FERRY TRIPS
The crossings worth booking.
The 15 most popular fast ferries & high-speed crossings. 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.
A quick, scenic high-speed catamaran between Boston and Salem with skyline views, onboard snacks, and top stops within walking distance.
Most Popular“Quick direct way to get from Boston to Salem. Pretty views and they point out the sites around both areas”
High-speed round trip ferry from Seattle to Victoria with roomy seats, onboard café and duty-free, and fast access to downtown Inner Harbour.
“I loved this ship to Victoria and I’d totally do it again in the future when I’m back to visiting Seattle. 5-6 hours isn’t enough time to see everything there in a day, so if time allows, stay overnight! I’d take this ride even if I couldn’t get off the ship just to see the…”
Crete to Santorini by fast ferry with guided bus touring Oia and Fira, plus free time for photos, shops, and food in one long day.
“Excellent overall, but it could have had more time to spend in the cities because it was very crowded and it took a long time to see the places and take pictures and hardly any time to take a break or shop”
Boston to Provincetown by high-speed catamaran in about 90 minutes, with onboard concierge help, skyline views, and an easy Cape getaway.
“I can't imagine any other way to travel to the tip end of the cape. The boat was air conditioned with snacks, drinks, Cocktails. The concierge was kind and answered all my questions as a 1st timer to PTown”
Speedy roundtrip ferry to Rottnest Island from Hillarys Boat Harbour for an independent, car-free day with beaches, quokkas, and lighthouse views.
“Crew member very friendly and helpful, the bus drivers were also nice. The island is wonderful to visit”
Fast ferry from Hillarys plus bike hire for a self-guided Rottnest Island day, with time to chase beaches, quokkas, and Wadjemup Lighthouse.
“I was happy with hotel pick up/drop off which was organised by the tour. It was nice that bike deposit could be taken by cash or card. I am truly happy to take a bike because it gave me lots of freedom. It takes time to go around island and it is not flat. Couple…”
Cat Cocos fast ferry from Mahé to Praslin in about an hour, with flexible departures, deck or business seating, and ocean views.
“With the tickets obtained here one still must approach the Cat Cocos office and wait in line to get their boarding pass. Don’t arrive to jetty peer at the last minute thinking you are all set to depart with the electronic tickets.”
Speedboat to Comino’s Blue Lagoon from St Julian’s with 5 hours on the beach, included Comino caves, shared transfers, English crews.
“Wonderful tour, nice guide that provided very interesting info about the area, we entered the caves, and had plenty of time to enjoy Blue Lagoon before the big summer crowds arrived. Guide was courteous and punctual, the group was nice and cheerful too, we had a great time! Book it!”
One-way high-speed ferry from Seattle to Victoria (about 3 hours). FRS Clipper docks downtown, with duty-free shopping and food aboard.
“Very good, The Boat slides smooth in the water!!! No sea sick!! The breakfast is good but expensive!”
One-way high-speed ferry from Victoria to downtown Seattle with comfortable seating, duty-free shopping, and about 3 hours on the water.
“Nice trip, friendly staff. Clean boat, nice food selection, relaxing way to travel when life is so hectic”
Fast ferry from Ibiza plus an electric bike for a full day in Formentera, with a bike lock and support for Posidonia oceanica.
“una mica confos a l'arribar al port per sàpiguer " on anar" ( proveedor) tracte molt correcte....bicis molt bé! si es milloren les indicacions al' arribada ( baixa temporada) SEGUR que recomano 100% Gràcies”
Quick, scenic catamaran from Praslin to La Digue in about 15 minutes. Pre-book tickets, clear luggage rules, and plenty of daily departures.
“Pünktliche Abfahrt, problemlose Fahrt, professionelles Personal, keinerlei Probleme an Bord. Was will man mehr?”
Cat Cocos fast ferry from Mahe to La Digue. Prebooked transfers, a Praslin stop, clear baggage limits, and advice for choppy seas.
“The most memorable part of our experience was finding out. There were no refreshments, as promised, in business lounge class. Please quit your false advertising. Plus, checking in was a nightmare. The QR codes don’t matter, they want a paper ticket.”
Fast, reliable Cat Cocos ferry linking La Digue and Mahe, often via Praslin. Plan baggage, timing, and seats for a smoother ride.
“The information was tharvwereno Change of ferry on praslin, but there were, including transfer all the luggage from One to another. As consequence, isnarrived 30 minutes late to the final destination, Mahé”
Phuket to Krabi island-hopping by ferry and speedboat to Koh Poda, Chicken Island, and Tup Island with lunch, fruit, and pickup.
“Very professional, safety conscious and fun crew. The islands that we visited were beautiful, definitely a must for nature lovers. Lunch on the island was delicious. Really a fun and relaxing trip.”
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