Bruny is an island off an island off an island!  Famous for its local produce and spectacular coastal scenery, we enjoy an amazing morning walk, followed by an afternoon indulging in Bruny’s delicious local produce.

If you like spectacular scenery and gourmet local produce, Bruny is your place; an island off an island off an island at the bottom of the world.  Work up an appetite on our morning walk to the The Arch, then indulge in the local gourmet delights for the afternoon.

Also known as Lunawanna-allonah, Bruny Island is separated from mainland Tasmania by a deep green channel called the D’Entrecasteaux. Home to a small population of people who prefer to live on the wild side, Bruny is all about beaches, waves, forests and food.

We set off early from Hobart to beat the crowds, taking a scenic waterside drive and ferry crossing to arrive on the island.

First up? A section of the Cape Queen Elizabeth trail, an easy-moderate 2 hour (7km) return walk that delivers spectacular views from Mars Bluff of Miles Beach and Bruny Island Arch, a mind-boggling natural rock formation. 

Next stop on our Bruny adventure is the isthmus joining North and South Bruny island – this area is known as The Neck and is the location of Trugannini Lookout. There are 279 stairs to the top where you will be well rewarded with fantastic views! We take a moment here to explore and spot the penguin burrows among the sand dunes.

Onwards from The Neck, learn about the local history at Two Tree Point before relaxing for lunch at Adventure Bay, a sheltered stretch of white sand and blue waves, with giant eucalyptus standing proud along the shore. Adventure Bay is the main “Hub” of Bruny Island and the location for our lunch break. You can relax on the beach with some free time and your own lunch, or you can enjoy your lunch break at the very scenic Bruny Island Cruises Seafood Restaurant. A wonderful beachfront location.

We re-group after lunch ready for a leisurely afternoon discovering Bruny Island’s celebrated artisan produce. We make stops at Bruny Island Chocolate Company (Award winning chocolate company specialising in handmade cream fudges, chocolate products), Bruny Island Honey (Free tastings of the natural honey produced on the Island and delicious honey ice cream), Bruny Island Cheese Co. (Artisan cheese-maker and Brewer, including cellar door tastings), and Get Shucked Oyster Farm (Producing oysters in the pure water of Great Bay).

After a full day of scenery, seafood, beaches and delicious tastes on the island – we return to Hobart around 5.00pm. The perfect day? We do say!

Highlights

• Explore Bruny Island – an island off an island off an island
• Walk to the spectacular Arch and rock formation on Miles Beach via Mars Bluff (moderate 7km hike)
• Climb the stairs to the top of Trugannini Lookout at The Neck
• Visit historic Two Tree Point & Resolution Creek
• Relax on the beach at Adventure Bay with your own lunch OR enjoy your lunch at Pennicotts Seafood Restaurant (own expense)
• Visit Bruny Island Chocolate Co.
• Visit Bruny Island Honey
• Visit Bruny Island Cheese Co.
• Visit Get Shucked Oyster Farm for takeaway fresh oysters

Inclusions

• Bruny Island Ferry transfers
• Friendly and knowledgeable tour guides
• Informative tours and guided walks
• A small group limit of 15 people per tour
• Select hotel pickup in Hobart

Exclusions

• Meals, Snacks, Drinks - Adventure Bay is the main “Hub” of Bruny Island and the location for our lunch break. You can relax on the beach with some free time and your own lunch, or you can enjoy your lunch break at the very scenic Bruny Island Cruises Seafood Restaurant. A wonderful beachfront location.

What to Bring

• Closed sturdy shoes for walking.  We recommend runners, sneakers or hiking boots.
• Sensible clothes for outdoor conditions.  Warm layers are a great idea, waterproof rain jackets just in case.  As you will be carrying everything you need for the day, please ensure you have a comfortable backpack/day pack.
• We do recommend good shoes and long pants for protection from some sections of coastal scrub and grasses.
• Large water bottle, snacks, lunch (or buy it on the day)
• Sense of adventure

Special considerations 

Our tours are active and visit National Parks and wild areas that involve some walking. We focus on the great short walks of Tasmania.  Although most of the walks are classified as easy, a suitable level of general health & fitness and physical abilities is essential.  All tour participants will be participating in outdoor, active activities and therefore subject to the outdoor weather conditions of the day.

We educate all our guests on Minimal Impact Bushwalking and the Leave No Trace policy’s before entering our National Parks. We provide accurate interpretation, and keep wildlife disturbance to a minimum by viewing from appropriate distances and informing our guests how to view wildlife with patience and respect. Activities are always confined to tracks and boardwalks to minimise negative impacts.

Image Credits:  Jess Bonde / Adam Gibson / Tourism Tasmania & Adam McIntosh