All Inclusive Bruny Island Day Tour Plus Guided Lighthouse Tour

Overview

Discover the best of Bruny Island on this all-inclusive Food, Sightseeing and Lighthouse Full-Day Tour, departing Hobart daily. Your day tour includes a guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse, exclusive to Bruny Island Safaris. Enjoy Bruny Island oysters, cheeses and freshly baked bread for Morning Tea on the beach before a day of sightseeing and fascinating stories from your tour guide. Take in the views from the Truganini Lookout at The Neck and other scenic lookouts throughout the day. Tastings of honey, chocolate and fudge are also included at Bruny Island Chocolate Co and Bruny Island Honey. This tour is the perfect well-rounded experience of Bruny Island, highlighting the incredible scenery, wildlife, history and tasty local produce. Our own Managing Director, Craig Parsey, spent some of his childhood at Cape Bruny Lighthouse when his father was the Lighthouse Keeper. Our tours have been designed by Craig, providing a true local insight into Bruny Island.

Itinerary

1. Hobart

   Pickup from your selected Hobart hotel or nearby meeting point. Over 20 locations available across Hobart, including CBD, North Hobart and Sandy Bay, plus Kettering and Bruny Island. Departure is at 7am from the main Hobart meeting point. Pickup from other locations may be earlier.

   · 5 min

2. SeaLink Bruny Island Ferry

   Short ferry crossing from Kettering to Bruny Island. Return fare included.

   · 5 min· Admission included

3. Two Tree Point

   Morning tea on the beach. Get Shucked oysters (freshly shucked), three types of Bruny Island cheese, freshly baked bread, tea and coffee. Gluten-free biscuits available. The guide sets it up on the beach.

   · 10 min

4. Historic stop connected to the early exploration of Bruny Island.

   · Non-stop passage

5. Adventure Bay

   Search for the Bennett's white wallaby, an albino wallaby unique to Bruny Island. Sightings are not guaranteed.

   · 5 min

6. Scenic drive through the temperate rainforest on the slopes of Mount Mangana. Weather-dependent.

   · Non-stop passage

7. South Bruny National Park

   Visit to South Bruny National Park. National Park entry fees are included.

   · 30 min· Admission included

8. 30-minute guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse, built in 1836, heritage-listed, decommissioned 1997. Original lens from 1903 still on site. Climb 72 steps (with handrail) to the balcony. Views across the Southern Ocean and cape. Cape Bruny Lighthouse Museum included for all guests. Children under 5 may visit the museum and walk inside at the base under adult supervision.

   · 30 min· Admission included

9. One-course lunch overlooking Sunset Beach. Local Bruny Island and Tasmanian produce. Gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options available. Beverages not included.

   · 20 min· Admission included

10. Bruny Island Chocolate Company

    Private chocolate and fudge tasting, exclusive to your group.

    · 5 min· Admission included

11. Bruny Island Honey

    Honey tastings and shop visit.

    · 5 min· Admission included

12. Cheese tastings and shop visit.

    · 5 min· Admission included

13. The Neck

    The narrow isthmus connecting North and South Bruny Island. Three options: 279 stairs to the Truganini Lookout, mid-level lookout, or flat boardwalk to the beach.

    · 10 min

14. Return crossing from Bruny Island to Kettering.

    · 5 min· Admission included

15. Hobart

    Return to your selected Hobart hotel or meeting point. Arrival approximately 5:00 to 5:30pm.

    · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

If you are unsure of which pickup location to select, please contact us and let us know which hotel/Airbnb you are staying at, and we will update your booking with the closest pickup location.

How to use your ticket

Below is important ticket information for your booking with Bruny Island Safaris. Please ensure you are ready for pickup at the correct time: If you are unsure about your pickup time and location, please email or call us within 48 hours of your tour. If you contact us outside office hours, feel free to leave a message, and we will return any missed calls as soon as possible. We strongly advise contacting us 48 hours before departure for confirmation. Contact details for Bruny Island Safaris: Email: bookings@brunyislandsafaris.com.au Phone: 03 61443045 within Australia or +61361443045 (International)

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This is a guided road and ferry tour in an air-conditioned bus. It is not a cruise or boat tour.
• Departs Hobart at 7am. Returns approximately 5:00 to 5:30pm.
• Your specific pickup time and location is confirmed after booking. Pickup from locations other than the main Hobart meeting point may be earlier than 7am.
• Bring a small day bag or backpack. Suitcases and large bags cannot be accommodated on the bus.
• Bruny Island is often cooler than Hobart. Bring warm layers and a rain jacket even in summer.
• Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes.
• Due to safety regulations, children under 5 years old cannot climb the Cape Bruny Lighthouse stairs but can walk around the base inside.
• Bring a reusable water bottle. Water is available on the bus for refills throughout the day.
• Dietary requirements and food allergies must be noted at time of booking. Gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options available at lunch. Gluten-free biscuits available at morning tea.
• Children under 5 cannot climb Cape Bruny Lighthouse stairs. They may visit the museum and walk outside the base under adult supervision.
• Contact the operator before booking for infants under 12 months.
• Maximum 20 guests per tour bus.
• Start and finish times are approximate and subject to change.
• Service animals are permitted.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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