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- Explore the darkened corners of the ruins of the Port Arthur Historic Site, one of Australia's most haunted sites, with only the lights of lanterns to illuminate your way.
- Learn all about the documented sightings and accounts of paranormal activity that date back to 1870.
- Listen to bone-chilling tales of the unexplained events that alarmed and perplexed the convicts, soldiers, and the former settlers.
- Soak in the eerie atmosphere caused by darkness, at the site where more than 1000 deaths took place during its 47-year stint as a penal settlement.
- Please note that this tour might not be suitable for young children.
- Explore the darkened corners of the ruins of the Port Arthur Historic Site, one of Australia's most haunted sites, with only the lights of lanterns to illuminate your way.
- Learn all about the documented sightings and accounts of paranormal activity that date back to 1870.
- Listen to bone-chilling tales of the unexplained events that alarmed and perplexed the convicts, soldiers, and the former settlers.
- Soak in the eerie atmosphere caused by darkness, at the site where more than 1000 deaths took place during its 47-year stint as a penal settlement.
- Please note that this tour might not be suitable for young children.
Inclusions
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Access to Port Arthur Historic Site
- 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.
- Delve into Tasmania's natural wonders and historic charm on a guided full-day tour, packed with unique experiences and visual delights, in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Relax with a warm dip in a thermal spring-fed pool that remains at a constant 28º throughout the year.
- Unravel the mystery of Australia's largest publicly open dolomite cave as you walk down 250 stairs and marvel at the stalactites, columns, shawls, and stalagmites.
- Experience an adrenaline surge with a treetop walk on the Tahune Airwalk, crossing a swinging bridge, and viewing ancient trees on the Huon Pine trail.
- Delve into Tasmania's natural wonders and historic charm on a guided full-day tour, packed with unique experiences and visual delights, in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Relax with a warm dip in a thermal spring-fed pool that remains at a constant 28º throughout the year.
- Unravel the mystery of Australia's largest publicly open dolomite cave as you walk down 250 stairs and marvel at the stalactites, columns, shawls, and stalagmites.
- Experience an adrenaline surge with a treetop walk on the Tahune Airwalk, crossing a swinging bridge, and viewing ancient trees on the Huon Pine trail.
Inclusions
- Ful-day tour of Hastings Caves, Tahune, and Huon Valley
- Admission to Hastings Caves & Thermal Springs
- Admission to Tahune Adventures
- Knowledgeable and passionate tour guide
- Air-conditioned minivan or small bus
- Tip: Make a lunch stop at the Kermandie Hotel which offers great food with a view and ask your guide about the history of the hotel.
- Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: tripod, flash photography.
- Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.
- 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
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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.
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.
- Partake in a full-day guided tour across the Tasmanian waters and experience a seafood extravaganza onboard.
- Accompanied by 2 local guides, witness River Derwent's ancient cliffs, Bruny Island's tranquil beaches, and savor salty oysters.
- Watch your guide effortlessly catch abalone and sea urchins, while snorkeling and join the expert in preparing a gourmet meal.
- Delight in a delectable lunch featuring salmon, oysters, rock lobster, and abalone, paired with artisan bread, salads, and cheese.
- Enhance the meal with a selection of local wines like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, ciders, beers, and organic juices.
- Partake in a full-day guided tour across the Tasmanian waters and experience a seafood extravaganza onboard.
- Accompanied by 2 local guides, witness River Derwent's ancient cliffs, Bruny Island's tranquil beaches, and savor salty oysters.
- Watch your guide effortlessly catch abalone and sea urchins, while snorkeling and join the expert in preparing a gourmet meal.
- Delight in a delectable lunch featuring salmon, oysters, rock lobster, and abalone, paired with artisan bread, salads, and cheese.
- Enhance the meal with a selection of local wines like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, ciders, beers, and organic juices.
Inclusions
- Full-day cruise tour from Hobart
- 2 local guides
- Lunch (rock lobster, abalone, sea urchin, oysters, sashimi & salmon)
- Spread of local breads
- Artisan cheese
- Local wines (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling & Jansz sparkling)
- Moo Brew
- Willie Smiths
- Organic juices
- Tip: Explore the beaches, walking tracks, and scenic viewpoints at the serene Bruny Island.
- Guide dogs are allowed on the tour.
- This tour can accommodate a maximum of 12 people in 1 group.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Immerse yourself in a day tour from Hobart to Launceston with a small group of under 20 guests, an expert guide, and hassle-free transfers.
- The highlight of the tour is Freycinet National Park – the oldest national park in Tasmania – with exquisite views of the clear waters of Wineglass Bay.
- Explore Honeymoon Bay – a romantic beach cove – and the historic Cape Tourville Lighthouse where you’ll savor more coastal views.
- If you prefer a more challenging trek, walk down to the beach at Wineglass Bay and relax on the white sand, or go for a swim in the turquoise waters.
- Adding a different element of fun to your day is a visit to the Devil’s Corner winery where you’ll learn about the lodge’s intricate process of winemaking.
- Immerse yourself in a day tour from Hobart to Launceston with a small group of under 20 guests, an expert guide, and hassle-free transfers.
- The highlight of the tour is Freycinet National Park – the oldest national park in Tasmania – with exquisite views of the clear waters of Wineglass Bay.
- Explore Honeymoon Bay – a romantic beach cove – and the historic Cape Tourville Lighthouse where you’ll savor more coastal views.
- If you prefer a more challenging trek, walk down to the beach at Wineglass Bay and relax on the white sand, or go for a swim in the turquoise waters.
- Adding a different element of fun to your day is a visit to the Devil’s Corner winery where you’ll learn about the lodge’s intricate process of winemaking.
Inclusions
- Day tour of Launceston
- Round-trip transfers
- English-speaking guide
- Small group under 20
- National Park entrance fee
Exclusions
- Food and drinks (at personal expense)
- Freycinet National Park
- Wineglass Bay Lookout
- Wineglass Beach
- Honeymoon Bay
- Cape Tourville Lighthouse
- Devil’s Corner winery
- Tip: Make sure to try out the crowd-favorite seafood platter and the artisanal gelato at Devil’s Corner.
- Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 7 years.
- Guests mist have a good level of fitness and mobility to participate in this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Embark on a guided tour capturing the rugged coastline, lavender farm, and convict history of Tasmania with round-trip transfers from Hobart.
- Marvel at Australia's highest sea cliffs at 300 meters and the Tasman Peninsula's breathtaking landscape visible from Pirates Bay Lookout.
- Embark on one of Tasmania's greatest short walks along the Waterfall Bay Cliff that concludes at the rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.
- At the quaint Port Arthur Lavender Farm, wander amidst lavender fields, relish lavender-infused high tea, and witness a lavender distillery in action!
- Explore the haunting Port Arthur Historic Site, with a harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, once used as a graveyard for penal settlements.
- Embark on a guided tour capturing the rugged coastline, lavender farm, and convict history of Tasmania with round-trip transfers from Hobart.
- Marvel at Australia's highest sea cliffs at 300 meters and the Tasman Peninsula's breathtaking landscape visible from Pirates Bay Lookout.
- Embark on one of Tasmania's greatest short walks along the Waterfall Bay Cliff that concludes at the rock formations of Tasman Arch and Devil’s Kitchen.
- At the quaint Port Arthur Lavender Farm, wander amidst lavender fields, relish lavender-infused high tea, and witness a lavender distillery in action!
- Explore the haunting Port Arthur Historic Site, with a harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead, once used as a graveyard for penal settlements.
Inclusions
- Full-day guided tour of Port Arthur & Lavender Farm
- Expert guide
- Small group tour of 20 people
- Round-trip transfers
- Entry to Port Arthur Historic Site
- A complimentary Port Arthur Harbor Cruise (20-minute cruise)
- A downloadable podcast
Exclusions
- Food and drinks (at personal expense)
- Pirates Bay Lookout
- Waterfall Bay Cliff
- Tasman National Park – Devils Kitchen, Tasman Arch
- Eaglehawk Neck and The “Dogline”
- Port Arthur Lavender Farm
- Port Arthur Historic Site
- Harbor Cruise at Port Arthur Historic Site
- Richmond Village and Historic Bridge
- Tip: On your harbor cruise around the Isle of Dead, keep an eye out for seals. They're often spotted in these waters!
- Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 7 years.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Experience Tasmania's unique beauty on this guided day tour that includes meeting the notorious Tassie Devils, visiting Port Harbour, exploring the village of Richmond, and more.
- Hike up 300-meter-high clifftops to witness huge waves crash against dolerite spires and enjoy stunning views at Pirates Bay, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch, and Devil’s Kitchen.
- Come face-to-face with Tasmanian Devils at the Tasmanian Devils Unzoo, feed wallabies, and watch a Birds of the Bush show.
- Engage with the history of Port Arthur's impeccably preserved ruins, including a complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead.
- Explore the historic village of Richmond with its quaint stone buildings, Australia's oldest bridge, and old lolly shops.
- Experience Tasmania's unique beauty on this guided day tour that includes meeting the notorious Tassie Devils, visiting Port Harbour, exploring the village of Richmond, and more.
- Hike up 300-meter-high clifftops to witness huge waves crash against dolerite spires and enjoy stunning views at Pirates Bay, Waterfall Bay, Tasman Arch, and Devil’s Kitchen.
- Come face-to-face with Tasmanian Devils at the Tasmanian Devils Unzoo, feed wallabies, and watch a Birds of the Bush show.
- Engage with the history of Port Arthur's impeccably preserved ruins, including a complimentary harbor cruise around the Isle of the Dead.
- Explore the historic village of Richmond with its quaint stone buildings, Australia's oldest bridge, and old lolly shops.
Inclusions
- Full-day guided tour
- Round-trip transfers
- Tasmanian Devil Unzoo entrance fee
- Tasman National Park highlights (Devils Kitchen & Tasman Arch)
- Visit historic Richmond Village
- Tasmanian Devil feeding
- Port Arthur Historic Site entry fees
- A complimentary Port Arthur Harbor Cruise (20-minute cruise)
- A downloadable podcast
- Waterfall Bay Cliff Top walk
- Pirates Bay Lookout
- Tip: If you're into 'haunted' places, explore the whispers of the supernatural around Richmond's oldest bridge.
- Safety is a priority. So, this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 8 years.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.