How long does it take to sail on Spirit of Tasmania?

How long does the trip take? The trip on board Spirit of Tasmania takes approximately 9-11 hours. On days of single sailings, the voyage takes 11 hours. On days of double sailings, the voyage takes 9 hours.

Does it get rough on the Spirit of Tasmania?

How rough is the Spirit of Tasmania? The Bass Strait, separating Tasmania from the Mainland, is a very rough patch of water, but for most passengers onboard you’ll barely feel more than a gentle rock.

What time does the Spirit of Tasmania go through the heads?

Departure time The ships usually depart each port at 7:30pm. During peak season, we operate day sailings departing at 9:00am.

Is Tasmania under lockdown?

Tasmania is not currently in lockdown.

How rough is the Bass Strait?

bass strait can be one of the roughest stretches of ocean in the world. winter southern ocean gales can turn the crossing into a real adventure. be prepared for sea sickness. 2.

Are there ferries between Australia and Tasmania?

The Melbourne Devonport ferry route connects Australia with Tasmania. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Spirit Of Tasmania. The crossing operates up to 6 times each week with sailing durations from around 9 hours 30 minutes.

What happened to the old Spirit of Tasmania?

On 5 June 2006, the Tasmanian government announced that the Sydney to Devonport service would cease on 28 August and the ship sold. It was announced 11 July 2006 that Spirit of Tasmania III had been sold to Corsica Ferries; she has now been renamed Mega Express Four.

Can Tasmanian residents quarantine at home?

Because the risk of being exposed to someone in the community is unknown, you must stay at home for 14 days, and return a negative COVID-19 test result before your Stay at Home Direction can end. There are certain reasons under a Stay at Home Direction that you may leave your home.