Shitbox Rally Australia 2016

Shitbox Rally Australia 2016 has today announced their partnership with Spirit of Tasmania in the dedicated 'Shipbox Rally" sailing on 12 May 2016. The first ever sea crossing for Shipbox Rally, it will be a welcomed indulgence of comfort and style as 200 teams take shelter from driving their cars worth $1,000 or less across Australia's toughest roads.
 
Departing Melbourne at sunset, Shipbox Rally will sail towards the horizon, landing in Devonport at sunrise on 13 May 2016. As the teams wave goodbye to the dusty tracks and glistening city lights of the mainland, the 400 participants can relax in plush and modern surrounds as they discover 'The NEW Spirit of Tasmania" on the 429km crossing. In a rally renowned for river crossings, tough conditions and certainly no smooth sailings, it's a welcome addition to the seven-day adventure.

The newly refurbished Spirit of Tasmania ships not only offer supreme comfort, endless entertainment options and uninterrupted starry night views, but a well received change in pace as four turbo-charged diesel engines motor Shipbox Rally across Bass Strait. Throughout the crossing, teams will also be treated to some of the best Tasmanian gourmet food and beverage produce. It's a taste of what's to come as they leave Shipbox Rally behind to explore the patchwork of lush fields, alpine forests and craggy coastlines of Tasmania, before the colourful convoy crosses the Shitbox Rally finish line in Hobart at the end of the day.
 
The largest independent fundraiser for Cancer Council, Shitbox Rally is committed to raising funds and awareness in the fight against cancer.
As James Freeman, founder of Box Rallies explains, 'it's through the support of organisations like Spirit of Tasmania, that Shitbox Rally can focus on what's really important – the fundraising."