Fleurty's Oyster Tour

Set sail from Kingston, 15 minutes south from Hobart, cruising south for 7 km across the pristine D'Entrecasteaux Channel. Nestled between Bruny Island and Tasmania's mainland lies Fleurty's Point Marine Farm—your destination. Once moored, you'll slip on waders and step into clear, cool water to harvest oysters by hand. Learn how these bivalves are farmed, then head back aboard for the shucking lesson. Savour your fresh oysters paired with a glass of local wine with views of the vineyard above. Your host, an oyster farmer and seasoned seafarer, will share stories of Tasmania's sustainable oyster industry and hard‑won craftsmanship behind every shell. Weather permitting, finish with a scenic cruise past Green Island Nature Reserve. Watch for seals, dolphins and maybe even whales gliding past. As your tour winds down, you'll be returned to Huntingfield Park & Ride. If you'd like, continue exploring: head further south to Woodbridge or Kettering for wineries, cheeseries or lunch at the Oyster Cove Inn. Join Fleurty's Oyster Tours for a journey where the ocean, nature and flavor unite—memorable moments in Tasmania's sea and shore await.

An idyllic natural sanctuary teeming with native wildlife sprawled over six-acres; Oyster Cove Chalet is just 25 minutes from central Hobart and three minutes to Kettering Bruny Island Ferry Terminal. The apartments are easily locatable, situated only 400 metres from the Channel Highway. Accommodation consists of four modern and luxurious self-contained studio apartments, all on the ground level and easily accessible. The apartments all contain very comfortable King, or Twin beds and ensuite bathrooms. The apartments also have one offering disabled bathroom facilities. Each of the apartments is equipped with a kitchenette and an outdoor dining area with own barbecue facilities. Each apartment has its own heating and cooling via a reverse cycle air-conditioning unit. The apartments underscore the environmentally-friendly personality of Oyster Cove Chalet, having a colour scheme of brown, beige, white and green to echo the palette of the surrounding sand, sky, and forestry; a perfect retreat for couples or families who are looking for a short break in Australia’s best natural state.

Bruny Vista Cabin waterfront accommodation has spectacular views of Bruny Island, the D'Entrecasteaux Channel, Kettering and the southern coast of Tasmania. Just a 30-minute drive from Hobart, the self-contained cabin is set on five acres of rolling pasture and forest that plunge into the sea. With a queen bed and a large light-filled bathroom the stand-alone cabin is suitable for one couple. Expansive windows look out across the sky, island, channel, forest, mountains, marina and village. It has a fully equipped kitchen, dining and sitting area as well as an outdoor barbecue. The property is home to a variety of native animals including echidnas, wallabies, possums and many species of birds. Walk trails pass through the forest on the shoreline leading to a secluded bay or the village. The area is ideal for bird watching, sailing, kayaking, hiking or simply relaxing and enjoying the vista.

Only an easy 25-minute drive from the centre of Hobart, Parnella Kettering is the perfect base from which to explore both the Channel and Bruny Island. Being so close to Hobart also permits day trips to the city to visit Salamanca, MONA and the Huon Valley or you may just choose to stay in this region and discover the many wonderful attractions it has to offer. Parnella Kettering offers two options for its guests. Bloomsbury Cottage is a very comfortable self-catered one-bed studio cottage in a tranquil setting. Bloomsbury Cottage will provide you with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. There is a large bathroom with shower and a private deck with barbecue. The Garden House is a well appointed and comfortable self-catered two bedroom apartment with a wood fire for cosy evenings. The Garden House offers privacy and seclusion. Set in its own garden the Garden House includes a combined lounge and dining room with kitchenette, and bathroom with spa bath. They also offer a range of optional housekeeping services, including provisioning and cleaning which are available for a surcharge.