pole! Make your last resort your first choice. A feast for both the eyes and the stomach.
Cloudy Bay is a beautiful place for explorers and adventurers. A short walking track into the nature which holds a beauty of South Bruny National Park. You are having a sense of wilderness and connection to the ocean and the forest.
Adventure Bay Bruny Island is known for its beautiful 7km long, east-facing beach. It has a sheltered feel with many large gum trees surrounding the beach and the cliffs of Fluted Cape on the southern end. It’s got a relaxed Australian beach town feel, and unlike many of these towns, it’s managed to keep this vibe without becoming commercialized. Explore Island wild animals such as Echidna, White Wallabies, Quolls, etc.
The Honey Pot and Bruny Island Honey are the houses of honey venues of the Wright family’s proudly run lifelong collaboration between our family, the bees, and the Tasmanian Wilderness.
Back to the Ferry terminal for departing and on the way to Sweet Home.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
1. The pick-up time starts from 0820-0840 am. 2. Able to pick up and drop off at the hotel, depending on the tour schedule. 3. Complimentary pickup is available within Hobart CBD. Extended pickup service can be arranged for accommodations outside the city area.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- not wheelchair accessible
Reviews(34)
From being picked up in city followed by lovely ferry ride and then we started off on our tour of Bruny Island. The whole day was magic, amazing oysters, cheese and wine tasting. Great scenery and wild life. Were lucky to have Chaboo as our guide. Would do it again!
We were lucky enough to get Chaboo as our guide. He was great. Just the right blend of information and fun. Whether it was information about bruney island or day to day, goings on in hobart, chaboo seemed to be across it all.
We had a lovely day travelling to Bruny Island. Our guide, Chaboo was welcoming, knowledgeable and kept us laughing along the way with his dad jokes. I would recommend this tour.
Lovy day out from Hobart with a good mix of scenic walking, sights and local specialist vendors. We enjoyed our day. Thanks, to our guide who had plenty of information to share.
A fantastic day out on Bruny Island! Our tour guide Shabu was amazing. He made the day super fun and was so knowledgeable and helpful. Perfect amount of time at each stop, lovely walks and tastings of Bruny Island delights. Amazing day for a girls trip.
Thank you, team Vintage. Enjoy life and hope to see you next time here in Tassie.
This was a brilliant day of touring and seeing sights. Our guide Chaboo was so friendly and very knowledgeable regarding the island, he explained cultures and information regarding the destinations that we visited. Definitely a must tourist destination, particularly if you can get the best guide Chaboo!!
Thank you for coming. We hope you all had a wonderful holiday in Tasmania.
A fantastic day to enjoy the sites and local produce of Bruny. Chaboo was the best of the best as a guide . Enjoyed his knowledge and humour . Thank you !
Thank you for the beautiful words. We hope you all had a wonderful holiday in Tasmania.
Excellent, not rushed, chubby excellent driver, guide very patient. On time well done.
Thank you for coming. We hope you all had a wonderful holiday in Tasmania.
Huge thanks to Chaboo who was a friendly and enthusiastic guide. He even brought binoculars so we could look out for birds and whales! A lot packed into the day with some lovely places to stop and delicious food.
Well... a beautiful journey can't go without a happy whale swimming in the Tasman Sea. Hope you enjoy the heart Island down here. See you all soon and enjoy life.
We had an amazing full-day tour to Bruny Island today! Everything was well-paced and not rushed, which made the whole experience really relaxing and enjoyable. We got to enjoy fresh, delicious oysters, taste some great local beer, and even saw a wild white wallaby — such a special moment! It truly felt like a perfect mix of nature, food, and unique experiences. Our guide was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the day. Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun and memorable day!
Thank you very much for coming, and we hope you all have a lovely holiday with us here in Tasmania. Bruny Island is a beautiful place where we can call home. Enjoy your trip in Australia, and hope to see you all soon.
