8Hr Pennicott Bruny Island Day Trip From Kettering + Wilderness Cruise
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This 8hr Bruny Island day trip is perfect for self-drive travellers, with free parking at Kettering, scenic ferry crossing, bus transfers, guided island sightseeing and a 3-hour South Bruny wilderness cruise included. Make your own way to Kettering, then travel by bus and ferry to Adventure Bay, where you’ll have time to explore, eat at your own expense, and enjoy the wilderness cruise before returning to Kettering.
Bruny Island Sights & Wilderness Cruise
Your day begins at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering, around 45 minutes south of Hobart. From here, your bus boards the ferry for the scenic crossing of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel to Bruny Island. Once you arrive, your driver takes you through to Adventure Bay, with guided sightseeing along the way.
At Adventure Bay, you’ll have time to grab morning tea or lunch at your own expense before joining the three-hour wilderness cruise. Step aboard a purpose-built adventure vessel and cruise along South Bruny’s rugged coastline, passing towering sea cliffs, coastal stacks, blowholes and deep marine caves. Keep an eye out for fur seals, seabirds and dolphins as you explore the coastline from the water.
After the cruise, you’ll have another opportunity to enjoy lunch or refreshments at Adventure Bay at your own expense. Then it’s back on the bus for more guided sightseeing in Bruny Island before returning to the ferry.
Cross the D’Entrecasteaux Channel once more with the bus, then arrive back at Kettering, where your day tour ends and you can continue your Tasmanian road trip.
Who Is This Tour Best Suited For
This experience is ideal for self-drive visitors, road-trippers, and travellers with private vehicles who want free parking at Kettering and the flexibility to manage their own dining arrangements on Bruny Island.
Bruny Island Sights & Wilderness Cruise
Your day begins at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering, around 45 minutes south of Hobart. From here, your bus boards the ferry for the scenic crossing of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel to Bruny Island. Once you arrive, your driver takes you through to Adventure Bay, with guided sightseeing along the way.
At Adventure Bay, you’ll have time to grab morning tea or lunch at your own expense before joining the three-hour wilderness cruise. Step aboard a purpose-built adventure vessel and cruise along South Bruny’s rugged coastline, passing towering sea cliffs, coastal stacks, blowholes and deep marine caves. Keep an eye out for fur seals, seabirds and dolphins as you explore the coastline from the water.
After the cruise, you’ll have another opportunity to enjoy lunch or refreshments at Adventure Bay at your own expense. Then it’s back on the bus for more guided sightseeing in Bruny Island before returning to the ferry.
Cross the D’Entrecasteaux Channel once more with the bus, then arrive back at Kettering, where your day tour ends and you can continue your Tasmanian road trip.
Who Is This Tour Best Suited For
This experience is ideal for self-drive visitors, road-trippers, and travellers with private vehicles who want free parking at Kettering and the flexibility to manage their own dining arrangements on Bruny Island.
- 8hr (approx) Bruny Island tour departing Kettering
- Scenic views of rugged coastline and island landscapes
- A guided bus tour from Kettering to Adventure Bay (and return)
- SeaLink Ferry crossing on bus to Bruny Island
- 3-hr coastal wilderness cruise
- Engaging commentary by local guides
- Native wildlife encounters during the cruise
- Wet weather jackets are provided on the cruise
- There is free parking available at the Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering
- No meal or beverages included. Morning tea/lunch can be purchased at own expense at the Adventure Bay restaurant
- Self-drive convenience with free car parking at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering
- Complete day trip covering ferry transfers, guided island sightseeing, and ocean cruising
- 3-hour wilderness cruise along soaring dolerite cliffs and deep ocean sea caves
- ECO Certified Advanced experience with live commentary by ecological expert
- Adult $215
- 2 Adults + 2 Children $690
- 2 Adults + 3 Children $690
- Child (3-16yrs) $140
- For 2 $430
- Oyster Cove Marina, Kettering (located approximately 45 minutes drive from Hobart CBD).
- Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.
- 8:00am – 8:30am: Check in at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering (free parking available on site). Meet the tour group and prepare to board.
- 8:30am: Bus departs the marina for the nearby ferry boarding point.
- 9:00am: SeaLink Ferry crossing to Bruny Island across the D'Entrecasteaux Channel.
- 10:30am: Arrive at Adventure Bay; time to prepare for the wilderness cruise.
- 11:00am: Board the custom vessel for the 3-Hour Wilderness Cruise along South Bruny's coastal reefs, sea cliffs, and sea caves.
- 2:00pm: Cruise concludes at Adventure Bay. Free time to purchase lunch or refreshments from the local restaurant.
- 3:15pm: Bus departs Adventure Bay for the return journey across the island.
- 4:30pm: Take the return SeaLink Ferry crossing back to Kettering.
- 4:45pm: Arrive back at Oyster Cove Marina, Kettering.
- Custom-built yellow boat with a licensed capacity of 43 guests
- Onboard toilet facility is available
- Vessel is not wheelchair accessible
- Food and beverages (morning tea and lunch available for purchase at Adventure Bay)
- Transport between Hobart and Kettering
8Hr Pennicott Bruny Island Tour From Kettering + Wilderness Cruise (current package): Departs directly from Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering with free parking. Includes ferry crossing, island bus transfers, and the 3-hour wilderness cruise. Food, drinks and Hobart CBD transfers are not included.
10Hr Pennicott Bruny Island Tour From Hobart + Wilderness Cruise (see alternate package): Departs from Franklin Wharf in Hobart CBD with round-trip coach transfers, guided island sightseeing, morning tea, lunch and a 3-hour wilderness cruise.
10Hr Pennicott Bruny Island Tour From Hobart + Wilderness Cruise (see alternate package): Departs from Franklin Wharf in Hobart CBD with round-trip coach transfers, guided island sightseeing, morning tea, lunch and a 3-hour wilderness cruise.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on an adult's lap
Is car parking available at Kettering?
Yes, complimentary car parking is provided for guests at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering.
Are food and drinks included on the Kettering departure?
No food or drinks are included in this package. Guests can purchase morning tea and lunch at the local restaurant in Adventure Bay.
How far is Kettering from Hobart?
Kettering is situated approximately a 45-minute drive south of Hobart CBD.
What clothing should I bring for the wilderness cruise?
Guests should wear warm, layered clothing, comfortable shoes, a beanie, and gloves. Full-length windproof and waterproof jackets are supplied on board.
Yes, complimentary car parking is provided for guests at Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering.
Are food and drinks included on the Kettering departure?
No food or drinks are included in this package. Guests can purchase morning tea and lunch at the local restaurant in Adventure Bay.
How far is Kettering from Hobart?
Kettering is situated approximately a 45-minute drive south of Hobart CBD.
What clothing should I bring for the wilderness cruise?
Guests should wear warm, layered clothing, comfortable shoes, a beanie, and gloves. Full-length windproof and waterproof jackets are supplied on board.
- Check in at Oyster Cove Marina, Kettering (located approximately 45 minutes drive from Hobart CBD).
- Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Make sure you dress warmly for the cruise - warm jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves are recommended
- Meals are not included, but can be purchased on the day of the tour (Check the menu section for more details)
- There is no minimum age for this tour
- Tours operate daily except Christmas Day, however bookings are essential as places are subject to availability
- There is free parking available at the Oyster Cove Marina in Kettering
- Flexible cancellation policy if you are suffering from illness. If you are feeling unwell or experiencing flu-like symptoms then it is not recommended to travel on the cruise. We would encourage you to contact us and change the cruise date or cancel your booking. (Use the contact number on the booking confirmation). Full refund will be provided if you advise us atleast 8 hours prior to departure so that we have an opportunity to re-sell the seats.
- For cancellations in other circumstances, we reserve the right to charge 100% for cancellations within 36 hours of departure. Bookings are fully flexible up to 36 hours prior to the tour departure. Cancellation should be notified via call/email to the phone number/email address mentioned in the booking confirmation.
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