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FERRY TRIPS

6 Best Auckland Ferries

The crossings worth booking.

The 6 most popular auckland ferries. We break down the sailings worth booking - the crossing time, the fare, who runs the boat and what the trip is actually like once you are aboard.

6 Best Auckland Ferries

Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets - Price and Value: What You Really Pay for at $59
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Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

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1.Waiheke Island: Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Tickets

Auckland ferry to Waiheke plus hop-on hop-off buses with 16 stops for vineyards, beaches, villages, and self-paced island exploring.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Fun and easy way to see Waiheke without the expense of a private tour. Stop off as much as you like, do a few wine tastings (we just walked in-no reservations) and see the sights. Note we did make a reservation for lunch at The Heke which we also highly recommend!”

3,311 reviews1 dayFrom $59by Fullers Group

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Auckland: Tiritiri Matangi Island Ferry - Timing from Auckland vs Gulf Harbour (and why it matters)
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Auckland: Tiritiri Matangi Island Ferry

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2.Auckland: Tiritiri Matangi Island Ferry

Cruise the Hauraki Gulf to Tiritiri Matangi, explore native bird tracks, visit NZ’s oldest working lighthouse, and snorkel quiet beaches.

★ 4.7

“Absolutely couldn’t have asked for more. Our guide Tina was the best and was so friendly. Just loved the whole experience. We managed to see all species of birds bar one which was the Takahe. One of the highlights was seeing a big Tuatara which really made our day and the big Punga Weta also…”

133 reviews5 - 9 hoursFrom $65by Explore Group New Zealand

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Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry - On the island: how the tractor-pulled tram improves your volcano time
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Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry

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3.Auckland to Rangitoto Island Ferry

Ride a Fullers360 ferry from Auckland to Rangitoto for volcano views, a guided tractor tram, and an optional summit hike. No island shops.

★ 4.0

“the combo of a ferry ride & then a guided shuttle type tram around the island made for a very enjoyable scenic afternoon.”

109 reviewsFrom $37.23by Fullers360

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Auckland: Man O' War Vineyard Ferry (Waiheke Island) - Timing That Actually Works: Picking the Right Departure
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Auckland: Man O’ War Vineyard Ferry (Waiheke Island)

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4.Auckland: Man O’ War Vineyard Ferry (Waiheke Island)

Auckland to Man O' War, Waiheke: 7–8 hours with a bay swim, wine tastings, lawn time, and scenic Hauraki Gulf cruise.

★ 4.3

“We had an excellent day celebrating our 52nd wedding anniversary. Everything about the day was done professionally and instructions were clear and the boat ride very comfortable and Island was amazing. Food very good and we loved the beer and wine. Would recommend this trip for an awesome day out.”

10 reviews7 - 8 hoursFrom $65by Explore Group New Zealand

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Waiheke Reserve Ferry Service to Waiheke Island - The sailing times that shape your whole day
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Waiheke Reserve Ferry Service to Waiheke Island

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5.Waiheke Reserve Ferry Service to Waiheke Island

Pre-book a reserved seat on the Waiheke Reserve ferry for a direct 40-minute ride from Auckland. Simple timing, friendly crew, easy day.

★ 4.5

“We visited three Beautiful Lovely Wineries with wine tastings at each. We also stopped to have lunch at a fourth winery with no tastings and the lunch was very tasty! The views of the wineries were absolutely spectacular!”

9 reviewsFrom $35.99by Fullers360

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Rotoroa Island Ferry - from Auckland - Rotoroa Island’s Predator-Free Story (and What to Expect)
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Rotoroa Island Ferry – from Auckland

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6.Rotoroa Island Ferry – from Auckland

Cruise Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf to Rotoroa Island, a predator-free sanctuary with native birds, beaches, snorkeling, and a museum stop.

★ 5.0

“What a lovely day trip of peace and quiet. Away from everyone. Ferry ride was fun -- up top was windy and cold but worth the views. While on the island you hike and run around. I ventured and only saw two people from the tour our wholRead more”

8 reviewsFrom $68.26by Explore Group Limited

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