City: Tasmania
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The 6 Best Ferries in Tasmania, Australia
Tasmania (/tæzˈmeɪniə/; abbreviated as Tas and known colloquially as Tassie) is an island state of Australia. It is located 240 km (150 mi) to the south of the Australian mainland, separated by the Bass Strait. The state encompasses the main island of Tasmania, the 26th-largest island in the world, and the surrounding 334 islands. The state has a population of around 519,100 as of June 2016, just over forty percent of which resides in the Greater Hobart precinct, which forms the metropolitan area of the state capital and largest city, Hobart.
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1. Hobart Water Taxis - Derwent Valley Cruise
2. SeaLink Bruny Island Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 334 reviews
SeaLink Bruny Island officially commenced services in Tasmania on 23 September 2018. SeaLink operates the MV Mirambeena and the MV Moongalba on this route from Kettering on Tasmanian mainland to Roberts Point on Bruny Island.
Reviewed By RicoReport - Wellington, New Zealand
This was one of the best things I did while in Tasmania, if you are going to do some exploring you must get out and go see Bruny Island!! Rent a car and use this ferry to go do some touring around the island for TOP RATED food and exploration! The ferry alone was half the FUN!! Super quick, inexpensive and safe! Cannot beat this attraction for the price, with or without a car!!
3. Mona Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,097 reviews
The MR-1 and MR-2 fast ferries are the most appropriate and enjoyable way to visit the Museum of Old and New Art (Mona). A direct trip between Brooke Street Pier and Mona takes around twenty-five minutes. The ferries are undercover and sail in rain, hail or shine. Choose from two different travel options. Purchase a standard ticket to sit on sheep/tigers, frequent our onboard bars and admire the spunky staff in their spunky boiler suits. Or, upgrade to the Posh Pit and escape the riff-raff. Enjoy complimentary drinks, canapés and inflated egos in our exclusive lounge, bar and private deck. There’s table service too; rattle your jewellery for attention. We recommend you book online, in advance.
Reviewed By RLBates - Melbourne, Australia
A great way to travel to/from MONA, and the Posh Pit makes it a little bit more special. Super smooth ride, great viewing from most anywhere on the ferry, and the bar and canapes in the posh pit a perfect start/end to the journey
4. Encounter Maria Island ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By kymnye2014 - Greater Melbourne, Australia
Wonderful commentary during trip over and back. Staff friendly, welcoming and helpful. Able to purchase drinks, snacks etc on board. Comfortable journey. Would definitely recommend.
5. Spirit of Tasmania
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,026 reviews
Spirit of Tasmania is one of Australia’s most iconic travel experiences, operating sailings across Bass Strait between Melbourne and Devonport on Tasmania’s north coast. Spirit of Tasmania provides travellers with flexibility and convenience when planning a holiday. Our twin ships depart from both ports at 7.30pm and arrive the following morning at 6.00am. During peak season, we also operate day sailings departing from each port at 9.00am and arriving the same day at 6.00pm. On board, you can experience spectacular views, delicious food, great entertainment, relaxation and so much more! Experience the allure of sea travel. It’s fun, relaxing and stress-free. Simply drive on board for a holiday where half the fun is getting there. Embrace the ocean views, stroll the decks and breathe in the sea breeze - there’s nothing quite like it!
Reviewed By gds199 - Sydney, Australia
First time on the Spirit, with car and kids. Did the day sail from Melbourne to Devonport and over night sail return (after 2 weeks of gorgeous Tassie). The experience started off bad with over 3hrs delay in Melbourne. The road into the Ferry terminal was a carpark at least 500m before the termainal gate. Some street chit chats with fellow travelers and bit of patience helped. Once in, it was thrilling to drive onboard. Inside we spent a good half hour exploring the various levels and what facilities were there, before settling into a lounge on Deck 9. We didn't book a private cabin for the day sail. Time flew suprisingly quickly in the day sail. The kids were ambly entertained with the gaming area and arcade, as well as going "outside". Plenty of options for food, pantry, restaurants and bars. We enjoyed lots of pizza as well as recommend the restaurant options. Several plug points to keep the electronics powered up. The two cinema rooms and plenty of space in the lounges. And there was lots of variations in the lounges, child friendly open lounges as well quiet areas, single seaters, three seaters and different decor. There was also a toddler jungle gym and space with kiddy tables with toddler TV programs running. Only thing missing was an adults-only play room! (or maybe I missed it!) The night sail was short and sweet. Easy boarding from Devonport. We booked a 4 bunk bed cabin with ensuite. Plenty of space inside. We also checked out the recliner area (as a single friend joined us on the return trip). It was perhaps the most non appealing space on board. It felt like on a plane, with rows of seats. Dozing off in a public lounge (or a cabin) seemed more comfortable. As we had explored the other decks earlier, we simply had some dinner and drinks and went to bed. Bit of rocking but nothing any of us couldn't sleep through. Woke up 5am for a early start to the day, which for us was the drive back up to Sydney! A special mention that the staff on board were excellent. Both on the Day and night sail. Very friendly, cheerful and helpful. Highly recommend.
