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Ferries and Water Taxis

New Zealand has a wide range of ferries and water taxis to suit all budgets and requirements. Select Web site listings for ferries and water taxi transport in New Zealand from the list below or search by region.

 

  • 360 DISCOVERY - Auckland

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    360 Discovery occupies an enviable position in the Auckland tourism market as a reputable and reliable provider of gulf-based experiences in a city where the harbour is a domestic and off-shore tourism mainstay. 360 Discovery's services are operated by a fleet of well-maintained modern high-speed catamarans, tastefully appointed and able to cater for up to 160 guests per sailing...(more)

  • ABEL TASMAN AQUA TAXIS - Nelson/Abel Tasman National Park

    Welcome to Aqua Taxi, providing a water taxi experience with the scenic diversity of one of New Zealand's most exotic stretches of coastline. Our aqua taxis travel all year round en route to the glistening beaches of the Abel Tasman and the splendid Awaroa Lodge and Café...(more)

  • ABEL TASMAN SEA SHUTTLES - Abel Tasman National Park

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    Come to the stunning Abel Tasman National Park in comfort and safety with experienced skippers. Seven-day-a-week service. All trips offer viewing stops and commentaries about the unique Abel Tasman National Park features. See wildlife, golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, lush native bush and rivers...(more)

  • ARROW WATER TAXIS - Picton

    Water Taxi service for the Marlborough Sounds. Seven day on demand water transport service for bikers, hikers, bach owners, holidaymakers etc. We can take you anywhere in the Queen Charlotte Sounds and Tory Channel. We don't have schedule runs or timetables, therefore we can tailor your departure and pick up times to suit your itinerary...(more)

  • BLUEBRIDGE COOK STRAIT FERRY - Wellington/Picton

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    100% New Zealand owned and operated. Sailing twice daily between central Wellington and Picton (and back) the Bluebridge experience includes world class service, cafe style food, stunning scenery, comfortable lounge areas and free movies. Year round flat rates...(more)

  • ENDEAVOUR EXPRESS - Marlborough Sounds

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    We are one of the main water transport operators serving the outer Queen Charlotte Sound and fabulous Queen Charlotte Track. Our fast, friendly and reliable service has been operating for many years. All of our boat skippers are people who will be only too pleased to share their knowledge of the Sounds and its folklore with you...(more)

  • FERRY TICKETS ONLINE

    Book your Interislander and Lynx ferry tickets online at www.ferrytickets.co.nz or call Central Reservations. From within New Zealand freephone 0800-500-660, From Australia freephone 1-800-121-029, and from all other countries call +64-3-379-1451. Also booking agents for all Tranz Alpine train services. Voted one of the World's Top 6 unique train experiences...(more)

  • FULLERS AUCKLAND - Auckland Harbour

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    Explore Auckland Harbour and the beautiful Hauraki Gulf with Fullers. Our ferries will take you to Waiheke Island, Rangitoto Island and Devonport or you can enjoy our one and a half hour Auckland Harbour Cruise. Wine tasting and guided island tours are available and include ferry travel...(more)

  • INTERISLANDER - Picton - Wellington - Picton

    A 92-kilometre journey described as "one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world". Offers a wide choice of sailings and is the only Cook Strait ferry service endorsed by Qualmark. Walk on or take your vehicle. Stroll on the decks, enjoy a meal, a drink, or catch the latest movie releases. Book direct by clicking on our name...(more)

  • ISLAND SHUTTLE & DIVE - Paihia, Bay of Islands

    We offer wreck and reef diving in the Bay of Islands. Consistently good diving conditions. Small groups—maximum five. Guided adventure diving. Suitable for qualified divers. Delicious lunch. Feed the fish. We also support walkers wanting to do the Cape Brett walkway, Roberton Island or many of the other island walks...(more)

  • STEWART ISLAND WATER TAXI & ECO GUIDING - Stewart Island

    Discover and explore our beautiful island's natural history with Stewart Island's original Water Taxi. We are the only Qualmark endorsed water taxi on Stewart Island. Scheduled daily departures to Ulva Island and tramping destinations, backpacker transport and kayak retrieval, guided nature walks...(more)

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