FERRY TRIPS
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.
Auckland ferry to Waiheke plus hop-on hop-off buses with 16 stops for vineyards, beaches, villages, and self-paced island exploring.
Most Popular“a great trip which we thoroughly enjoyed. very easy to catch the ferry and the hop on hop off bus was great and easy to catch so we could see all the sights. all in all a great day out.”
Cruise the Hauraki Gulf to Tiritiri Matangi, explore native bird tracks, visit NZ’s oldest working lighthouse, and snorkel quiet beaches.
“Excellent Stunning island and bird life and so close to Gulf Harbour!”
Ride a Fullers360 ferry from Auckland to Rangitoto for volcano views, a guided tractor tram, and an optional summit hike. No island shops.
“Was amazing, tour guide was very informative and helpful. Was a great way to see the top with a family.”
Auckland to Man O' War, Waiheke: 7–8 hours with a bay swim, wine tastings, lawn time, and scenic Hauraki Gulf cruise.
“The service itself was fine, but there was a bit rowdy group which made it impossible to hear anything any of the information.”
Pre-book a reserved seat on the Waiheke Reserve ferry for a direct 40-minute ride from Auckland. Simple timing, friendly crew, easy day.
“Staff was very friendly. A couple of them came up to each passenger and introduced themselves and asked if they needed anything during the trip to reach out to them.”
Cruise Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf to Rotoroa Island, a predator-free sanctuary with native birds, beaches, snorkeling, and a museum stop.
“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”
From the Aegean to the Andaman, here is every crossing on the site.
