Students will start their excursion from the moment they board. Steeped in history, the Bass Strait Crossing is more than just a transport option for your students.
Sailing nightly from Melbourne and Devonport with additional day sailings during peak demand periods, Spirit of Tasmania is the perfect choice for travel to and from Tasmania.
Our dedicated Groups Team recognises that the travel needs of a group differ from the independent traveller. Our group fares for groups of 15 or more enable you to book now and pay later giving you time to coordinate students and finalise naming lists. We have tailored our school group fares to cater to the needs of teacher/student ratios.
To find out more visit our website www.spiritoftasmania.com.au/bookings/groups
A range of accommodation includes Two and Four Berth Cabins with private bathroom facility
An array of dining options
On board cinema screening the latest release movies free of charge
Gift Shop
Tourism Information Centre
Arcade Games Room
Capability to transport coach or mini bus
Capability to transport sporting equipment
Cinema available free of charge for group briefings/presentations outside of movie screening times
Access to outside decks
222 cabins (748 berths) all with private bathroom facility
Wheelchair access available
Drive on drive off vehicle access
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.
The twin ships depart from both ports at 7:30pm, arriving at 6:00am the following morning with disembarkation commencing from 6:30am. During periods of high demand, Spirit of Tasmania also operates day sailings, departing from each port at 9:00am and arriving the same day at 6:00pm.
Take Everything You Need
All types of vehicles including touring coaches. Sporting groups will love the convenience of bringing their equipment, anything from bicycles to kayaks and more.
On Board
There are a variety of accommodation options including Twin and Four Berth Cabins. All cabins come fully equipped with their own private ensuite, air conditioning/heating, bedding and a 220-volt socket. Towels and soap are also provided.
Explore the dining and entertainment options on board including The Leatherwood Restaurant showcasing some of Tasmania’s finest produce, The Captain’s Table; a self-service eatery, Lavender Cafe, The Spirit Bar, games arcade, kids playroom and cinema showing the latest movies.
With Spirit of Tasmania, you can experience a trip to remember.
The Bass Strait Crossing has a long history dating back to the times of Tasmanian Steamers Proprietary Limited who operated passenger ferries such as, SS Loongana, SS Oonah and SS Taroona between 1921 to 1959. Taroona was a steam turbine ship which travelled at just 18 knots with a tonnage of 4,325, she could accommodate 450 passengers and 30 motor vehicles.
In 1959 Taroona was replaced by MS Princess of Tasmania owned by Australian National Line. Tasmanian Steamers ceased operating the same year. Australian built MS Princess of Tasmania was the first RO/RO (roll on/roll off) passenger ship in the Southern Hemisphere and at the time of her launch also the largest vessel built in Australia. It was a sign of the times that she carried 142 vehicles and up to 334 passengers. Over the years these ships continued to develop and change to meet the demands of travel across Bass Strait. Legends of the Bass Strait include, MS Empress of Australia, Abel Tasman and in 1993 the first Spirit of Tasmania.
In 1985 TT-Line Company was formed, following the announcement that Australian National Line would no longer operate a service across Bass Strait. In November 1993 TT-Line Company Pty Ltd became an incorporated business enterprise and now operates the twin ships Spirit of Tasmania I and Spirit of Tasmania II. These monohull vessels commenced operating the Bass Strait in 2002 and are licensed to carry up to 1,400 passengers and 500 vehicles, they travel at an average speed of 27 knots and have a gross tonnage of 29,338 tonnes each.
Be sure to visit the Maritime Centre in Devonport to learn more about the Bass Strait.
Variety of accommodation
Vehicles can be accommodated
Range of dining and entertainment options
Experience the benefits of sea travel
One of Australia's iconic travel experiences
Suitable for all student groups, especially relevant to maritime studies, history, transport or tourism
Book now pay later for group fares (15 or more passengers)
Fare conditions tailored specifically for school groups
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