Gourmet camping and walking on Bruny Island

A couple walking on the beach on Bruny Island

Walking on Bruny Island

Accommodation on Bruny Island

Enjoy some of the most spectacular coastline in Tasmania

Bruny Island oysters

Vineyard on Bruny Island

Marine life on Bruny Island

Picnic lunch on Bruny Island Walk

Walking on Bruny Island

Bruny Island oysters

Picnic lunch on Bruny Island Walk

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3 Days$2090USD

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Activities

3 days walking

Accommodation

2 nights luxury accommodation

Meals

2 Dinners
3 Lunches
2 Breakfasts

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Trip highlights

Experience the best of Bruny Island on foot
Sample locally produced food and wine
Visit Ross O'Meara's Bruny Island Food and an oyster farm
Stay in exclusive luxury tented camps
Wildlife encounters

This luxury three-day walk takes you from Tasmania’s capital via private boat to Bruny Island, home to some of Tasmania's most preserved landscapes. The island, which is around 50km in length, is actually two islands joined together by an isthmus. Home to rare and endangered plants and animals, this is Tasmanian wilderness at its very best. After traversing headlands where the next stop is Antarctica retreat back to camp, built completely off-the-grid, with luxury in mind. Crisp sheets on king-sized beds and an outdoor shower framed by towering Eucalypts await. What makes the trip so special is access to Bruny’s lesser-known gems. Meet a local oyster farmer who’ll shuck you an oyster as pristine waters swirl about your ankles then drop in on a neighbour’s farm, Ross O'Meara from Gourmet Farmer fame, to collect free-range pork that has been slow cooking in their smoker for us overnight. This is a highlight packed long weekend like no other.

Itinerary

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Day 1
Transfer by boat to Bruny Island, walk east coast of Bruny Island, visit Oyster farm

This morning you will meet at Daci & Daci Bakers 9-11 Murray St, Hobart at 7:30 am on the waterfront of Tasmania’s capital city, Hobart. Here you will meet your guides before your cruise down to Bruny Island. Tea & Coffee will be served but please have breakfast before you arrive. Today our goal is to walk out to a spectacular cape on the east coast of Bruny Island. On returning from our walk we will wade out into the crystal clear waters of Great Bay to learn how the famous Bruny Island oysters are farmed and shuck them straight out of the water. The perfect way to cool down after a walk! Next stop; our camp. After a hot shower, join us in the dining house for a drink and to share stories of the day’s adventures as the guides busy themselves preparing your dinner sourced from either on the island or in the waters surrounding it. Walk: 12km, 5-6 hours return

Meals: L,D

Day 2
Walk along East Cloudy Head, visit Bruny Island Food

Day two might begin with a gentle thumping past your tent. While the inquisitive wallaby isn’t your wake up call, his visit, or the promise of warm croissants might lure you from your crisp sheets to reunite with us at the rustic wooden dining table once more. Today’s walk is East Cloudy Head for views of Tasmania’s far south and the wild Southern Ocean. The five-hour journey begins by walking the length of Cloudy Bay Beach. Windswept and beautiful, the walk then leads us into coastal heath and up toward spectacular views of Bruny Island’s rugged south coast. Back at camp enjoy time to sit on the deck, walk among the ferns, partake in another lavish shower or simply read a book while your guides prepare the evening meal. Walk: 14km return, 5-6 hours

Meals: B,L,D

Day 3
Rainforest walk to Mt Mangana, afternoon return to Hobart

Enjoy a sleep in and a lazy breakfast or join us for an optional walk to explore the many and varied species of flora and fauna which make up our private 100 acre property. Once we farewell camp, our goal is to climb through the ancient Gondwanan rainforest to the highest point of Bruny Island, Mt Mangana. To finish your long weekend in style, Ray Jones at The Jetty Café’s will serve lunch as we await the arrival of our private boat on the beach below. There will also be some time to explore the gallery showcasing some of Bruny’s 60+ artists. The return boat trip to Hobart offers a scenic farewell to your adventure. Before you know it you’ll be back at the Tasmanian capital, likely wondering if the long weekend was one big thrilling daydream from your office chair. Walk: 4km, 3 hours

Meals: B,L

Inclusions

What's included

Two nights twin/double share accommodation in a luxury tent with a king-size bed
All food and wine
Return transfers from Hobart to Bruny Island by private boat
Expert, qualified guides
All national parks passes

What's not included

Flights to/from Hobart
Accommodation before or after the trip
Items of a personal nature - hire gear, car parking etc
Travel insurance

Accommodation

Our Secluded Campsite

Well secluded, on a private 100 acres on the edge of the South Bruny National Park, this little haven represents the perfect place to retreat.

The accommodation consists of 4 canvas guest tents on timber platforms. The tents contain a split king bed with quality linen, towels and pillows. A highlight of the camp for many guests is the incredible outdoor hot water shower. The celery top pine structure is located in a private part of the property with a spectacular view. A highlight, for many guests, is our hot outdoor shower, tucked away on one of the most beautiful parts of the property.

Our Secluded Campsite

The accommodation is built completely off-grid. Rain is harvested from the roof and pressure feed this water for all needs including our amazing outdoor shower. For the shower and hot water in the kitchen a gas system is used. A solar panel on the main roof provides the power to run our pumps, small energy efficient lighting in the main structure and just two power points to enable guests to recharge their cameras (they do tend to take a lot of photos!)

Departure dates

Departures every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from October to April

Notes

Holiday Season

High Season

DN1

A high season supplement applies from 1 October to 30 April.

DN2

In addition to the World Expeditions deposit, you will also be required to pay an additional deposit of AUD$500 (paid in your local currency at the current rate of exchange). The balance of the tour price is payable 90 days prior to departure.

DN3

A public holiday supplement applies on trips that overlap with a public holiday. This applies in addition to the high season supplement.

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Priceper person from

$2090USD

Options & Supplements*

Single Supplment (on request - limited)USD$340

*Prices listed are per person

Essential Information

Ready to book? Make sure you download and read the detailed Bruny Island Long Weekend trip notes which contains all the essential information you need to know before booking. Once you’ve booked, we will supply you with a Pre-Departure document which contains a detailed gear list and other important information to help you prepare for your adventure ahead.