The Kingborough region in Tasmania offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the beautiful Bruny Island with Bruny Island Safaris. This fully inclusive tour takes you to the island's highlights, showcasing the best food producers, sights, and exclusive lighthouse tours. Your journey begins with a scenic drive from your Hobart hotel to the coastal town of Kettering, where you'll catch the Bruny Island ferry for a 15-minute cruise on the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. Once on the island, you'll travel by air-conditioned minivan to attractions such as The Neck, a narrow spit connecting the north and south parts of the island, passing oyster farms and grazing properties along the way.
One of the tour's highlights is the Cape Bruny Lighthouse, Australia's last vantage point to spot migrating humpback and southern right whales, and an important navigational landmark for ships at sea. The lighthouse tour is included in your fare, allowing you to explore this historic site and enjoy the stunning views from the top. Another stop on the tour is the Neck Wildlife Zone and Truganini Lookout, a significant indigenous site and home to the Truganini Memorial. The newly opened walkways, platforms, and steps make it easy for all levels of fitness to explore the area and capture breathtaking photos of the Neck and beaches.
The Kingborough region itself serves as the seat of the Kingborough Council and the gateway to the D'Entrecasteaux Channel. The town of Kingston, just a 15-minute drive from most homes in the area, offers a peaceful retreat from Hobart's urban noise and crowds. Nature lovers will also appreciate the Australian Antarctic Division Headquarters in Kingston, showcasing the country's involvement in Antarctic research and expeditions.