Ferry Services Between Bluff and Stewart Island

4.3 (12 reviews) one hour Free cancellation

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12 reviews

4.3

Ferry Services Between Bluff and Stewart Island — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Ferry Services Between Bluff and Stewart Island, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Zip across Foveaux Strait between Bluff and Stewart Island and back on our comfortable catamarans. Visit Stewart Island, just one hour’s ferry ride from Bluff and New Zealand’s ultimate eco-tourism destination. During the trip keep an eye out for wildlife – particularly seabirds such as Mollymawk (Albatross) and Titi which often follow the vessel. Our friendly staff provide informative commentary and point out highlights.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 95 people
People per booking: 1–10
Operated by: RealNZ

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Live commentary on board (weather and staff dependant)
Included: Luggage allowance: two checked bags plus one small carry-on per person

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

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Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure. Luggage should be placed in the luggage bins for transport on Ferry.
Please check in 30 minutes prior to departure. Luggage should be placed in the luggage bins for transport on Ferry. Parking is available near terminal, please purchase parking ticket from check in desk on arrival.

End point

Using your ticket

Please check in 30-minutes prior to departure

Ferry departures:

8am - 26 Dec – 07 Jan
9:45am -All Year
11am - 01 Oct – 30 Apr
1:30pm - 01 Dec - 31 Mar
4:30pm - 01 May – 30 Sep
5:15pm - 01 Oct – 30 Apr

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The limit is a maximum of two small carry-on pieces of luggage per person. Other luggage is moved in freight boxes, and must be checked in 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
Parking is available at Bluff Visitor Terminal for an additional cost

Options

Bluff to Stewart Island

Route: Bluff to Stewart Island: Multiple ferry times. Duration of journey is 1 hour. Arrive into Oban, Stewart Island.

Starting point:

Ferry Terminal, 13 Foreshore Road, Bluff 9814, New Zealand
Stewart Island to Bluff

Route: Stewart Island to Bluff