Safe Travel and Tour Services Bruny Island Day Tour Scenic Views And Local Tastings

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A full day on Bruny Island from Hobart with a local guide: the car ferry across the D'Entrecasteaux Channel, the climb to The Neck lookout, Adventure Bay and the Cape Bruny lighthouse, with tastings of oysters, cheese and chocolate along the way. Hotel pick-up, the ferry and national park entry are included.

Days

Full day, about 9 hours

Group size

Guided day tour

Start / finish

Hobart / Bruny Island / Hobart
Hobart, around 5pm

Return

Hobart, around 5pm

Transport

Air-conditioned vehicle and the Bruny Island car ferry

Meals

Oyster, cheese and chocolate tastings; lunch at your own cost

Route

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Included experiences

The Neck — climb to the Truganini lookout and memorial
Adventure Bay — beach time and lunch, with white wallabies about
Cape Bruny — visit the lighthouse in South Bruny National Park
Get Shucked — oyster tasting at the oyster bar
Bruny Island Chocolate Company — chocolate tasting

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MORNING: HOBART TO BRUNY ISLAND

Your guide collects you from your Hobart CBD hotel early, or you meet at Brooke Street Pier on the waterfront. It's a short drive south to Kettering, where the car ferry crosses the D'Entrecasteaux Channel to Bruny Island in about 20 minutes. Both the channel and the island are named after the French admiral Bruni d'Entrecasteaux, who charted these waters in 1792. From the ferry deck, watch for salmon farm pens and sea birds. On the other side the road runs south across North Bruny, all farmland and quiet bays.

THE NECK AND TWO TREE POINT

The first stop is The Neck, the thin isthmus of sand dunes joining North and South Bruny. Close to 300 steps climb to the Truganini lookout, about 15 minutes up, where a memorial honours Truganini (1812 to 1876) and the Nuenonne people of Bruny Island. From the top you see water on both sides of the island and across to mainland Tasmania. A short stop follows at Two Tree Point, where crews on the voyages of both James Cook and William Bligh came ashore to collect fresh water from the creek.

MIDDAY: ADVENTURE BAY

Then it's on to Adventure Bay on South Bruny, named after HMS Adventure, the ship of Tobias Furneaux, which anchored here in 1773. You have an hour for the long curve of beach and for lunch at your own cost. Keep an eye out for the island's white wallabies, a pale form of the Bennett's wallaby, and look up for white-bellied sea eagles riding the wind above the headlands.

AFTERNOON: CAPE BRUNY AND THE TASTINGS

The road heads into South Bruny National Park for about 45 minutes at the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, built by convicts and first lit in 1838, on cliffs looking out over the Southern Ocean. On the way back north, about 45 minutes at Get Shucked puts freshly shucked Bruny oysters, grown in the cold waters of Great Bay, in front of you, then the Bruny Island Chocolate Company brings dessert, with cheese tastings also on the menu. You catch the ferry back to Kettering and are dropped at your hotel at around 5pm.

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Good to know

Meeting point: Pick-up from Hobart CBD hotels, or meet at Brooke Street Pier. Be ready 10 minutes before departure; your pick-up time is confirmed by email the day before.
Departure time: Early morning, around 7 to 7:30am, daily.
Finishes: Around 5pm in Hobart.
Duration: About 9 hours.
Fitness: The Neck lookout is a climb of close to 300 steps, about 15 minutes up.

What to bring

Comfortable shoes for the lookout steps
Money for lunch

What is included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Hobart CBD)
Return car ferry to Bruny Island
Air-conditioned vehicle and local guide
National park entry fees
Cheese, oyster and chocolate tastings
Bottled water

Not included

Lunch and other meals
Extra drinks
Personal purchases

FAQ

Preparing for the trip

What immunisations do I need?

For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.

Do I need to take any medical supplies?

It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour carries a first aid box, and the tour guides are all certified in First Aid.

Do I need travel insurance?

Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.

Where can I get more information about this trip?

If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.

Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?

You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.

How fit do I need to be?

These tours are designed to be fun, informative and active, and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking or walking up to 5km each day.

What should I pack?

Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.

Private tours and families

Is it possible to travel in a private group?

If you are looking for a private tour based on one of these trips, please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.

Booking the trip

If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?

Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.

Does the tour price include flights?

No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!

How far in advance do I need to book my tour?

As a rule of thumb, try to book at least 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.

Do I have to book this tour online?

Definitely not. Our website is designed to make is easy and convenient for you to schedule your tour. However we understand sometimes its nice to talk to someone directly. So by all means give us a call and we can organise your trip over the phone.

How do I know when a tour is available?

You can check the departure dates of tours by using our calendar on the top right hand corner of the tour page. This will tell you what days the tour departs. For availability of seats please contact us directly at info@lostinaustralia.org or call us.

If I make a deposit only, when will I need to pay the balance?

Balance on tours need to be paid at least 30 days prior to departure. Failure to do so could result is the cancellation of your seat with a fee charged. If you need more time to clear your balance then let us know ASAP and arrangements can be made.

Who travels with us

Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?

Plenty of travellers book these tours on their own. Solo travellers are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that last a lifetime.Solo travellers will usually share a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room you won't be charged extra. On camping tours there are generally enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.For more information please contact us directly.

Cost and Fees

Do I need to tip the guide?

If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip your guide, that is completely up to you. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is not at all expected.

Will I need additional money?

Travellers are advised to bring some cash, as ATMs and banks can be few and far between in the remote parts of the trip. It is handy to have some extra cash, as the tour does stop by local shops and cafes.

Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?

Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.

What does Paid Locally mean?

Some tours require you to pay national park fees directly, in cash, to the tour guide on the morning of departure. Rest assured this will be subtracted from the tour price when reserving your tour.

Whilst on tour

Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?

We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.

Where do I meet the tour?

For pick-up times and locations, please check the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary, which lists every pick-up point and its time.There is a lot of information there to help you plan your flights and arrival.Please review it carefully, as pick-ups can vary from tour to tour.