About this tour
Explore Kingston's layered past with a knowledgeable local guide across this UNESCO-recognised settlement. Over three and a half hours, you'll walk through the graveyard and examine evidence of three distinct populations: early Polynesians, the convict labour colonies that shaped the area, and the crew from the HMS Bounty who settled here. Light refreshments included.
Highlights
- World Heritage convict settlement buildings and structures
- Cemetery walk revealing local history through graves
- Polynesian, convict, and Bounty mutineer heritage sites
- Expert local commentary on colonial-era hardship and survival
- Light refreshments provided throughout the tour
What to expect
Your guide will lead you on foot through Kingston's historical landscape, pointing out original convict-era buildings, administrative sites, and the cemetery where you can read the stories carved into headstones. Expect a measured pace with stops at key locations where your guide explains the settlement's three distinct chapters—from its earliest inhabitants through the brutal convict years to the eventual arrival of the Bounty's survivors. The tour balances walking with standing commentary, giving you time to absorb the atmosphere of this well-preserved colonial site.
Good to know
Confirm your departure time at the Baunti Office in Burnt Pine and exchange your voucher for a ticket before the tour. Pickup and drop-off occur at designated meeting points rather than hotels. Prams and strollers are welcome; infants must sit on an adult's lap. Gratuities are not included.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.