Bruny Island Walk
3-Day Guided Bruny Island Walk – Pack-Free Adventure with Wow-Mazing Inclusions by Life’s An Adventure
Discover the stunning beauty and rich culture of Bruny Island on our 3-Day Guided Pack-Free Walk. This adventure is designed to immerse you in the island’s diverse landscapes and culinary delights, providing a unique experience that goes far beyond just walking.
As you traverse Bruny Island’s rugged terrain and lush forests, you’ll be captivated by the breathtaking scenery that surrounds you. Each day offers a combination of invigorating hikes and unforgettable experiences, ensuring that your time on the island is both adventurous and enriching.
One of the standout features of this tour is a captivating wilderness cruise through the island’s pristine waters. As you glide along the coastline, you’ll uncover hidden wonders and dramatic sea cliffs, all while keeping an eye out for playful seals and soaring seabirds. This immersive experience showcases the untouched beauty of Bruny Island from a unique perspective, providing photo opportunities that will leave you in awe. Culinary delights await you with a gourmet winery dinner, where you’ll indulge in a meal featuring locally sourced ingredients paired with exquisite wines. Dine amidst stunning vineyard views as you savor the flavours of Bruny Island, making for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the region’s agricultural bounty. But the gastronomic journey doesn’t stop there. Throughout your stay, you’ll enjoy exclusive tastings at local producers, sampling the best of Bruny Island’s offerings, including fresh seafood, artisanal chocolates, and award-winning cheeses. Each bite reveals the island’s rich culinary heritage and the passion of its local producers.
Our 3-Day Guided Bruny Island Walk is not just a walking tour; it’s an adventure that blends hiking, culture, and gastronomy, making it the ultimate experience on this remarkable island. With a Pack-Free approach, you’ll carry only a light day pack, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and diverse experiences without the burden of heavy gear.
Join us for this extraordinary journey on Bruny Island, where every step unveils the island’s beauty and every moment offers a unique experience. Whether you’re a nature lover, a foodie, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of Australia’s cultural heritage, this adventure promises to leave you with cherished memories and a newfound appreciation for this hidden gem!
Pack-Free walk
Bruny Island Hiking
One of the biggest drawcards of this tour is that our guests won’t be asked to carry their clothes or overnight bags for the entire tour, this is a Pack Free Walk. This is a big advantage for our guests, in that you will avoid carrying an additional 8kg or more on your back. With Life’s An Adventure, you will carry as little as your water bottle, camera, lunch and hat each day!
Bruny Island cruise
Wow-mazing Inclusion
On day 3 enjoy a Wow-mazing moment when we finish our walking tour with a superb Bruny Island cruise. See amazing sea caves and sea cliffs of Bruny Island and if we are enjoying some up close marine life encounters such as dolphins, seals and whales. An incredible way to finish our journey.
Bruny Island Winery Dinner
Wow-mazing Inclusion
Indulge in an unforgettable dining experience amidst the tranquil beauty of Bruny Island at its esteemed winery.. As the sun sets over rolling vineyards, immerse yourself in a world of culinary delights and fine wines that embody the essence of the island. Savour locally sourced ingredients, expertly crafted into mouthwatering dishes that celebrate Tasmania’s rich gastronomic heritage. Paired perfectly with the winery’s own acclaimed vintages.
Bruny Island Tastings after your walk
Wow-mazing Inclusion
Bruny Island is famous for its wonderful local produce including cheeses, wines, berries, oysters and smoked meats. Your walking days will be complemented with stops at local establishment to sample along the way such as the Oyster Farm and Chocolate or Cheese Factory.
Local accommodation
on beautiful Bruny Island
Getting a good nights rest, is an essential part of any walking holiday. We won’t ask you to sleep in tents, on our walking tour you will stay at charming local accommodation. We know you’ll have a comfortable stay and a restful night’s sleep no matter what the weather.
We stay 2 nights at the character filled timber cottage – Bruny Island Lodge. This unspoiled hideaway is set on private acreage in the southern part of the island overlooking the sheltered waters of Oyster Cove. With six bedrooms, 4x bathrooms, 5x toilets, multiple fireplaces, a well appointed games room & a big wrap around veranda. This lodge is the perfect location for our groups to relax and soak in the natural environment that surrounds the gorgeous private property.
Bruny Island wines and superb local meals
to indulge in
Embark on a culinary journey like no other as you explore Bruny Island, where each meal is a celebration of the island’s rich bounty. With locally sourced produce and exquisite wines gracing the table at every dinner, indulgence becomes a way of life.
Personalised Tours
Small groups
Our group sizes are small and intimate, we find this delivers more personalised service, a great social environment and has less impact on the environment.
Our CEO Guides
Passionate Chief Experience Offices
We refer to our guides as CEOs – Chief Experience Officers whose aim is to deliver you a world-class walk. We pride ourselves on employing a talented team of passionate CEOs who are committed to your safety and have a genuine desire to provide an enriching and memorable walking experience for you.
21 Tourism Awards of Excellence
including Australia's best Adventure Tourism Company
Life’s an Adventure have won 21 Tourism Awards of Excellence including the Qantas Australian Tourism Award for Australia’s Best Adventure Company. Awards are great, but our biggest accolade which we value even more, is that our clients come back and travel with us time and time again.
Genuinely all-inclusive
Our walks are genuinely all-inclusive from a la carte dining accompanied with fine wines, to trail mix, fruit, walkers lunches, great accommodation, guides, food tastings and a wildlife cruise.
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WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE US?
Tour Itinerary
Our all-inclusive tours feature a fully supported walk with all the creature comforts.
WOW-MAZING INCLUSIONS:
- Wilderness Cruise Bruny Island
- Celebratory dinner at Bruny Island Winery
- Sample the tantalising local providers including the Cheese factory, Chocolate Factory and Oyster Farm
PACK-FREE WALKING:
- Pack Free Walk. Walk with as little as your camera, water and lunch.
LOCAL PRODUCE & BRUNY ISLAND WINES:
- Bruny Island wine served with both dinners
- Bruny Island Winery Dinner
- Bruny Island Local Restaurant Dinner prepared with local produce
- Bruny Island Waterfront Restaurant lunch
- Lunch at Bruny Island Cheese Co
- Tastings at Local Producers on the island
- 2 x breakfasts
- 3 x walkers lunches
- Trail mix to enjoy during your walk
- Tea, coffee and hot chocolate to enjoy on the trail
BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION:
- 2 nights at Bruny Island Lodge or similar
GUIDED WALKS, PARKS FEES & TRANSFERS:
- Professionally guided – Our guides are locals who are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information
- Return transfers to Hobart
Hobart - Bruny Island - Cape Queen Elizabeth Walk
SUGGESTED PRE NIGHT ACCOMMODATION: Grand Chancellor Hobart.
DEPARTURE TIME: 8.00 am
TRANSFER TIMES: Morning: 35-minute transfer from Hobart to Bruny Island ferry. We then ferry across to Bruny Island before a 30 minute drive to the start of the trail. Afternoon: 60 minute transfer from end of the walk to our accommodation with stops en route at the local Cheese Factory and Oyster Farm.
TRAIL NOTES: Walk approximately 12kms. 4 hours walking with breaks. Medium grade. Ascent/descent: 80m/80m
TERRAIN: Along a beach and up a bluff or two; so, expect undulating terrain on natural trails.
ITINERARY: The day will commence in Hobart at 8.00 am at the Hotel Grand Chancellor where you will be transferred to Kettering to join our cruise to Bruny Island. From here we will enjoy a scenic drive through the original homeland of the Nuenonne Aboriginal people. The island has a wide range of rich history, remarkable scenery and wide-range wildlife which you will be a witness of. Our walking adventure begins with us setting foot onto the Bruny Island Neck Game Reserve taking us to the remarkable Cape Queen Elizabeth. Surrounded by lagoons and dunes this 4-hour walk features white beaches and headlands with spectacular views. Features of this walk include open dry sclerophyll bushland, the home of the Bennetts wallaby, a pretty lagoon, stunning beaches and fantastic views from the summit of the Cape. At the end of our walk, we head to our accommodation to freshen up before we embark on a journey to Bruny Island’s esteemed winery for a delightful dinner complemented by their locally crafted wines, before retiring to our accommodations for the evening.
Bruny Lighthouse walk - Mt Mangana walk. Afternoon tastings at local providors
TRAIL NOTES: Walk: 4km. Medium grade. Ascent/descent: 120m/120m
TERRAIN: Not technical walking but using natural trails.
ITINERARY: Enjoy a hearty hot and cold breakfast before we set out for our walking experience. Today is all about walking and tastings! The journey begins with a captivating short walk to the iconic Bruny Island Lighthouse, where history and panoramic views collide. Perched majestically atop rugged cliffs, the lighthouse offers a glimpse into Tasmania’s maritime past while providing unparalleled vistas of the surrounding coastline. Feel the salty breeze on your skin as you soak in the beauty of the Tasman Sea stretching out before you. Next, we embark on an exhilarating hike to the summit of Mt Mangana, where nature’s splendour awaits at every turn. As you traverse through lush forests and across rolling hills, immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance of this untouched wilderness. Reach the summit and be rewarded with sweeping vistas that showcase Bruny Island’s unspoiled beauty in all its glory. After working up an appetite, indulge your taste buds with a visit to some of Bruny Island’s renowned local producers. Dive into a world of flavours with tantalizing tastings at acclaimed spots such as the superb Bruny Island Cheese factory for lunch and later enjoy tastings at the Oyster Farm, where you can savour the freshest, most succulent oysters straight from the ocean. Continue your culinary exploration with a stop at a decadent Chocolate Factory, where artisanal treats tempt with their irresistible aromas and exquisite flavours. Throughout the day, our expert guides will regale you with tales of Bruny Island’s fascinating history, unique ecology, and vibrant culinary scene, ensuring an enriching and memorable experience for all. Tonight, we embark on a journey to Bruny Island’s famous Hotel Bruny, where you can enjoy the atmosphere and great food of this favourite location of the locals, before retiring to our accommodations for the evening.
Grass Point and Fluted Cape Walk - Wilderness Cruise
TRANSFER TIMES: Morning: 22 minute transfer from our accommodation to the start of the trail. Afternoon: 1 hour and 45 minute transfer from end of the walk to Hobart.
TRAIL NOTES: Walk: Approximately 6kms. 3.5 hours walking with breaks. Medium grade. Ascent/descent: 270m/270m
TERRAIN: The track to Green Point has a hardened or compacted surface with gentle hills and occasional steps. There are occasional boulder-strewn sections. The track onwards to Fluted Cape is a natural trail, with uneven surfaces and rocks and a steep ascent and descent.
ITINERARY: We begin our day with a delicious, hearty breakfast, fuelling up for an unforgettable adventure ahead. After packing our bags, we set off to explore the breathtaking Fluted Cape, home to towering 272-metre-high dolerite sea cliffs. Our journey starts with a tranquil stroll along the beach, following the rugged coastline to Grass Point, where towering Tasmanian Blue Gums create a magical forest canopy. This historic spot was once a bustling whaling station in the early 1800s, and today, its peaceful beauty makes it a perfect place to pause and soak in the scenery. From here, we challenge ourselves with a steep but rewarding climb to the summit of Fluted Cape, where dramatic organ pipe rock formations stand as nature’s masterpiece. Reaching the clifftops, we’re rewarded with sweeping views over Adventure Bay, Cape Queen Elizabeth, and even distant Tasman Island—a breathtaking moment you’ll want to capture. After our invigorating hike, we indulge in a well-earned lunch at the Bruny Island Cruises Restaurant, perfectly positioned near the waterfront. With satisfied appetites, we then embark on an unforgettable wilderness cruise, exploring Bruny Island’s rugged coastline by sea. Keep an eye out for seals, dolphins, and even the occasional migrating whale as we weave through towering cliffs and hidden sea caves. Finally, we make our way back to Hobart, reflecting on an incredible day of adventure, nature, and Tasmanian flavours, the perfect way to end an extraordinary journey.
ARRIVAL TIME: We arrive back into Hobart at approximately 6.30pm.
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Tour Availability
We run scheduled tours from September to April every year, which is the optimal time to walk in Tasmania. Shoulder months of September to October and April are great times to walk and come with the added benefit of being discounted by $100 per person.
Prices in AUD (Australian Dollars)
PRIVATE GROUPS: Date of your choice is available for groups of 10 -12 people. Subject to availability.
Please contact us for more details on (02) 9975 4553 or email: walks@lifesanadventure.com.au
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Solo Travellers
At the Bruny Island Lodge we only have one single room available at our accommodation. As this is a small room, guests staying in this room will NOT need to pay any extra to have their own room. Please enquire when booking about availability.
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FREE PRE-NIGHT ACCCOMMODATION OFFER:
Is for new bookings made from 1 August 2026 until 30 September 2026 on specific dates only until sold out.
Based on twin share, a single supplement cost will apply for solo travellers.
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BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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SALE TICKET CONDITIONS:
* Super Earlybird, Earlybird, Spring and Spot Special Sale Tickets: Must be paid in full at time of booking. Refunds or cancellations are not permitted for Sale Tickets however, transfers to another date are permitted 8 weeks or more prior to departure incurring a $200 transfer fee. We advise taking out travel insurance in case unexpected circumstances prior to the trip, prevent you from joining this tour. Early bird or Spot Special discounts cannot be used in conjunction with another offer. We have partnered with Cover-More to provide travel insurance to our guests. To get a quote or purchase travel insurance directly with them Click here. To receive these special discounts, full payment must be made at the time of initial booking.
* Those who have travelled with Life’s An Adventure previously, receive a past passenger discount of $100. This discount will automatically be deducted from future bookings when you book online using the same email address used for past bookings.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* Prices are per person in Australian dollars and include GST.
* A deposit of $300 per person is required to secure your booking. (unless taking advantage of Earlybird or Spot Specials in which full payment is required at time of booking).
* Note: If you are booking within 90 days of your departure date – we will require full payment at the time of booking
* Prices are based on twin share of rooms. If you are travelling solo you may be required to share with someone of the same gender. If this is not suitable you can request to pay a single supplement, however, limited single rooms are available per trip so are on a request basis.
* Payments must be made online via our NAB (National Australia Bank) secure payment page via credit card (Visa or Mastercard) or over the phone.
* We advise taking our Travel Insurance to cover items such as cancellation of tour due to minimum numbers not met, or adverse weather conditions, injury, evacuation, delayed flights, illness, etc. Click here
* Credit for cancelled activities. If a tour activity has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances a credit for this missed activity can be applied to any future tour with us. Click here.
