The trip from the hotel to the airport is a complex challenge; a seat in the bus has to be booked in advance. The time and place of landing is agreed by phone; hotel employees will provide all necessary information to tourists.
There are daily ferries from Davenport to Melbourne; this option will be the optimal for those who expect to visit mainland Australia in addition to Tasmania. Ferry fare depends on the level of comfort and can range from 120 to 300 Australian dollars.
Tourists who plan to rent a car have to consider that many agencies prohibit transporting of rented cars to the mainland. It’s necessary to specify existing rules in advance; transportation by ferry will cost about $70.
Drivers who plan to travel after dark have to be extremely cautious. The main danger is associated not with winding roads, but with local animals that often run out to the road.
Public transport in Tasmania is represented by an extensive network of bus routes. Despite the fact that all routes should have a precise timetable, interruptions and delays are common. In certain towns tourists can move freely on foot; long-distance buses will require reservation.
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