A Hiking Guide to Bruny Island

A popular holiday destination in Tasmania, Bruny Island provides an opportunity to get away from it all and spend a few days relaxing on a beach or enjoying a hike or two. The island is split into North and South Bruny Island, with a very narrow stretch of land joining the two regions, and almost every part of the island can be reached by a 2WD vehicle.

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There are a few settlements on the island to enjoy a meal, buy some gifts and restock on limited supplies but for the most part, Bruny Island is limited with what you can buy there. Along with the great hiking options listed below, there are a range of attractions on Bruny Island to cater for everyone, ranging from boat cruises to wine, whisky, honey, oyster and cheese tastings to botanical gardens. For a full list of attractions and accommodation, see this excellent resource.

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Getting There - Bruny Island is located just over half an hours drive south of Hobart, with access to the island via a ferry that leaves from Kettering. The ferry operates daily every 20 minutes, with the journey taking 20 minutes each way. Once you're on the island, there is a paved road network that takes you to most parts of the island. It takes about an hour to drive from the Ferry Terminal in the north to Cape Bruny Lighthouse on the south of the island. See this site to book your tickets and see the ferry timetable.

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Best Time to Visit - You can visit Bruny Island all year round but the best time to visit is during the summer holiday period between December and February when the weather is warmer and you can take advantage of the great beaches and longer daylight hours. It does get busy during this time so make sure to book your accommodation or campsites early to avoid disappointment.

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Bruny Island is a fantastic place to visit and I hope you find this hiking guide useful for your visit.