Bruny Island Paddle

Grade

Easy – Moderate

Duration

5 days

Type

Lodge-Based

Season

October to April

Cost

From AU $3500 PP

Region

Tasmania, Australia

a lodge based kayak adventure around Beautiful Bruny Island

Bruny Island is located oﬀ the south-eastern coast of Tasmania, separated from the mainland by the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. The island is home to swathes of eucalyptus forests, towering cliﬀs and remote, long sandy beaches. Paddlers will be rewarded with secluded coves, sea caves, lagoons and sea kelp forests.

Evenings are spent in our cosy lodge sampling delicious Bruny Island delicacies including the freshest of oysters, handmade cheeses and a glass of local wine. Join us on a mini escape to beautiful Bruny Island!

Grade

Easy – Moderate

This trip is suitable for active paddlers of all abilities

Trip Grading

Dates

2026
18-22 Oct, 1-5 Nov, 6-10 Dec

2027

3-7 Jan, 21-25 Feb (SOLD OUT), 6-10 Mar, 18-22 Apr, 24-28 Oct, 14-18 Nov, 5-9 Dec

Cost

2026

From AU$3500.00 per person

2027

From AU $3675.00 per person

Trip costs are in Australian dollars, per person and based on twin share or double rooms. Enquire for the single room supplement cost.

Includes

One night’s accommodation in Hobart, three nights lodge-based accommodation on Bruny Island, all meals from breakfast on Day 2 to lunch on Day 5-with an emphasis on fresh and local produce, world class kayak guides, all kayak and safety equipment, complimentary selection of local wine, beer and cider each evening and all transportation between Hobart city and Bruny Island.

Excludes

Flights and meals in Hobart (except breakfast at the hotel on Day 2), single accommodation supplement fee, travel insurance and items of a personal nature.

Day 1

Make your way to our Hobart group hotel. Enjoy staying in the centre of Hobart with galleries, cafes, restaurants and wine bars at your doorstep.

Overnight hotel.

Day 2

Meet your guide for the group transfer to the kayak launch location. The adventure begins with a paddle across the sheltered waters of D’Entrecastaux Channel to Bruny Island. Our home for the next three nights is a private coastal retreat.

Day 3

Today we paddle the edge of the Labilladierre Peninsula, exploring the pristine coastline before arriving on the sandy beaches at the edge of the Southern Ocean. Here we enjoy a short stroll to look south to the ocean stretching to Antarctica.

Day 4

We pack a picnic lunch and head out to the edge of tranquil Cloudy Bay Lagoon. The day is spent exploring the area, including paddling Saintys Creek, a beautiful winding waterway on the north-east side of the lagoon. Post paddle, the adventurous may enjoy a bracing dip or perhaps a short stroll, taking in this remote piece of Tasmania.

Day 5

On our last day we explore stunning Adventure Bay situated on South Bruny. Launching from a sheltered beach, we kayak beneath the towering cliﬀs of Fluted Cape searching skyward for birdlife such as terns, gannets and eagles.

Transfer to Hobart. End of trip arrangements.

This itinerary is a sample only. Please note that the weather, logistical conditions and group preference will determine the day to day activities.

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Just back from a fantastic family kayaking holiday around Bruny Island

Just back from a fantastic family kayaking holiday around Bruny Island. Toby and Dan were our guides, chefs and knowledgeable companions over the 4 days, each of which provided a totally different paddling experience. Not guaranteed, but the beautiful conditions persisted through the whole trip. We crossed the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and found refuge after battling a stiff headwind, we admired the isthmus and geological formations in Adventure Bay, and we felt the force of the Southern Ocean swell off Cloudy Bay. Highlights were tall cliffs (appreciated from above as well as below), narrow passages and surfing under the critical gaze of sea eagles. Our luxurious lodge on the shores of the lagoon was spacious, scenic and teeming with wildlife. All meals were absolutely delicious: prepared by our guide using the freshest local ingredients and accompanied by a selection of Tasmanian wines. Having done several paddling trips before in various locations overseas, we would highly recommend SSV to anyone wanting a superb multi-day paddling adventure with fabulous company, accommodation and food. We’re planning our next trip with SSV already…..

James and Shantha | Perth

A trip of a lifetime

Did a 4 day Bruny Island sea kayaking trip with Toby & Heather in March. Absolutely brilliant, good equipment, good food, great lodgings and guides that definitely made sure we got to see a lot of Bruny island from the sea. Sea caves, giant kelp forests, salmon fisheries, deserted beaches and the immense power of the great southern ocean. Every night we were treated to sumptuous meals, fine wines / beers and engaging company. Highly recommended.

Michelle | Australia