Bruny Island Full Day Tour inc Exclusive Lighthouse Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

Cape Bruny Lighthouse has stood since 1836. This is one of two full day tours from Hobart that takes you inside, guided by the only operator in Australia with access. A full day on Bruny Island guided by locals who know every corner of it. The lighthouse is guaranteed and the white wallaby searched for. Guided visits to the island's finest local producers: Get Shucked Oysters, Bruny Island Cheese Co., Bruny Island Chocolate Company and Bruny Island Honey- You’re guaranteed to see the best Bruny Island has to offer!

Pickup Information

Pickup from your selected Hobart hotel or meeting point. Over 10 locations available across Hobart and surrounds, including CBD, Sandy Bay, Battery Point, Margate, Kingston and Bruny Island. If your accommodation is not on the pickup list, contact Bruny Island Safaris after booking and they will direct you to the nearest option. Pickup from locations other than the main Hobart meeting point may be earlier than 7am.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Hobart
Pickup from your selected Hobart hotel or meeting point. Over 10 locations available across Hobart and surrounds, including CBD, Sandy Bay, Battery Point, Margate, Kingston and Bruny Island. If your accommodation is not on the pickup list, contact BIS after booking and they will direct you to the nearest option. Pickup from locations other than the main Hobart meeting point may be earlier than 7am.
2. SeaLink Bruny Island
Short ferry crossing. Return fares included in the tour price.
3. Bruny Island
Spend the day exploring the 'essentials' of Bruny Island, visit the iconic locations on the island and take in the best views from the Lighthouse balcony
4. Two Tree Point
A site of historical significance connected to the early exploration of Bruny Island. The Bruny Island Bread Fridges are located here, a Bruny Island institution where fresh bread is sold on the honour system from an unmanned roadside fridge. Own cost. If you want morning tea, this is where it starts.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Brief historic stop of cultural and historical significance connected to the early exploration of Bruny Island.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Adventure Bay
Search for the Bennett's white wallaby, an albino wallaby unique to Bruny Island. After thousands of tours, the guides know the most reliable spots. Sightings are not guaranteed.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Mount Mangana Forest Reserve
Scenic drive through temperate rainforest on the slopes of Mount Mangana. Weather-dependent.
8. South Bruny National Park
National Park entry included. Cape Bruny Lighthouse Museum included for all guests.
Duration: 30 mins
9. Cape Bruny Lighthouse Tours
The centrepiece of the tour. Guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse, built in 1836, heritage-listed and only accessible through Bruny Island Safaris. Climb 72 steps (with handrail) to the balcony for views across the Southern Ocean and cape. The original lens, installed in 1903, is still preserved on site. Children under 5 may visit the museum and walk at the base under adult supervision but cannot climb the stairs.
Duration: 30 mins
10. Lunawanna Cafe
Own cost. Guests purchase their own lunch at the local cafe.
Duration: 45 mins
11. Bruny Island Chocolate Company
Own cost. Chocolate and fudge available to purchase.
Duration: 20 mins
12. Bruny Island Honey
Honey tastings included. Additional honey products available to purchase.
Duration: 20 mins
13. Bruny Island Cheese Company
Own cost. Cheese and produce available to purchase.
Duration: 30 mins
14. Get Shucked Oyster Bar
Own cost. Fresh Bruny Island oysters available to purchase.
Duration: 30 mins
15. Truganini Lookout
The narrow isthmus connecting North and South Bruny Island. Three fitness options: 279 stairs to the Truganini Lookout at the top, a mid-level lookout, or a flat boardwalk to the beach.
Duration: 30 mins
16. SeaLink Bruny Island
Return crossing from Bruny Island to Kettering.
17. Hobart
Return to your selected Hobart hotel or meeting point. Arrival approximately 5:30pm.

Inclusion

Cape Bruny Lighthouse Museum visit, included for all guests

Honey tastings at Bruny Island Honey

Return Bruny Island ferry fares (SeaLink)

Expert guided commentary throughout the day

Exclusive guided tour of Cape Bruny Lighthouse: Bruny Island Safaris is the only guide with access

Local Tasmanian guide for the full day

In-vehicle air conditioning

South Bruny National Park entry, National Parks Pass included

Exclusion

Lunch

Alcoholic beverages

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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 5:30pm.

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 warm layers and a rain jacket. Bruny Island is often cooler than Hobart, in all seasons.

Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes.

Bring a small day bag or backpack. Suitcases and large bags cannot be accommodated on the bus.

Bring a reusable water bottle. Water is available on the bus for refills throughout the day.

Dietary requirements must be noted at time of booking.

Children under 5 cannot climb Cape Bruny Lighthouse stairs. They may visit the Cape Bruny Lighthouse Museum and walk inside at the base under adult supervision.

Three fitness options at Truganini Lookout: 279 stairs to the top, a mid-level lookout, or a flat boardwalk to the beach.

Supplied by Bruny Island Safaris

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