About Bruny Island
Bruny Island consists of
a North and South Island separated by "The
Narrow Neck". Bruny Island is a wonderful
wilderness escape, here you will find the beautiful
South Bruny National Park, fur seals, fairy penguins,
white wallabies and some wonderful birdwatching
opportunities. The natural beauty of Bruny Island
is captivating with white sandy beaches and turquoise
blue water.
Bruny Island also offers the ideal
gourmet delights offering visitors fudge, chocolate,
truffles, cheese, fresh oysters and premium quality
wine. There are excellent restaurants and cafés
offering local produce.
North Bruny Island is drier than
the south and mostly consists of farms and light
bushland. South Bruny Island on the other hand
is hilly, heavily timbered and includes large
areas of rainforest. Here you will find the famous
Cape Bruny Lighthouse perched on some of the tallest
sea cliffs in the southern hemisphere.
It is believed that Adventure Bay
is home to the first Apple tree in Tasmania, planted
in 1788 by Captain Bligh when he anchored the
Bounty in Adventure Bay. He returned again in
1792. Bruny Island was named after the French
explorer, Bruni D'Entrecasteaux.
Barnes Bay
Barnes Bay offers a safe anchorage and it is a
great spot to picnic. Fishing is available from
the jetty and McCracken's Creek is a great spot
for birdwatchers. Read more about Barnes Bay & find accommodation.
Cape Bruny Lighthouse
The Cape Bruny lighthouse is located at the south
of the island and dates from 1836. The lighthouse
is the most important historic attraction on the
island, being that it is the third-oldest Commonwealth
lighthouse in Australia. Perched on some of the
tallest cliffs in the southern hemisphere the
lighthouse is a spectacular sight. It is 19 metres
high with an elevation of 105 metres and a range
of 26 nautical miles.
Labillardiere State Reserve
Located on South Bruny the State Reserve has been
listed by the National Estate. Labillardiere has
a diverse range of vegetation, including eucalypt
woodland, scrub and heath, shrub land, hummock
grassland, herbland and wildflowers
South Bruny National Park
South Bruny National Park offers stunning coastal
views and lush rainforest. The abundant bird life
offering excellent opportunities for birdwatching.
There are several walks throughout the National
Park and vary in difficulty from short walks suitable
for all ages to full day walks for experienced
walkers.
Access to the island is by vehicular
ferry departing from Kettering, which is only
37 km from Hobart via the A6. The trip takes 15
minutes and arrives at Roberts Point on North
Bruny.
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