Bruny Island

Bruny Island is the perfect holiday destination for all ages. There's so much to do and see, with bushwalking through National Park, cruising the Bruny coastline, fishing, fine food and wine, beaches, history and culture.

South Bruny National Park
The South Bruny National Park is spread across South Bruny Island and can be easily explored from Adventure Bay. There are a number of walks including 15 minute strolls to more challenging day walks. Walks offer stunning views and take you past coastline and into rainforest. There are excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting and birdwatching.

Fine Food and Wine
Bruny Island is home to Australia's southern-most vineyard and a number of fine food producers with delights including oysters, cheese and fudge. There are a variety of food and dining options from classic takeaway to a unique café experience.

Boating, Surfing and Beaches
The Captain James Cook Caravan Park is situated across the road from the family-friendly Adventure Bay Beach. This is a popular destination for swimming as it is one of the more sheltered beaches on the island. Cloudy Bay is a popular spot for surfers, although conditions can get very rough at times. Bruny Island offers stunning views from the sea, with some of the tallest sea-cliffs in Australia and some intriguing rock formations. Wildlife including seals are plentiful and dolphins can often be seen.

Fishing and Adventure
Join one of our Ol' Kid Fishing Charters. Bruny Island offers excellent fishing and you can increase your chances of a good haul by letting us take you out on an unforgettable adventure. The popular Bruny Island Cruises also operates from Adventure Bay and explores the coastline of the island. Tours run daily October to May.

History and Culture
There are also a number of cultural attractions on Bruny Island. The Bligh Museum at Adventure Bay will take you back in time to the days of the early explorers such as Captain Cook and William Bligh. The Cape Bruny Lighthouse also has a colourful history, being one of the longest serving lighthouses in Australia. Tours of the lighthouse are available.

Penguin Rookery
The Bruny Island Neck is a narrow isthmus joining North and South Bruny. It is also the site of the Penguin Rookery which is home to a colony of Fairy Penguins. At dusk, penguins can be seen coming ashore for the night. In the daylight, the Trugannini Lookout provides stunning 360° views.