Celebrate Bounty Day and the 200 Year 2nd Settlement 2025
03 June 2025 - 11 June 2025
PriceFrom $3199 per person twin share
DetailsBounty Day on Norfolk Island is a memorable occasion, celebrating the arrival of the Pitcairn Islanders and in 2025, there’s an added highlight the 200th anniversary of the Second Settlement
Holiday Package Inclusions
Tour Itinerary
Tuesday 3 June 2025: Depart Brisbane
Guests departing from Brisbane today will fly from Brisbane International Airport. On arrival to Norfolk Island you will be transferred to your chosen accommodation for check in and your rental vehicle will be ready for collection. The island is yours to explore with over 120km of roads. Your time is now at leisure.
Wednesday 4 June 2025: Depart Sydney (D)
Guests departing from Sydney today will check in at Sydney International Airport and transfer to your chosen accommodation once on island. Your rental vehicle will be at your hotel or apartment. Your rental vehicle includes unlimited kilometres for you to make the most of exploring the island in your free time this week. This evening a 2-course dinner is included at a delightful local restaurant.
Thursday 5 June 2025: Island Life Tour, Natural Wonders (L)
During your week on island you’ll enjoy the fabulous Island Life Tour. Spend some time touring Norfolk Island, gaining a true insight into the intricate nature of modern island life. A delicious lunch is included at Bailey’s Restaurant. (Date and times for these two tours will be reconfirmed in your final itinerary)
Friday 6 June 2025: Second Settlement – 200 Year Anniversary (L)
2025 sees the 200th anniversary of the second convict settlement on the island. This was a dark period in Norfolk’s history, with the island becoming infamous around the world for the harsh treatment that prisoners received. Today you will be taking a step back in time to visit the Norfolk Island museums who have been busy setting up an in-depth exhibition of this historic period. Lunch today will be in the world heritage listed Kingston Arthur’s Vale Historic Area (KAVHA). There will be two keynote speakers taking you on the journey of the second settlement and beyond. These guest speakers are historians and very entertaining! A cold lunch will be served and a cash bar will be available.
Saturday 7 June 2025: Fletcher’s Mutiny Cyclorama, Island Fish Fry (MT, D)
Today you will visit the amazing Cyclorama. This spectacular 3D artwork takes you on a journey depicting the history of the Norfolk Island people who are descended from the crew of the famous 1789 mutiny on the Bounty and their Tahitian companions. Afterwards enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea at Hilli’s Restaurant. This evening as the sun sets on the western coastline enjoy scrumptiously fresh, local fish prepared the local way and accompanied with a range of seasonal island dishes. Singing and island dancers will set the tone for an evening of fun and relaxation. After the fish fry this evening you may wish to join the local community at the annual Bounty Ball. This is a beautiful evening of old-time ballroom dancing with competitions for the littlies and adults, followed later in the evening by social dancing.
Sunday 8 June 2025:Â Sunday Markets, Bounty Folk Museum, Dinner (D)
This morning is at leisure. You might like to visit the Sunday Markets where you’ll find island souvenirs, locally made handcrafts, jewellery, artwork, and much more! This afternoon discover the amazing story of Norfolk Island in the quirky Bounty Museum - a treasure chest of history, and an Aladdin’s cave full of fantastic collections. This evening enjoy a two course dinner with one arrival drink at Governor's Lodge.
Monday 9 June 2025: Bounty Day (L)
Bounty Day is Norfolk’s annual day of celebration. It commemorates the arrival of the Pitcairn Islanders and the establishment of the current settlement on Norfolk Island. This morning you will watch the Bounty Mutineer descendants as they re-enact the landing of their forefathers dressed in period costume. Morning tea is followed by a traditional island picnic lunch in Kingston. Complimentary champagne and orange juice, tea and coffee provided.
Tuesday 10 June 2025: Brisbane Guests DepartÂ
Those heading back to Brisbane say goodbye today and will be transferred to the airport for the flight home.
Wednesday 11 June 2025: Sydney Guests Depart
And that’s Bounty week concluded as Sydney guests head for home today.
Meals - (MT = morning tea, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Holiday Package Prices
Accommodation Options
Coast: Included in this package 7 nights accommodation in a self-contained apartment at Coast. Coast features a high standard of self-contained, private accommodation with the convenience of being just a five-minute drive into town or down to the beach. The resort style facilities include a saltwater swimming pool, complementary pushbikes, fishing rods, golf clubs, picnic baskets and snorkelling gear for guests. Our guest pavilion offers BBQ, games, a movie and book library and wood fireplace.
Ocean Breeze Cottages: Upgrade to Ocean Breeze Cottages in a one-bedroom self-contained cottage. Ocean Breeze Cottages has 12 cottages close to town, each with a modern kitchen, en-suite bathroom, separate bedrooms and open plan living areas all with outstanding ocean views. The property boasts stunning landscape gardens and a tennis court.
Governor's Lodge: Upgrade to a private 1 Bedroom Cabin. This resort-style property located a short two-minute drive, or within easy walking distance to Burnt Pine township. The property has 55 individual one-bedroom cabins set among 12 acres of landscaped subtropical gardens. There are three dining venues, a pool, heated spa and a guest laundry on site.
Joan & I are very happy with what you've arranged & we certainly cannot fault your customer service - it's been absolutely fantastic.
Terms and Conditions
Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability, and are in Australian Dollars. Prices are correct as of 13 December 2024. Please check all prices, availability, fees, conditions and information with your travel agent before booking.
Deposit:Â A non-refundable deposit is due upon booking: $250 per person if booking prior to 3 February 2025; or $1000 per person after this date. Airfare may be required at time of booking to commit to Qantas booking terms and conditions.
Final Payment: Final payment is due: 23 February 2025. Payment can be made by personal or bank cheques or by direct deposit into our Commonwealth Bank account. If you would prefer to pay by Visa or Mastercard, please add 1.5% to the total cost of your holiday package.
Changes & Amendments:Â Changes can be made up to 48 hours (notification business days only) prior to departure at a change fee of $200 per person plus any applicable upgrade fees, subject to availability.
Cancellation:Â Airfare is subject to availability and non-refundable after issue. Accommodation cancellation penalties apply within 90 days prior to travel. Within 60 days of travel, up to 100% cancellation fees may apply.
We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect you against some unforeseen cancellations.
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A word from your dedicated travel agent - Karen
As a Buffet, my family is one of the original Pitcairn families to travel to Norfolk Island on the Morayshire. It brings me joy to share this day and our unique culture with visitors who come from all over the world.
This is one of our most celebrated events on the annual calendar so book early to avoid disappointment.