Stewart Island: Ferry Service Between Bluff & Stewart Island
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About This Experience
The one-hour catamaran across Foveaux Strait between Bluff and Oban, sailing daily all year, with commentary, tea and coffee, wheelchair access and two bags per person.
The sections below quote the operator's own listing. Where it says "we" or "us", that is the operator, so send questions such as dietary needs to them through your booking.
In the Operator's Own Words
- Take a comfortable and scenic one-hour ferry any time of the year
- Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee on board
- Look out for wildlife, particularly sea birds, such as Mollymawks and Titis, which often follow the vessel
- Listen to comprehensive commentaries that provide information on interesting landmarks commonly seen
- See Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, the Titi Islands and Mount Anglem - Stewart Island’s highest point
What's Included
- ✓ Complimentary tea and coffee on board
- ✓ Two carry-on bags per person
- ✓ Wheelchair access
- ✓ Commentary
Not Included
- Fees for additional baggage (by prior arrangement)
- Parking fees (parking available at Bluff Visitor Terminal)
Good to Know
- You can bring a maximum of two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on) for free on the ferry
- If you have additional baggage, please make arrangements with the company in advance. This service is not available on all ferry departures, due to the size of the vessel and the limited cargo space available
- Vehicle parking at Bluff Visitor Terminal is available for an extra charge
- Parking is available for cars, boat trailers, coaches, camper vans, motorcycles and bicycles
- This is an airport-style parking facility, so you collect a ticket on entry and pay when you leave
