The small town of Southport is situated on the south coast of Tasmania, 100Km (60 miles) south of Hobart. A wildlife sanctuary, a thermal pool, a historic railway and Hastings Caves are within easy reach. In addition there are plenty of opportunities for fishing, sailing, walking and even touring the area by helicopter.
Southport is just about the most Southerly of all towns on the Australian continent. See map.
The various Spirit Of Tasmania ships cross between mainland Australia (Melbourne and Sydney) and Devonport, Tasmania. Please see the following links to book Melbourne to Devonport crossings:
Melbourne to Devonport.
Devonport to Melbourne.
Hobart has hotels in waterside and city locations. Click here for full list of Hobart accommodation. page.

Driving Distances / TIME
1Hrs From Hobart (100Km)
3.3Hrs From Launceston (300Km)
4.5Hrs From Devonport (38Km) )
2Hrs From Port Arthur (200Km)
Max Average Temperature
Deg C/ Deg F
Winter(June-Aug):11 / 51
Spring(Sep-Nov):17 / 62
Summer(Dec-Feb):22 / 71
Autumn(Mar-May):17 / 62
Average Monthly Rainfall - mm
Winter(June-Aug): 50
Spring(Sep-Nov): 53
Summer(Dec-Feb): 49
Autumn(Mar-May): 48
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