Frequently Asked Questions

We cannot guarantee priority with loading or unloading due to load demands and operational procedures. On a regular crossing, discharge of vehicles is completed within 90 minutes of the vessel tying up.

Yes, all drivers board in their vehicle with their passengers. The Spirit of Tasmania wharf crew will direct you when loading and advise where to park on board.

Check-in opens 2.5 hours prior to the scheduled departure time for all sailings. Check-in closes strictly 45 minutes prior to departure.

When you present your ticket at the point of check in, you will receive a boarding pass with your cabin number. Ship map can be downloaded here and are also available on board at Reception on Deck 7.

Yes, photo ID such as a drivers license is required to check in. For Passengers under the age of 18 photo ID is not required.

Check-in opens between 1.5 hours to 2.5 hours prior to departure and closes strictly 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. For all special needs, please check in at least 2 hours prior to departure.

No, there are no charging facilities or power outlets to charge electric vehicles on board.

Yes, you can travel with an electric, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, however some conditions apply. Please read the specific guidelines about travelling with these types of vehicles. Learn more

No. The fuel surcharge is nonrefundable and cannot be refunded if you cancel or amend your booking. Any fuel surcharge charges that have been applied and paid as part of the total booking price prior to the cessation date shall remain non-refundable.

The fuel surcharge applied for passenger and vehicle bookings made after 31 March 2026 through to 11:59pm on 31 August 2026. This fuel surcharge was removed at 12am on 1 September 2026. The company will continue to monitor the fuel situation closely.

Prices vary by route and sailing because fares are set based on forecast demand, so each sailing may be priced differently depending on how busy we expect it to be. When you book, you can still choose fare options with flexible conditions, and you may see more attractive prices depending on the sailing and fare option you choose.

Standard vehicles can have a maximum total length of 6.0 m and a maximum width of 2.0 m (i.e., normal car, people mover, 4WD, ute).

Yes, your motorhome or towed unit can be booked online. You will be required to provide registration details of all towed units in addition to your vehicle. If you are not sure which type of vehicle to book, or if you would like additional information on traveling with a motorhome or caravan, please visit the Caravans and Motorhomes/Campervans section on our Booking Information page.

A maximum of 14 vehicles are allowed per booking, provided there is an eligible passenger for each vehicle.

No, you cannot book this as a return booking. However, you can make two separate bookings if the date is the same for each departure.

Bookings and amendments handled by our customer contact centre and terminal services team incur a $10 booking fee and a $50 amendment fee. These fees are non-refundable when making online amendments and cancellations that result in a refund due. For more information, refer to the Terms and Conditions of Refund here

Multiple payment options are available online. You can pay the remaining balance of your booking using a credit card or with a valid Spirit of Tasmania gift voucher.

If you are travelling with a vehicle, you cannot book a bicycle separately. The bicycle will need to be carried on a bike rack or roof rack. To add a bike rack or roof rack to your vehicle, go to Manage my booking, select the ‘Add, change or remove vehicle’ option and edit your vehicle. If you are not travelling with a vehicle, you can add a bicycle to your booking, simply go to Manage my booking and select the ‘Add or remove a bicycle’ option.

Online bookings can be paid with Spirit of Tasmania gift voucher or credit card. We accept payment for fares by major credit card, debit card or PayTo.  Card payment fees may apply for bookings made on or before 29 September 2026. Any card payment fees paid are non-refundable. Alternatively you can pay via Eftpos at Spirit of Tasmania Terminals.

Child fares apply to children aged between 3 and 15. Infants are under three years of age and travel free of charge. However, you need to include infants in your booking.

When you book an infant and a private cabin, a cot will be placed in your room free of charge. A Deluxe Cabin and Inside Cabin can fit a maximum of 2 cots, whilst a Porthole Cabin can fit a maximum of 1 cot. If you require a cot, we recommend that you book an Inside Cabin rather than a Porthole Cabin, as the cots are better fitted to the size of an Inside Cabin. The only thing you need to bring is linen for the cot.

A pensioner fare is only offered to a carer meeting the following criteria:

• The adult person they care for must be a recipient and holder of an Australian Pensioner Concession Card or Veterans’ Affairs Pensioner Concession Card
• Nominated as a carer for a Companion Cardholder
• Carers delivering assistance and support to a passenger in accordance with the requirements outlined above
• The carer must travel on the same booking with the passenger they care for

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility here

• Healthcare Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.
• Senior Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.
• Students who are listed on their parent’s pensioner concession card are not eligible for the pensioner fare as they do not have their own CRN number. Students must apply for their own low-income card which is equivalent to a Healthcare Card.
• Exceptional Circumstances Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility here

Pensioner fares are only applicable to holders of an Australian Pensioner Concession Card issued by Centrelink or Veterans Affairs. If you book a sailing on a pensioner fare, please have your Australian Pensioner Concession Card ready at time of check-in.

• The following conditions apply to be entitled to book a pensioner fare: The card expiry date must be valid at the time of travel and must be presented upon check-in. Failure to present a valid card will require the pensioner fare to be upgraded to an adult fare with any price difference required to be paid at time of upgrade.
• If the Concession Card has a dependant adult named on the card, both persons named on the card are entitled to book a pensioner fare.
• The pensioner who is travelling must travel with the card.
• Pensioner fares are subject to availability and can only be booked if available. The following exceptions apply regardless of pensioner availability and if when booking online, no pensioner fares are available, please call our customer contact centre on 1800 884 305 for further assistance.
  • Recipients of a Totally and Permanently Incapacitated pension (TPI)
  • Recipients of Extreme Disablement Adjustment pension (EDA)

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility  here

No, you cannot book this as a return booking. However, you can make two separate bookings if the date is the same for each departure.

Bookings and amendments handled by our customer contact centre and terminal services team incur a $10 booking fee and a $50 amendment fee. These fees are non-refundable when making online amendments and cancellations that result in a refund due. For more information, refer to the Terms and Conditions of Refund here

Multiple payment options are available online. You can pay the remaining balance of your booking using a credit card or with a valid Spirit of Tasmania gift voucher.

Online bookings can be paid with Spirit of Tasmania gift voucher or credit card. We accept payment for fares by major credit card, debit card or PayTo.  Card payment fees may apply for bookings made on or before 29 September 2026. Any card payment fees paid are non-refundable. Alternatively you can pay via Eftpos at Spirit of Tasmania Terminals.

Child fares apply to children aged between 3 and 15. Infants are under three years of age and travel free of charge. However, you need to include infants in your booking.

When you book an infant and a private cabin, a cot will be placed in your room free of charge. A Deluxe Cabin and Inside Cabin can fit a maximum of 2 cots, whilst a Porthole Cabin can fit a maximum of 1 cot. If you require a cot, we recommend that you book an Inside Cabin rather than a Porthole Cabin, as the cots are better fitted to the size of an Inside Cabin. The only thing you need to bring is linen for the cot.

A pensioner fare is only offered to a carer meeting the following criteria:

• The adult person they care for must be a recipient and holder of an Australian Pensioner Concession Card or Veterans’ Affairs Pensioner Concession Card
• Nominated as a carer for a Companion Cardholder
• Carers delivering assistance and support to a passenger in accordance with the requirements outlined above
• The carer must travel on the same booking with the passenger they care for

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility here

• Healthcare Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.
• Senior Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.
• Students who are listed on their parent’s pensioner concession card are not eligible for the pensioner fare as they do not have their own CRN number. Students must apply for their own low-income card which is equivalent to a Healthcare Card.
• Exceptional Circumstances Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility here

Pensioner fares are only applicable to holders of an Australian Pensioner Concession Card issued by Centrelink or Veterans Affairs. If you book a sailing on a pensioner fare, please have your Australian Pensioner Concession Card ready at time of check-in.

• The following conditions apply to be entitled to book a pensioner fare: The card expiry date must be valid at the time of travel and must be presented upon check-in. Failure to present a valid card will require the pensioner fare to be upgraded to an adult fare with any price difference required to be paid at time of upgrade.
• If the Concession Card has a dependant adult named on the card, both persons named on the card are entitled to book a pensioner fare.
• The pensioner who is travelling must travel with the card.
• Pensioner fares are subject to availability and can only be booked if available. The following exceptions apply regardless of pensioner availability and if when booking online, no pensioner fares are available, please call our customer contact centre on 1800 884 305 for further assistance.
  • Recipients of a Totally and Permanently Incapacitated pension (TPI)
  • Recipients of Extreme Disablement Adjustment pension (EDA)

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility  here

Standard vehicles can have a maximum total length of 6.0 m and a maximum width of 2.0 m (i.e., normal car, people mover, 4WD, ute).

Yes, your motorhome or towed unit can be booked online. You will be required to provide registration details of all towed units in addition to your vehicle. If you are not sure which type of vehicle to book, or if you would like additional information on traveling with a motorhome or caravan, please visit the Caravans and Motorhomes/Campervans section on our Booking Information page.

A maximum of 14 vehicles are allowed per booking, provided there is an eligible passenger for each vehicle.

If you are travelling with a vehicle, you cannot book a bicycle separately. The bicycle will need to be carried on a bike rack or roof rack. To add a bike rack or roof rack to your vehicle, go to Manage my booking, select the ‘Add, change or remove vehicle’ option and edit your vehicle. If you are not travelling with a vehicle, you can add a bicycle to your booking, simply go to Manage my booking and select the ‘Add or remove a bicycle’ option.

Yes, providing the vehicle is roadworthy and designed to carry passengers. Vehicles modified for racing are not eligible.

Dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, some birds, chickens, and ducks may travel on Spirit of Tasmania. * Biosecurity restrictions may apply to ferrets entering Tasmania. For further information, please call Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment on 1300 368 550.

  Yes, if you need to use medical equipment such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) e.g. medical oxygen cylinders, CPAP machines and nebulisers you must check they adhere to the ships rating: Voltage 230V and Frequency 60Hz. If you are unsure, please report to the pursers at Reception on Deck 7. They will have your equipment checked by the ship’s electrician. Note: please bring your own extension leads.    

  Each cabin has a power point with the power voltage 230V. Medical equipment designed to aid in the monitoring or treatment of medical conditions e.g. Medical oxygen cylinders, CPAP machines and Nebulisers must adhere to the ships rating: Voltage 230V and Frequency 60Hz. If you are travelling with your own medical equipment, it is your responsibility to check the rating on your equipment to ensure it complies. If you are unsure, please report to the pursers at Reception on Deck 7. They will have your equipment checked by the ship’s electrician. Note: please bring your own extension leads. Please visit the Specific Needs and Assistance page for more information.    

Generators need to be turned off and non operational whilst onboard.

Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use), can only be transported on the basis if:

• Jerry cans and boat fuel containers filled with diesel ONLY can be transported.
• Jerry cans and boat fuel containers filled with other dangerous fuel eg petrol, aviation fuel and non-standard fuels are prohibited from carriage.
• Jerry cans and boat fuel containers containing diesel must be fully welded at seams (Plastic or Metal).
• Jerry cans and boat fuel containers containing diesel must not be greater than 50 litre capacity.
• Sealing cap has locking side arms or screwed cap with an effective rubber seal.
• All other than Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers must be empty and dry of residual liquid.

In the event petrol residual is identified inside an empty Jerry can or boat fuel can the passengers must fill the container with water before being allowed to travel. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here

If your gas bottle is fixed to your vehicle (fixed via a bracket or compartment) they are permitted to travel in your vehicle as long as they are turned OFF. All loose gas bottles including butane cylinder canisters, (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use),can remain in the passenger accompanies vehicle providing:- Standard vehicles & open trailers – one bottle (maximum size 9 litres (25L) capacity. Caravan’s / Motor home / Campers / Etc.

• ONE additional bottle (maximum size 25 kg (50 litre water capacity).
• Gas bottle is secure within/on the vehicle.
• Gas bottle is secured in the upright position.
• Gas bottle is turned off.
• Check gas bottle is within validation.

All gas bottle that meet the aforementioned conditions will be tagged with a “HAZARD” tag to ensure gas bottle is not turned on whilst gas bottle is within TT-Line’s terminals or onboard a TT-Line vessel and remain with the passenger accompanied vehicle. Gas Bottles that do not meet the aforementioned conditions will either be confiscated and disposed of if validation has expired, or will be deposited and collected upon disembarkation. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods  here

Shared Cabins are no longer available as an accommodation option. Recliners are still available for passengers looking for a low-cost accommodation option/alternatively, passengers can book a Private Cabin that accommodates 1-4 passengers. Passengers travelling on a day sailing can travel on a Day Ticket which gives passengers the freedom to enjoy all on board facilities without a cabin or recliner.

There are currently no public transport services from the Devonport terminal. For information on public transport services in Tasmania, visit Tourism On Board during your sailing.

Yes, however if you do intend to travel with firearms or ammunition, it is paramount you complete the passenger declaration form which can be downloaded from the our Conditions of Carriage. This form also outlines essential information you need to know about carrying such items. The form must be completed by the passenger prior to travel and lodged no later than 24 hours prior to check-in on the intended date of travel. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here

Medical clearance is required for women who are between 36 and 38 weeks pregnant at the time of travel (Note: women who are 38 weeks pregnant or more are not permitted to travel.) A treating doctor or authorised medical practitioner is required to complete a Medical Alert Form. Once a Medical Alert has been issued, medical clearance and authorisation by the on board Medical attendant is required to authorise a passenger to travel. For the safety and wellbeing of the passenger and to avoid any delay at check-in the completed Medical Alert Form must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time. A Medical Alert Form is only valid for the approved travel date. If amending travel dates (if still required) a new Medical Alert Form is issued.

Yes, mobile phones work most of the way during the voyage.

No, the Spirit of Tasmania service from Sydney to Devonport (Tasmania) ceased operation in 2006. Spirit of Tasmania operates two ships which sail between Melbourne and Devonport, departing both locations most nights.

Yes, smoking is permitted in designated outside areas of the ship.

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.

Parking at Devonport: Free parking is available at the Devonport terminal located on The Esplanade, East Devonport. See map. Parking at Geelong: The new terminal has a free public parking area for visitors and passengers with their vehicles, including caravans and motorhomes, waiting to board the ship. There is also a dedicated passenger drop off/pick up parking area at the front of the terminal. There are many campgrounds and caravan parks located nearby and along the surf coast which provide great facilities for caravans and campervans. You can find a list of locations here.

Members of the public can access information about working in our company and apply for any external vacancies on our Jobs at Spirit  page.

Please make sure you are entering the last name of the contact name on your booking. The contact name is displayed under the payment details on your itinerary/e-ticket. Your booking number is displayed on the top right corner of your itinerary/e-ticket. Please note the last name is case sensitive.

Online bookings can be paid with Spirit of Tasmania gift voucher or credit card. We accept payment for fares by major credit card, debit card or PayTo.  Card payment fees may apply for bookings made on or before 29 September 2026. Any card payment fees paid are non-refundable. Alternatively you can pay via Eftpos at Spirit of Tasmania Terminals.

No, the names of passengers on return bookings need to be the same for both the departing and returning legs. If the names of the passengers differ in each direction, please make two bookings.

No, you must book same number of people over and back. However, you can make two separate bookings if the numbers are different.

At most times, bookings are open for the next 11 months only. This eliminates any booking errors related to confusing travel dates.

If you are travelling with an infant, please be sure to book a cabin that displays a ‘cot provided’ icon and a cot will be placed in your cabin free of charge. We recommend that you book an Inside Cabin rather than a Porthole Cabin, as the cots are better fitted to the size of an Inside Cabin. The only thing you need to bring is linen for the cot.

Child fares apply to children aged between 3 and 15. Infants are under three years of age and travel free of charge. However, you need to include infants in your booking.

  Passengers are permitted to carry alcohol on board Spirit of Tasmania; however, the consumption of any such alcohol on board the vessel is strictly prohibited. Please refer to clause 6.6 of our Terms and Conditions of Carriage which states: (a) You are not permitted to carry alcohol on board the Vessel. You are only permitted to drink alcohol that is supplied by us. (b) You agree that we may deal with any such alcohol, whether open or closed, as we reasonably see fit. During check-in, security personnel will inquire with passengers if they are travelling with any alcoholic beverages and if so reconfirm the condition of carriage associated to this item.    

  If you are carrying fishing or any aquatic equipment, such as fishing rods, fishing tackle, boats, kayaks, etc must be declared at each port to the Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment (DPIPWE). For enquires about Aquarium and Pet Fish – please call DPIPWE on (03) 6165 3777. Visit dpipwe.tas.gov.au for more details.    

  No, there are no locker facilities on board. We recommend that you pack a small carry-on bag to take on board and place any excess luggage on the luggage van at check-in. Please ask our team for assistance. Locker facilities are still available in the terminals.    

  Yes, self-service locker storage is available, and accepting card payment methods.    

  Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use), can only be transported on the basis if:

• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers filled with diesel ONLY can be transported.
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers filled with other dangerous fuel eg petrol, aviation fuel and non-standard fuels are prohibited from carriage.
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers containing diesel must be fully welded at seams (Plastic or Metal).
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers containing diesel must not be greater than 50 litre capacity.
• Sealing cap has locking side arms or screwed cap with an effective rubber seal.
• All other than Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers must be empty and dry of residual liquid.

In the event petrol residual is identified inside an empty Jerry Can or Boat Fuel Can the passengers must fill the container with water before being allowed to travel. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here.    

  Gas bottles are permitted on board. If your gas bottle is fixed to your vehicle (fixed via a bracket or compartment) they are permitted to travel in your vehicle. However, if they are not fixed to your vehicle, they must be declared at check-in. They will be placed on a trolley for the voyage. You will be issued with a receipt, which must be handed in on arrival when collecting the gas bottle. Gas bottles do not need to be emptied, but must be turned OFF at all times. For conditions relating to the carriage of hazardous liquids including cleaning spirits, please refer to our Carriage of Dangerous Goods Policy.    

  No. If you’re travelling from Tasmania to Victoria there may be some restrictions on selected plants, plant products, animals (including honey bees) and weeds. For more information, visit  Australian Interstate Quarantine or call Agriculture Victoria on 13 61 86 or refer to Moving plants or plant products.    

  Fresh fruit and vegetables, fish, plant products, soil and a list of other items cannot be brought into Tasmania. Visit the Biosecurity Tasmania website or call: Ring before you bring: Plants/Fruits to Tasmania – (03) 6165 3777 Dogs to Tasmania – Toll Free 1800 684 215 Wildlife to Tasmania – for permits (03) 6165 4305 Aquarium and Pet Fish – (03) 6165 3777 Livestock – Biosecurity Vet (03) 6165 3777    

  No. Spirit of Tasmania provides tie downs for motorbikes. Our experienced wharf crew will also secure the bikes.    

All cabins on Spirit of Tasmania have linen provided including sheets, doonas, pillows and towels. If you are travelling with an infant, you will need to bring linen for the cot (cot is provided free of charge). Passengers in recliners are provided with pillows and blankets.    

  If you have a vehicle, lock it inside. For security reasons there is no access to vehicles during the voyage. If you are travelling without a vehicle you are restricted to placing two items only on the baggage trolley.    

  Your cabin contains bed linen, towels and soap. We recommend taking personal toiletries, medication and clothing items in an overnight bag. If you are travelling with an infant, a cot has automatically been booked for you. However, you will need to bring linen for the cot.    

Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use), can be only be transported on the basis if:

• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers filled with diesel ONLY can be transported.
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers filled with other dangerous fuel eg petrol, aviation fuel and non-standard fuels are prohibited from carriage.
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers containing diesel must be fully welded at seams (Plastic or Metal).
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers containing diesel must not be greater than 50 litre capacity.
• Sealing cap has locking side arms or screwed cap with an effective rubber seal.
• All other than Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers must be empty and dry of residual liquid.

In the event petrol residual is identified inside an empty Jerry Can or Boat Fuel Can the passengers must fill the container with water before being allowed to travel. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here

If you have a standard passenger vehicle with a gas bottle or butane canisters loose and not in their original packaging contained within the vehicle, the item will be deposited with security, tagged with your passenger details including booking number and can be collected upon disembarkation. All loose gas bottles including butane cylinder canisters, (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use), can remain in the passenger accompanies vehicle providing:- Utility vehicles and open trailers – one bottle (maximum size 9 litres (25L) capacity). Caravans / motor home / campers / etc.

• ONE additional bottle (maximum size 25 kg (50 litre water capacity)).
• Gas bottle is secure within/on the vehicle.
• Gas bottle is secured in the upright position.
• Gas bottle is turned off.
• Check gas bottle is within validation.

All gas bottle that meet the aforementioned conditions will be tagged with a “HAZARD” tag to ensure gas bottle is not turned on whilst gas bottle is within TT-Line’s terminals or onboard a TT-Line vessel and remain with the passenger accompanied vehicle. Gas bottles that do not meet the aforementioned conditions will either be confiscated and disposed of if validation has expired, or will be deposited and collected upon disembarkation. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here

No, you cannot book this as a return booking. However, you can make two separate bookings if the date is the same for each departure.

Bookings and amendments handled by our customer contact centre and terminal services team incur a $10 booking fee and a $50 amendment fee. These fees are non-refundable when making online amendments and cancellations that result in a refund due. For more information, refer to the Terms and Conditions of Refund here

Direct bookings made online at  Spirit of Tasmania, via Spirit of Tasmania’s customer contact centre, or at Spirit of Tasmania’s terminals can be amended online. Travel agent, freight, group and special event bookings will not be available to amend online. If you wish to amend or cancel this type of booking, please contact your travel agent, for Spirit of Tasmania Freight bookings please call 1800 988 895 and Spirit of Tasmania group and special event bookings please call 1800 635 877.

There is no limit on how many times you can change your booking within the ticket validity. You can change your booking online at My booking. Amendments are subject to availability. For more information, refer to the fare rules of the selected fare.

Multiple payment options are available online. You can pay the remaining balance of your booking using a credit card or with a valid Spirit of Tasmania gift voucher.

Amendments will only be confirmed once payment has been processed. If you change your mind before payment is processed, simply click on the “Cancel All Changes” button or exit the browser.

Refunds will be credited back to the payee in the same or similar form to their original payment. Credit card/debit card refunds will be processed at the time of the request. Refund payments will be credited back to the original credit card used for the original booking, via an authorised CardGate credit card payment gateway. Cheque refunds will be reviewed within two standard business days of the request. Cheques will be made out and addressed to the payee, based on the details provided at the time of the refund. Cheques will be sent via regular post within 14 standard business days of the refund request. Gift voucher refunds will be processed at the time of the request. Refund payments will be issued in the form of a new gift voucher; they will not be issued by cash, bank cheque, or credit card. The new gift voucher will be issued to the recipient of the original gift voucher. If the original recipient is unknown at the time of issuing the refund, the new gift voucher will be issued to the contact name on the original booking. For further information about refund payment methods, including refunds issued with multiple payment methods, see our terms and conditions of refunds here: https://www.spiritoftasmania.com.au/terms-and-conditions/terms-and-conditions-of-refunds/

If you are travelling with a vehicle, you cannot book a bicycle separately. The bicycle will need to be carried on a bike rack or roof rack. To add a bike rack or roof rack to your vehicle, go to Manage my booking, select the ‘Add, change or remove vehicle’ option and edit your vehicle. If you are not travelling with a vehicle, you can add a bicycle to your booking, simply go to Manage my booking and select the ‘Add or remove a bicycle’ option.

Amendments made online must be made more than 3 hours prior to the scheduled departure time of your existing journey or the new journey you wish to travel on. If you wish to amend your booking within 3 hours of the existing or the new departure time, please call us on 1800 884 305. Amendment fees will apply. For more information on amendment and cancellation fees, click here.

Yes, once your amendments have been confirmed, an updated itinerary/e-ticket will be sent to your specified email address.

No, there is no amendment fee when you amend your booking online. However, relevant fare cancellation fees still apply if you wish to cancel your booking entirely. Click here for full details about Spirit of Tasmania’s amendment and cancellation fees.

Please make sure you are entering the last name of the contact name on your booking. The contact name is displayed under the payment details on your itinerary/e-ticket. Your booking number is displayed on the top right corner of your itinerary/e-ticket. Please note the last name is case sensitive.

If you go to Manage My Booking and enter your booking details, you can:

• View your booking – including contact details, sailing details and payment history.
• Resend your itinerary/e-ticket – a copy of your itinerary can be sent via email.
• Update your contact details – including name, address, phone and email.
• Add your vehicle registration – if you didn’t complete your vehicle registration at the time of booking, you can add it online.
• Change your vehicle registration – if your vehicle registration has changed, you can update your details online.
• Add, remove or change your vehicle(s) – including standard cars, motorbikes, caravans, camper trailers, trailers, campervan and motorhomes.
• Make a payment on an existing booking – if there is an outstanding balance on your booking, you can complete your payment online.
• Add or remove kennels or bicycles – change your additional options.
• Add, remove or change passengers – change details of who is sailing.
• Add, remove or change accommodation – change your cabin options.
• Change your sailing dates or departure time – change your travel times.
• Change your sailing direction – to or from Melbourne and Devonport.
• Cancel your booking – make a complete cancellation to your booking.

Yes, travel insurance is highly recommend when purchasing a fare that has non-refundable cancellation fee.

No, the Spirit of Tasmania service from Sydney to Devonport (Tasmania) ceased operation in 2006. Spirit of Tasmania operates two ships which sail between Geelong and Devonport, departing both locations most nights.

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.

Parking at Devonport: Free parking is available at the Devonport terminal located on The Esplanade, East Devonport. See map. Parking at Geelong: The new terminal has a free public parking area for visitors and passengers with their vehicles, including caravans and motorhomes, waiting to board the ship. There is also a dedicated passenger drop-off/pick-up parking area at the front of the terminal. There are many campgrounds and caravan parks located nearby and along the surf coast, which provide great facilities for caravans and campervans. You can find a list of locations here.

A motorhome (also called a campervan) is a vehicle that you drive that already has beds inside for the people travelling in it.
When you make your booking, please book your motorhome or campervan as a vehicle, and at the vehicle step choose the motorhome/campervan option.

A caravan is a separate unit that you tow behind another vehicle. It has beds inside, but it does not have its own engine, so it must be pulled by a car or other motorised vehicle. When you book a caravan, please select “towing a caravan or trailer”. You will need to tell us the full length of your set-up from end to end, including the caravan and anything attached, such as the drawbar, bike racks, gas cylinders and similar items.

See more details regarding the Bass Strait Passenger Vehicle Equalisation Scheme.

Yes, you can send an unaccompanied vehicle. However if you are not a passenger on the ship, you will need to book through our freight department. Higher rates apply, as the advertised fare only applies to cars accompanying passengers. Request a freight quote using our form.

At most times, bookings are open for the next 11 months only. This eliminates any booking errors related to confusing travel dates.

When you book an infant and a private cabin, a cot will be placed in your room free of charge. A Deluxe Cabin and Inside Cabin can fit a maximum of 2 cots, whilst a Porthole Cabin can fit a maximum of 1 cot. If you require a cot, we recommend that you book an Inside Cabin rather than a Porthole Cabin, as the cots are better fitted to the size of an Inside Cabin. The only thing you need to bring is linen for the cot.

A pensioner fare is only offered to a carer meeting the following criteria:

• The adult person they care for must be a recipient and holder of an Australian Pensioner Concession Card or Veterans’ Affairs Pensioner Concession Card
• Nominated as a carer for a Companion Cardholder
• Carers delivering assistance and support to a passenger in accordance with the requirements outlined above
• The carer must travel on the same booking with the passenger they care for

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility here

• Healthcare Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.
• Senior Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.
• Students who are listed on their parent’s pensioner concession card are not eligible for the pensioner fare as they do not have their own CRN number. Students must apply for their own low-income card which is equivalent to a Healthcare Card.
• Exceptional Circumstances Card holders are not entitled to the pensioner fare.

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility here

Pensioner fares are only applicable to holders of an Australian Pensioner Concession Card issued by Centrelink or Veterans Affairs. If you book a sailing on a pensioner fare, please have your Australian Pensioner Concession Card ready at time of check-in.

• The following conditions apply to be entitled to book a pensioner fare: The card expiry date must be valid at the time of travel and must be presented upon check-in. Failure to present a valid card will require the pensioner fare to be upgraded to an adult fare with any price difference required to be paid at time of upgrade.
• If the Concession Card has a dependant adult named on the card, both persons named on the card are entitled to book a pensioner fare.
• The pensioner who is travelling must travel with the card.
• Pensioner fares are subject to availability and can only be booked if available. The following exceptions apply regardless of pensioner availability and if when booking online, no pensioner fares are available, please call our customer contact centre on 1800 884 305 for further assistance.
  • Recipients of a Totally and Permanently Incapacitated pension (TPI)
  • Recipients of Extreme Disablement Adjustment pension (EDA)

You can read further information about Pensioner Eligibility  here

The completion date of the new terminal now coincides with the first sailings of Spirit of Tasmania IV and V on 31 October 2026. The new infrastructure will welcome the new vessels into operation in time for the 2026-27 peak summer season. This is four months earlier than the previously announced anticipated completion of February 2027.

The current vessels, Spirit of Tasmania I and Spirit of Tasmania II, have proudly served as a vital gateway between Tasmania and mainland Australia, offering over 850 sailings per year and building an impeccable service record. Upon the arrival of the new Spirit of Tasmania IV and Spirit of Tasmania V, these reliable and well-maintained ships will be sold so they can continue their legacy of excellence on ferry routes in other parts of the world. This transition marks an exciting step forward as we welcome a new era of enhanced passenger and freight services.

When the new ships start operating, our schedule will only include night sailings. Our timetable can change based on demand. The new ships have much more space, especially for caravans, motorhomes and other large vehicles. If demand is higher than this extra capacity, we will look at adding day sailings in the future.

The full range of new ship accommodation is now available to book. If anything changes that affects your booking, we will contact you and give you options. These options will include the ability to change or cancel your booking.

Spirit of Tasmania IV & V are designed to elevate the passenger experience with a wide range of onboard services and amenities. Featuring diverse dining options, bars, cinemas, shops, video gaming and arcade facilities and dedicated children’s areas, these ships ensure a more comfortable and enjoyable journey for every passenger.

Spirit of Tasmania IV and Spirit of Tasmania V each measure 212 metres in length and offer significantly enhanced capacity. These vessels can accommodate up to 1,800 passengers and provide 4,098 lane metres for vehicles, ensuring ample space for passengers, their vehicles, and freight. In comparison, the current vessels, Spirit of Tasmania I and Spirit of Tasmania II, are 194.3 metres in length and have a passenger capacity of approximately 1,400, with 2,565 lane metres for vehicles. The new ships represent a significant upgrade in size and capacity, particularly high-space capacity for larger vehicles such as caravans and motorhomes. The introduction of pet-friendly cabins on the Spirit of Tasmania IV and Spirit of Tasmania V will enhance the travel experience for passengers who wish to bring their pets along. While pets are currently cared for in kennels, the new options allow passengers to book pet-friendly cabins for cats and dogs or place their pets, including cats, dogs, guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets and birds, in a climate-controlled, secure kennel area during the journey. This will allow passengers and their pets a more comfortable and convenient travel experience.

We offer a range of fare types with different levels of flexibility. Prices can vary based on:

• When you travel
• How far in advance you book
• How strong demand is for that sailing

To get the best choice and value, we recommend booking early and subscribing to our emails for special offers.

Prices vary by route and sailing because fares are set based on forecast demand, so each sailing may be priced differently depending on how busy we expect it to be. When you book, you can still choose fare options with flexible conditions, and you may see more attractive prices depending on the sailing and fare option you choose.

You can currently book:

• Travel on the existing ships up to 22 October 2026
• Travel on the new ships from 31 October 2026

  Yes, if you need to use medical equipment such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) e.g. medical oxygen cylinders, CPAP machines and nebulisers you must check they adhere to the ships rating: Voltage 230V and Frequency 60Hz. If you are unsure, please report to the pursers at reception on Deck 7. They will have your equipment checked by the ship’s electrician. Note: please bring your own extension leads. If you are travelling with medical oxygen cylinders, please visit the Specific Needs and Assistance page for more information.    

At Spirit of Tasmania, we are committed to ensuring that all passengers enjoy a safe and comfortable journey. It is important for us to know in advance if you are traveling with reduced mobility, have a medical condition (including being discharged from hospital 72 hours prior to travel), use medical oxygen, are hearing or vision impaired, or need to be accompanied by a guide/hearing dog or assistance animal. Read more here Our experienced crew members are also available to assist you throughout the journey.    

  Yes, if you need to use medical equipment such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) e.g. medical oxygen cylinders, CPAP machines and nebulisers you must check they adhere to the ships rating: Voltage 230V and Frequency 60Hz. If you are unsure, please report to the pursers at Reception on Deck 7. They will have your equipment checked by the ship’s electrician. Note: please bring your own extension leads.    

Medical clearance is required for women who are between 36 and 38 weeks pregnant at the time of travel (Note: women who are 38 weeks pregnant or more are not permitted to travel.) A treating doctor or authorised medical practitioner is required to complete a Medical Alert Form. Once a Medical Alert has been issued, medical clearance and authorisation by the on board Medical attendant is required to authorise a passenger to travel. For the safety and wellbeing of the passenger and to avoid any delay at check-in the completed Medical Alert Form must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled departure time. A Medical Alert Form is only valid for the approved travel date. If amending travel dates (if still required) a new Medical Alert Form is issued.

When a passenger with a mobility impairment is travelling with us and is attaching their wheelchair, scooter, or gopher to the rear of their vehicle, we will not charge for the additional length. This also includes if the scooter or gopher is being transported on a mini trailer.

If you are travelling with an infant, please be sure to book a cabin that displays a ‘cot provided’ icon and a cot will be placed in your cabin free of charge. We recommend that you book an Inside Cabin rather than a Porthole Cabin, as the cots are better fitted to the size of an Inside Cabin. The only thing you need to bring is linen for the cot.

When you book an infant and a private cabin, a cot will be placed in your room free of charge. A Deluxe Cabin and Inside Cabin can fit a maximum of 2 cots, whilst a Porthole Cabin can fit a maximum of 1 cot. If you require a cot, we recommend that you book an Inside Cabin rather than a Porthole Cabin, as the cots are better fitted to the size of an Inside Cabin. The only thing you need to bring is linen for the cot.

Yes, Spirit of Tasmania IV and V will be able to operate at full capacity when they commence service at Spirit Quay Devonport. The Geelong Port already has infrastructure in place to facilitate the larger ships. The new vessels feature increased passenger capacity, from 1,400 to 1,800 passengers, with an increase in cabins from 222 to 301. Vehicle lanes for both passengers and freight will expand by almost 60%, and, unlike the current ships, all vehicle lanes will offer extra height to accommodate caravans and campervans.

Spirit Quay Devonport is expected to be operational by late 2026. Site establishment works were completed in August 2024, with site earthworks begun in November 2024. Construction of marine foundation works will follow, and landside structures are will form the final stage of construction.

The new Spirit Quay site spans seven hectares, almost doubling the size of the current lease. Located on previously undeveloped land between SeaRoad Shipping and the Mersey Yacht Club, it will provide expanded operational areas designed to serve both passenger and freight customers.

Thanks to partnerships with three Tasmanian firms, BMD is creating significant local employment opportunities for this project. More than 50% of the work will be delivered by local partners, who have committed to employing additional apprentices and tradespeople specifically for the Spirit Quay development.

Spirit of Tasmania contracted a partnership known as Spirit Partners, comprising both national and Tasmanian companies, to relocate its Devonport base of operations to Spirit Quay Devonport. This partnership includes BMD Constructions, which successfully delivered Spirit of Tasmania’s Geelong Port facility. BMD is joined by Fitzgerald Constructions Australia (who also worked with BMD on the Geelong project) and local Tasmanian companies BridgePro Engineering, Gradco, and Vos Constructions.

Yes, providing the vehicle is roadworthy and designed to carry passengers. Vehicles modified for racing are not eligible.

We recommend checking with the rental car company before booking, as restrictions may apply to vehicles travelling on Spirit of Tasmania. To make an online booking without knowing the make, model, and registration of the car, choose ‘other’ for the make and model and leave the registration blank.

Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use), can be only be transported on the basis if:

• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers filled with diesel ONLY can be transported.
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers filled with other dangerous fuel eg petrol, aviation fuel and non-standard fuels are prohibited from carriage.
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers containing diesel must be fully welded at seams (Plastic or Metal).
• Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers containing diesel must not be greater than 50 litre capacity.
• Sealing cap has locking side arms or screwed cap with an effective rubber seal.
• All other than Jerry Cans and Boat Fuel Containers must be empty and dry of residual liquid.

In the event petrol residual is identified inside an empty Jerry Can or Boat Fuel Can the passengers must fill the container with water before being allowed to travel. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here

If you have a standard passenger vehicle with a gas bottle or butane canisters loose and not in their original packaging contained within the vehicle, the item will be deposited with security, tagged with your passenger details including booking number and can be collected upon disembarkation. All loose gas bottles including butane cylinder canisters, (subject to quantities deemed as personal use and not for commercial use), can remain in the passenger accompanies vehicle providing:- Utility vehicles and open trailers – one bottle (maximum size 9 litres (25L) capacity). Caravans / motor home / campers / etc.

• ONE additional bottle (maximum size 25 kg (50 litre water capacity)).
• Gas bottle is secure within/on the vehicle.
• Gas bottle is secured in the upright position.
• Gas bottle is turned off.
• Check gas bottle is within validation.

All gas bottle that meet the aforementioned conditions will be tagged with a “HAZARD” tag to ensure gas bottle is not turned on whilst gas bottle is within TT-Line’s terminals or onboard a TT-Line vessel and remain with the passenger accompanied vehicle. Gas bottles that do not meet the aforementioned conditions will either be confiscated and disposed of if validation has expired, or will be deposited and collected upon disembarkation. You can read further information about Carriage of Dangerous Goods here

When a passenger with a mobility impairment is travelling with us and is attaching their wheelchair, scooter, or gopher to the rear of their vehicle, we will not charge for the additional length. This also includes if the scooter or gopher is being transported on a mini trailer.

Please measure the full length of your vehicle from end to end. You need to provide measurement details for your vehicle to ensure that you are charged the correct price. Vehicle sizes are subject to confirmation on check-in and if the incorrect details have been provided you may be charged an extra fee. Measuring length: This should be the full length of the vehicle including towed items (caravan, camper trailer or trailer) and attachments (drawbar, bike racks, gas cylinders etc.). Measuring height: Vehicle height must include roof racks and any additional items stored on the roof of the vehicle (kayaks, baggage, bicycles etc.). More information can be found in our Vehicle Booking Information booklet.

No. For safety reasons, passengers are not allowed on the vehicle deck during the voyage.

Yes. However, if you are not a passenger on the ship, you will need to book through our freight department. Higher rates apply, as the advertised fare only applies to cars accompanying passengers. Request a freight quote using our form.

Standard vehicles can have a maximum total length of 6.0 m and a maximum width of 2.0 m (i.e., normal car, people mover, 4WD, ute).

Yes, your motorhome or towed unit can be booked online. You will be required to provide registration details of all towed units in addition to your vehicle. If you are not sure which type of vehicle to book, or if you would like additional information on traveling with a motorhome or caravan, please visit the Caravans and Motorhomes/Campervans section on our Booking Information page.

A maximum of 14 vehicles are allowed per booking, provided there is an eligible passenger for each vehicle.

Any concerns regarding animal welfare, passenger safety or crew safety should be reported immediately to a crew member or vessel management for assessment and action.

Spirit of Tasmania is committed to maintaining high standards of:

• Animal welfare;
• Passenger safety; and
• Crew safety.

All crew involved in animal transport and management receive appropriate training and instruction.

It is your responsibility as the owner to verify your dog’s status before making a booking. See more information here.

No. Dogs declared as Dangerous Dogs under Tasmania’s Dog Control Act are not permitted onboard.

No. Dogs classified as Restricted Breed Dogs under Tasmania’s Dog Control Act are prohibited from travelling on Spirit of Tasmania.

Where safe to do so, Authorised Assistance Animals may remain with their handlers, and crew will provide reasonable assistance to support evacuation.

No. Pets are not permitted on evacuation slides, lifeboats or other evacuation devices.

In any emergency, human life takes priority. Depending on the circumstances, passengers may be instructed to:

• Bring pets under control using a lead, crate or trolley; or
• Leave pets behind if evacuation equipment cannot safely accommodate them.

  Passengers visiting kennelled pets on Deck 7 must use the Blue Lift when authorised to access the kennel area.

Yes. Owners may be charged the reasonable costs of repairs, replacement, cleaning or disinfection resulting from damage caused by their animal.

You are fully responsible for any damage caused by your animal, including damage to:

• Cabins;
• Kennels;
• Decks;
• Vessel fittings and equipment; and
• Other cargo.

Depending on the circumstances, Spirit of Tasmania may:

• Ban the pet from future travel; and/or
• Ban the passenger from travelling with pets in the future.

You must:

• Keep your pet under effective control;
• Clean up pet waste immediately;
• Manage noise and behaviour;
• Prevent unwanted interactions with other passengers and pets; and
• Ensure your pet does not create a safety risk.

Yes. Your booking will include pet accommodation details and pet travel information.

No. The Yellow Lift is a pet-free lift and cannot be used when travelling with pets.

Passengers visiting kennelled pets on Deck 7 must use the Blue Lift when authorised to access the kennel area.

Passengers travelling to pet-friendly cabins on Deck 9 must use the Green Lift.

Yes, but only the Green lifts. Pets are not permitted in the Yellow lift. Blue lifts are utilised for passengers travelling with pets that are utilising the kennels.

No. Pet trolleys and carriers are not available for hire.

Yes. Cats must remain in an appropriate travel carrier or on a lead while moving between the vehicle deck and cabin, ensuring they are under the effective control of the passenger.

No. Dogs travelling to pet-friendly cabins do not require a crate, trolley or muzzle while moving between the vehicle deck and cabin, provided they:

• Remain on a lead at all times; and
• Are under the effective control of the passenger.

No. Pets are only permitted in designated transit routes and the pet-friendly deck toileting area.

No. Pets staying in pet-friendly cabins may only:

• Remain inside the cabin; or
• Access the designated pet-friendly deck for toileting purposes.

Yes. Customers are responsible for supplying their own cleaning materials and managing their pet’s waste and cleanliness throughout the voyage.

No. Pet bowls are not supplied in cabins; however, they are available for purchase from The General Store onboard.

Yes. Passengers are encouraged to bring their own:

• Pet bedding
• Water bowls
• Waste bags
• Cleaning supplies

Yes. Linen from pet-friendly cabins is laundered separately.

Yes. An accessible pet toilet area is located on the adjacent outdoor section of Deck 9, complete with animal waste disposal facilities.

Pet-Friendly Cabins include:

• Vinyl flooring
• Private ensuite with shower, toilet and basin
• Two lower bunks and two upper bunks
• Mattress protectors on lower berths
• Room temperature controls
• USB-A and USB-C charging ports
• Australian power points
• Bedside table
• Reading lamps
• Hanging space
• Full-length mirror with makeup mirror
• Bench seating area when upper beds are folded away

No. Dogs must not be washed in the vessel’s shower facilities.

Each Pet-Friendly Cabin is limited to a maximum of two dogs and/or cats. Additional pets will require alternative approved accommodation arrangements.

No. Cots are not permitted in pet-friendly cabins.

Pet-Friendly Cabins can accommodate up to 4 passengers.

Yes. Internal Pet Cabins are recommended for smaller cats and dogs.

There are 18 Pet-Friendly Cabins available:

• 16 Porthole Pet Cabins
• 2 Internal Pet Cabins

All Pet-Friendly Cabins are located on Deck 9.

A maximum of two dogs and/or cats can stay in each Pet-Friendly Cabin.

No, there is no weight or size limit for pets in the pet-friendly cabins. However, smaller cats and dogs are recommended for the inside pet-friendly cabins.

Only dogs and cats are permitted in Pet-Friendly Cabins.

Pet-Friendly Cabins are dedicated cabins designed for passengers travelling with pets. These cabins allow you to travel with up to two dogs and/or cats in the comfort of your cabin throughout the voyage.

Evidence must be provided at the time of booking and again before departure showing the animal is appropriately accredited or trained to assist a person with disability. For more information, complete the Specific Needs form.

Yes. Authorised Assistance Animals travel free of charge.

Yes. Approved Authorised Assistance Animals are welcome onboard and may accompany their handler in passenger areas.

Spirit of Tasmania may:

• Require completion of an indemnity and release form; or
• Refuse transport of the animal.

The completed form, including a veterinarian’s certification, must be submitted no later than 24 hours before sailing. Bookings must be made directly via the Customer Contact Centre subject to availability.

Yes. If your animal is travelling in a cage secured to a vehicle or trailer, an Animal Cage Declaration Form must be completed. Bookings must be made directly via the Customer Contact Centre subject to availability.

Generally, no more than two animals classified as livestock are permitted per vehicle.

Yes. Crew will conduct welfare checks on animals housed in kennels.

Passengers are encouraged to bring their own bedding when booking a kennel or pet cabin (only available on Spirit of Tasmania IV & V).

No. Subject to availability, there is no limit on the number of kennels that may be booked.

No. Generally, only one animal is permitted per kennel, except where a mother is travelling with dependent offspring.

At this time, specific kennels cannot be reserved.

Yes, Biosecurity Tasmania requires owners and importers of dogs to declare that their dogs have been treated for hydatid tapeworm and checked for ticks. Passengers travelling with dogs are required to present a printed and signed declaration on arrival at the security screening prior to boarding. View the form here: Declaration by Owner or Importer for the Entry of Dogs into Tasmania. In addition to the signed declaration, passengers will need to carry documentary evidence showing that their dog has been treated for hydatid tapeworm within 14 days prior to entering Tasmania. The evidence can be:

• An official statement/certificate by a vet;
• A statutory declaration by the owner; or
• Other evidence of treatment (such as the pill packet and purchase receipt)

Please refer to our Conditions of Carriage – Section 16: Animals for more information on sailing with animals. If you are carrying livestock, please contact us on 1800 884 305 to make your booking.

Yes. At the time of booking a Pet-Friendly Cabin, you must declare that:

• You understand and accept the Pets Onboard Policy;
• Your dog is not a Restricted Breed Dog or Declared Dangerous Dog; and
• You have reviewed the Pet Rules, Safety & Behaviour requirements.

You are responsible for obtaining any permits, licences, health certificates or other documentation required by law for your animal. Find out more here.

Yes. Animals must be kept under effective control and on a lead when in permitted public areas. The lead may only be removed when the animal is:

• Inside a kennel;
• Inside an approved transport vehicle or trailer; or
• Inside a Pet-Friendly Cabin.

Yes. All animals must travel on the same voyage as their owner or handler. Unaccompanied animals are not permitted.

Yes. Pets and other animals may travel on Spirit of Tasmania, provided they comply with all applicable biosecurity requirements and our Pets Onboard Policy.

Pets must be secured when moving through the terminal and vessel, either on a lead or in a carrier.

No. Pets are not permitted in passenger areas unless they are an approved Authorised Assistance Animal. Pets travelling in a Pet-Friendly Cabin (dogs and cats only) must remain in the cabin and are permitted to utilise the designated Pet-Friendly Deck for toileting purposes. To ensure passenger safety, pets are not permitted in general passenger areas.

We do not recommend that your pet travels inside your vehicle or trailer. It may be unsafe to transport your pet in this manner. If you do so, it is at your own risk, and you must ensure that you have properly considered the welfare and wellbeing of your pet and that they are not subjected to unreasonable or unjustifiable pain or suffering. If you insist, contrary to our Conditions of Carriage – Section 16: Animals, on transporting your pet in this manner, then you will be asked to sign an indemnity and release form prior to travel. This form is available via the customer contact centre team on 1800 634 906 or from our terminal and should be returned at least 72 hours prior to sailing.

Access to vehicle decks is restricted. You are not permitted to check on your pet during the voyage.

If a pet causes disturbance to other guests or damages the vessel, Spirit of Tasmania may require the pet to be transferred to a kennel for the remainder of the voyage. Cabin fees will not be refunded.

Pets should not use the beds. It is recommended that passengers providing bedding, blankets and other comfort items.

Yes. Pets may be left unattended for short periods; however, owners remain responsible for their pet’s behaviour, noise levels and wellbeing at all times.

Pets are not permitted in the recliner area. Passengers wishing to travel with their pet, must book a pet kennel for their pet or a pet-friendly cabin (only available on Spirit of Tasmania IV & V). Excludes assistance animals.

To ensure passenger safety, pets are not permitted in general passenger areas.

For pets travelling in the pet cabins on Spirit of Tasmania IV & V, a designated area will be advised at the time of check-in. Pets travelling in the kennel area are required to remain in their kennel for the duration of the sailing.

At least 72 hours prior to travel, please provide a valid veterinary certificate indicating that your pet requires assistance during the voyage due to a pre-determined condition. This request will be approved by the master of the vessel, and a crew member will escort you to the kennel area to attend to your pet at the required times. For more information, please call our Customer Contact Centre team on 1800 634 906.

Yes, Biosecurity Tasmania requires owners and importers of dogs to declare that their dogs have been treated for hydatid tapeworm and checked for ticks. Passengers travelling with dogs are required to present a printed and signed declaration on arrival at the security screening prior to boarding. View the form here: Declaration by Owner or Importer for the Entry of Dogs into Tasmania. In addition to the signed declaration, passengers will need to carry documentary evidence showing that their dog has been treated for hydatid tapeworm within 14 days prior to entering Tasmania. The evidence can be:

• An official statement/certificate by a vet;
• A statutory declaration by the owner; or
• Other evidence of treatment (such as the pill packet and purchase receipt)

Please refer to our Conditions of Carriage – Section 16: Animals for more information on sailing with animals. If you are carrying livestock, please contact us on 1800 884 305 to make your booking.

It is recommended that your pet is well exercised prior to boarding, and not given any solid food just prior to sailing. We recommend you bring bedding and familiar comfort items such as toys. You may wish to consult your veterinarian prior to travel, they will be able to confirm your pet is fit to travel and provide further advice about preparing your pet for sea travel. Prior to arriving in Tasmania, owners and importers of dogs need to print, complete and sign a declaration to confirm that their dogs have been treated for hydatid tapeworm and checked for ticks. View the form here: Declaration by Owner or Importer for the Entry of Dogs into Tasmania. In addition to the signed declaration, passengers will need to carry documentary evidence showing that their dog has been treated for hydatid tapeworm within 14 days prior to entering Tasmania. The evidence can be:

• An official statement/certificate by a vet;
• A statutory declaration by the owner; or
• Other evidence of treatment (such as the pill packet and purchase receipt).

We discourage placing padlocks on kennels as this would make it impossible for a crew member to assist your pet in case of an emergency.

Bedding is not provided, but you are welcome to bring your own bedding. We encourage you to place bedding and familiar comfort items in the kennel. Please watch our Travelling with Pets video for practical information on boarding and travelling with a pet.

On Spirit of Tasmania I and II, our kennels vary in size. As a guide, the approximate measurements are: 700mm wide x 800mm high x 900mm deep. If your animal needs a larger kennel, unfortunately, we are unable to assist and you must arrange an alternative suitable option. Please refer to our Conditions of Carriage – Section 16: Animals Please note, we are unable to allocate or reserve kennel sizes relevant to the size of your pet prior to boarding. A pet attendant is available on deck 5 during boarding to assist passengers with the assignment of an appropriate sized kennel. On Spirit of Tasmania IV and V, the kennels are available in different sizes to accommodate pets of all breeds and sizes, ensuring comfort during the journey.

If you are travelling with a pet, we strongly recommend booking a kennel. You can add one to your booking via My Booking. Our kennels are located on ventilated decks. Fresh water is supplied, and pets are checked regularly throughout the sailing. Bedding is not provided. Please bring bedding for the kennel, and if your pet has any other requirements please advise our crew at the time of boarding. For safety reasons, passengers are not permitted to access the vehicle decks to visit pets while at sea. One kennel must be booked per pet unless the animal is a mother with pups or kittens. Smaller animals such as rabbits**, guinea pigs**, ferrets, birds or chickens should be carried in their own carrier and then placed into a kennel. **There are restrictions on bringing fodder (hay) into Tasmania as food or bedding for your rabbit or guinea pig. Please ensure your small pet travels with enough food and water to sustain him for his journey. We recommend shredded newspaper as a supplement for hay as bedding for the journey. Tasmania has strict rules about bringing any plant, fruit or vegetable material into Tasmania. Please ensure these items are not inside your small pet’s carrier upon arrival into the state. Your small pet and its carrier will be inspected by biosecurity officers at the point of entry into the state. A fee for service may apply.

Yes, Spirit of Tasmania places a high importance on the welfare and safety of animals in its care. Since July 2018, Spirit of Tasmania has safely transported more than 32,000 pets.

Wildlife such as reptiles, amphibians (i.e. frogs), birds, water-based animals (i.e. fish, yabbies, tortoises), worms, spiders, pigeons, doves, and rodents cannot travel on board Spirit of Tasmania.

Dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, some birds, chickens, and ducks may travel on Spirit of Tasmania. * Biosecurity restrictions may apply to ferrets entering Tasmania. For further information, please call Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment on 1300 368 550.

For safety reasons, passengers are not permitted to access the kennel area while the ship is at sea. Spirit of Tasmania crew perform regular checks on pets during the crossing.