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The southern tip of Bruny Island features steep cliffs, open ocean views, and Australia's second-oldest surviving lighthouse.
South Bruny National Park covers the rugged lower half of the island. You need a valid Tasmania Parks Pass to enter, which costs $44.75 per vehicle. The main road ends at Cape Bruny, where convict labor built the lighthouse in 1836.
You can combine a lighthouse tour with nearby coastal walks and wildlife spotting. Watch for rare white wallabies in the bushland and southern right whales offshore.
30-45 minutesSee official site
This 1836 lighthouse sits on dolerite cliffs 114 metres above the Southern Ocean. You can climb the 72-step spiral staircase to the balcony. Lighthouse tours are run by a private operator; check the current price when you book. Tour groups are capped at 10 people.
15-20 minutesFree entry
This small museum sits near the main lighthouse car park. It holds maritime artifacts and lighthouse history exhibits. Entry is free for all visitors. Explore the displays here while you wait for your scheduled lighthouse climb to begin.
1-2 hoursHiking available
Cloudy Bay is a wild, open beach known for surfing and long walks. You can often spot southern right whales from the shoreline. If you have extra time, hike the moderate East Cloudy Head track for higher coastal views.
1-3 hoursWhite wallabies
Adventure Bay faces east and offers calm waters and historical monuments. It is the main departure point for local wilderness cruises. Watch the surrounding bushes closely to spot the rare white Bennett's wallabies grazing in the area.
