Bruny Island
Australia · Tasmania · 10 m
Description
Bruny Island is a nature-rich island off Tasmania’s southeast coast, south of Hobart, and a popular destination for nature and food lovers. Comprising North and South Bruny, connected by the narrow isthmus known as “The Neck”, the island is renowned for its dramatic coastal scenery, the historic Cape Bruny Lighthouse, the rugged cliffs of South Bruny National Park, and its diverse wildlife. Hiking trails, coastal cruises, and wildlife encounters showcase some of southern Tasmania’s most spectacular landscapes, while oysters, artisan cheese, honey, wine, and whisky highlight the island’s culinary traditions. White Bennett’s wallabies, little penguins, and numerous seabirds add to Bruny Island’s distinctive natural appeal.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: January – February
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- The Neck & Truganini Lookout
- Bruny Island Wilderness Coast Cruise
- South Bruny National Park
- Cape Bruny Lighthouse
- Adventure Bay
- Fluted Cape Walk
- Bruny Island White Wallabies
- Little Penguins at The Neck
- Bruny Island Oysters
- Bruny Island Cheese & Local Produce
- Bruny Island Whisky
- Cloudy Bay
- Grass Point Walk
- Labillardiere Peninsula Circuit
- Mabel Bay Lookout
- Bruny Island Birdwatching
Getting there
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry