From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise
Bruny Island, Tasmania
Join a wilderness cruise along Bruny Island's rugged coastline in search of regional wildlife. Explore the island after the cruise.
Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise from Hobart or Bruny Island
This wildlife and sea cliff cruise suits nature lovers visiting Tasmania, departing from Hobart or Bruny Island.
Highlights
- Cruise past some of the highest sea cliffs in Australia
- Spot wildlife including seals, migrating whales, dolphins, and seabirds
- Enjoy free time to explore Bruny Island after the cruise
Description
Choose to start your tour either on Bruny Island or from Hobart. The cruise passes by Australia's highest sea cliffs and takes you close to the Breathing Rock, a striking natural formation.
Explore deep-sea caves, navigate the narrow gap between the coast and The Monument, and witness where the Tasman Sea meets the Southern Ocean. Your interpretive guide will help you identify wildlife such as seals, dolphins, migrating whales, and seabirds. At the Friars, glide quietly past rare nesting seabirds and a large seal haul-out site with thousands of seals.
The custom-built yellow boats feature open-air, tiered seating designed for excellent all-round views. After the cruise, you can disembark to spend time exploring Bruny Island. If selected, return by a guided bus tour back to Hobart.
Includes
- Wilderness cruise
- Wet weather jacket
- Return guided bus tour from Hobart (optional)
- Ferry crossings and Hobart hotel drop-off (optional)
Excludes
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- No minimum age or group size required
- Arrive at the ferry terminal 30 minutes before departure
- Ferry crossing duration: 20 minutes
- Adventure Bay is a 35-minute drive south once on Bruny Island
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable clothing and arrive early to ensure timely ferry boarding. The tour runs year-round, but check weather conditions before booking.