If you want to book for either march or april, dont miss out book now. Bookme is the home of the epic deals and last minute discounts on all holiday. Hi k u, fullers ferries to waiheke depart from pier 2 at the ferry building, downtown on quay street. Sealink runs car ferries to kennedy point, mainly from half moon bay east auckland. And the lady advised that there is no need to book the ferry tickets. Great barrier island road trips tramping, fishing, surfing, stargazing be prepared and pack more into your island adventure when you take your car. Waiheke is an island suburb of auckland and is the second largest island in the hauraki gulf and only 35 minutes from auckland by ferry. Its easy to get there by ferry from auckland, as well as charter airplane or helicopter. Apr 24, 2014 impressions of the sealink ferry service between kennedy point on waiheke island and half moon bay in east auckland, new zealand. The island was voted 5th in the best regions to visit in 2016 by travel guide lonely planet and its easy to see why. The auckland waiheke ferry route connects new zealand with waiheke island and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The experience tour waiheke, ziplines, native forest explore. A collection of our most frequently asked questions.
With around 48 ferries going to waiheke island daily, there. Theres a reason waiheke island was named one of the worlds top 10 regions to visit for 2016 in lonely planets best in travel guide. Tramping, fishing, surfing, stargazing be prepared and pack more into your island adventure when you take your car. Would not suggest anyone using a low profile car tho any 4wd cars would be ok. Together we provide ferry commuter services and tourism experiences to locals and visitors. Auckland to waiheke island return tickets do not include a stopover at devonport. Fullers and 360 discovery cruises combine to form the largest public transport ferry operator in new zealand, operating in new zealands largest transport market, auckland. Explore waiheke island like never before on a mountain bike or ebike.
With the largest fleet of vessels, fullers are the leading provider in ferry travel to waiheke island and other destinations in the hauraki gulf. The largest resident communities are mainly on the northern and southern coasts. I cant remember which one we stopped at, but heres a list of the vineyards open for wine tasting on waiheke island. Just a short and comfortable journey from the hustle and bustle of auckland is waiheke island the jewel of the hauraki gulf and a haven of beautiful beaches, vineyards and breathtaking scenery. After being picked up at the ferry terminal, enjoy a waiheke highlights tour the island lonely planet named the playground of the gods. There are 3 ferry routes operating between new zealand and waiheke island offering you combined total of 43 sailings per day. Waiheke island to coromandel peninsula one way to travel. It is a 10minute drive from waiheke island ferry terminal. Get 10 fullers360 coupon codes and promo codes at couponbirds. Waiheke island to tauranga 5 ways to travel via ferry, bus.
Passenger ferries to waiheke island, and all information about waiheke, a complete guide. Return to auckland city in comfort and style with explore, on their black and yellow power cats. Your local tour driver will meet the ferry at matiatia wharf, sharing the island s unique story on the scenic drive. I logged on to the fullers ferry website and noticed that even for the booking system, it merely books the tickets for the day without any requirement for timings. You need to be fit to be able to walk up and down the hills, so a taxi to take your luggage to your.
Fullers ferries provides fast transport from the downtown auckland ferry terminal 35 minutes, and sealink has car ferries from half moon bay and wynyard quarter in auckland 45 minutes. We went to an award winning olive oil mill and 2 vineyards. Experience new zealands premier native forest zipline tour, with eco adevntures on the beautiful waiheke island. Get 60 bookme coupon codes and promo codes at couponbirds.
The ferry runs at least every two hours and takes 45 minutes booking essential. Join around waiheke tours for a great value morning or afternoon tour exploring the spectacular coastal scenery and award winning wineries synonymous with the unique destination. Book and stay for a minimum of 2 nights and receive a. The local buses are linked to the ferry arrivals but can get very busy do check the time tables. A stunning 40minute ferry ride from the hustle of downtown auckland surrounded by stunning coastlines and pristine beaches indulge in. Once arriving at ecozip hq located high on a hill with spectacular. Compare ferries from new zealand to waiheke island. Take a bus or walk to your winery of choice as a celebration when finished. Ecozip experience ecozip adventures waiheke island youtube. They provide an hourly service at least in the daytime, but may run more over summer since explore group stopped its ferry service in may this year. Sealink return ferry to waiheke island including car depart half moon bay. Yes the waiheke explorer tour operates daily from auckland however it has changed recently to include a hop on hop off bus on the island. Waiheke island wine tours for your day trip to paradise. Wondering if the ferry schedule from auckland, fullers, changes during different times of the year.
Experience the finest new zealand wines and cuisine, unwind, relax and soak up the spectacular coastal views. I want to pull in a day trip to waiheke island that day as i think it looks reasonable to get to auckland ferry terminal by about 10. There are frequent passenger ferries to waiheke island from aucklands ferry building to matiatia wharf on the hour from 9am to 5pm some via devonport. Waiheke ferry, compare prices, times and book tickets. One of our most popular destinations, waiheke island was recently rated one of the top island escapes in the world. Car ferry timetables from auckland city to waiheke sealink.
Flexible hopon, hopoff bus tour included with return ferry ticket. By ferry many ferries run between auckland and waiheke island every day. Ferries to waiheke island compare ferry routes and prices. Bookme is the home of the epic deals and last minute discounts on all holiday adventures. Find all the transport options for your trip from waiheke island to coromandel peninsula right here. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner. Auckland to waiheke island fast ferry explore bookme. Smart motion hypersonic mountain bike full day hire. If you refer a friend to us and they become a client of waiheke escapes, we would like to say thank you. Luxury accommodation at te whau point now less 10%. Approximately 10 minutes longer than other sailings. Sealink return ferry to waiheke island including car depart wynyard quarter. Fullers operate regular sailings to waiheke island from downtown auckland and devonport wharf. Waiheke island produces some of new zealands finest red wines which thrive in the hot, dry summers and stony soils.
Getting to waiheke island is easy, with a quick 40minute ferry ride from downtown auckland. A stunning 40minute ferry ride from the hustle of downtown auckland surrounded by stunning coastlines and pristine beaches indulge in local cuisine, award winning wineries and boutique shopping explore a range of walking tracks get adventurous with ziplining, horse riding, and even jet skis onetangi beach apartments are located next to the beautiful white sands of onetangi beach waiheke island motel is within an easy 10 minute drive of the islands most beautiful beaches. Check the internet as they may have specials if you buy return. Discover lazy days, vineyards, olive groves and beautiful beaches all just a 40minute ferry ride away. Bonus all day local bus pass if you have more time to spend on the island, enjoy a. Mar 12, 2020 had a pleasant trip by ferry with our car to waiheke island. For additional child tickets please add discount code familyaddon to receive a 10% discount off each additional child fare added to a family booking.
Waiheke island is the most populated island in the hauraki gulf, and is located about 12 miles 20 kms from downtown auckland. The island has safe swimming beaches and wonderful walks with breathtaking views of the gulf. If you disembark the vessel at devonport, an additional fare will apply for travel back to auckland. Check out sailing times to waiheke and find the ferry fare thats right for you. Waiheke island to auckland one way adult ferry ticket. If youre travelling with a rental car and can show your rental car agreement at checkin, we have a special fare. Book your car ferry online booking information sealink. Ferry service to waiheke island quick pdf view of the current waiheke ferry timetable right here updated 26 march 2020 for the covid19 response. Book online now for waiheke island or great barrier island to secure your space. Sealink return ferry to waiheke island including car.
Check out sailing times and find the fare thats right for you. Click to enjoy the latest deals and coupons of bookme and save up to 90% when making purchase at checkout. The guest rooms have kitchen facilities including a stove, a microwave and a fridge. Embark on a journey of discovery on waiheke island, just 30 minutes from downtown auckland, with the 3hour ecozip experience.
Return ferry journey to waiheke from auckland ferry terminal in downtown and return if this option is selected waiheke island explorer hop on hop off bus is the best way to get around waiheke combines your ferry travel as well as bus transportation around the waiheke island. Get a taste of aucklands island of wine in the hauraki gulf. Get ready to discover waiheke island, the jewel of the hauraki gulf on a short. Waiheke fast ferry from waiheke island to auckland city downtown. The journey will take you through the hauraki gulf, sailing past all the other islands in the harbour and finally landing on the pristine shores of waiheke. Fullers360 waiheke island ferry transport in auckland.
Transportation from auckland to waiheke island new. The fullers ferry service runs up to 24 times per day with a sailing duration of around 40 minutes while the sealink nz service runs up to 3 times per day with a duration from 1 hr 20 min. Waiheke is the second largest island in the hauraki gulf, approximately 17 kilometres east of auckland, new zealand. Little barrier experience island cruise gulf eco adventures. Waiheke island ferry parking auckland central forum.
Our tours are small and highly personalised featuring full commentary, jawdropping scenery and wine tastings at three of the islands top vineyards a fun and informative day of views, vines and wines. Getting to waiheke island, hauraki gulf, new zealand. Follow the wellsigned hiking trail andor grab a free map at the visitors center at the ferry dropoff. Waiheke unlimited want you to have the best island experience during your stay,browse through our current specials below and make the most of your island getaway. A stunning 40minute ferry ride from the hustle of downtown auckland surrounded by stunning coastlines and pristine beaches indulge in local cuisine, award winning wineries and boutique shopping explore a range of walking tracks get adventurous with ziplining, horse riding, and even jet skis onetangi beach apartments are located next to the beautiful white sands of onetangi beach waiheke island motel is within an easy 10 minute drive of the islands.
We had to go to catch the ferry to waiheke island and start our full day gourmet food and wine tour which was prepaid and arranged by southern world. Waiheke island boasts 92 square kilometres of pristine beaches, stunning coastal headlands, vineyards, olive groves and seaside villages and is approximately a 40minute cruise from downtown auckland. Waiheke island auckland central 2020 all you need to. There are 5 ways to get from waiheke island to tauranga by ferry, bus or plane. A stunning 40minute ferry ride from the hustle of downtown auckland surrounded by stunning coastlines and pristine beaches indulge in local cuisine, award winning wineries and boutique shopping explore a range of walking tracks get adventurous with ziplining, horse riding, and even jet skis onetangi beach apartments are located next to the. Waiheke island known as the island of wine for its many wineries and vineyards is just a 35minute ferry ride from downtown auckland. The most popular and the most accessible route for waiheke island is the ferry from auckland to stewart island, which has over 35 sailings a day, and there are also 2 other ports that you can go to in order to get the ferry to stewart island. Auckland to waiheke ferry tickets, compare times and prices.
With a selection of up to 50 sailings daily, the port of waiheke connects waiheke island with new zealand. Rent a pure electric escooter and discover the beauty of waiheke island on your own terms. Bookings are essential and valid for travel on date indicated on ticket. If you arent taking a vehicle over to the island, this is a convenient service. Things to see and do in waiheke island, new zealand. Sep 30, 2014 the weekend service is expected to run from waiheke to downtown auckland every halfpastthehour from 8. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. After exploring stunning waiheke island return to the city of sails auckland. Drive aboard sealinks comfortable ferries and enjoy the benefits of the drive on and drive off service that will help you make the most out of your time on beautiful waiheke island. Waiheke island to auckland downtown explore fast ferry x epic.
It might be a dumb question but which is better of fullers or sealink to get to waiheke island. Discounted senior fares for passenger and vehicle ferries to waiheke island. Funny though is they required us to reverse our car on the ferry and the joint between the main ramp and the ferry ramp was very steep. Create your bookme account today and start keeping track of your bookings and favourite deals. We will pick you up from either ferry or from your island accommodation. Our indulgence packages are the definitive luxury escape for two. Waiheke island auckland central 2020 all you need to know. I prefer the option of the fullers explorer bus rather than taking the hire car over but what about parking for the ferry terminal. View the listings below to help you on your journey to paradise. Pamper yourself in the elegance of delamore lodge, an exclusive boutique resort located on waiheke island, the jewel of aucklands stunning hauraki gulf. Yellabrick, your friends may be getting confused with the fact the sealink also offer a car ferry service to great barrier island as well as waiheke island but not on the same route, separate voyages. Waiheke is a haven of beautiful vineyards, olive groves and beaches, all just a 40minute ferry ride from downtown auckland. Get ready to discover waiheke island, the jewel of the hauraki gulf on a short and comfortable drive on drive off ferry journey from the city with sealink.
Waiheke island to auckland downtown fast ferry bookme. Within minutes you will catch your breath as the first panorama opens up before you and youll know youve made a great choice. Click to enjoy the latest deals and coupons of fullers360 and save up to 50% when making purchase at checkout. Boats depart the auckland ferry terminal at 10am, 11am and 12pm and you can stay on the island as long as you want as there is a new hop on, hop off service which operates hourly to and from waiheke island. Based in waiheke island, waiheke escapes has the perfect waiheke island holiday accommodation homes for you. The 10 best hotel deals in waiheke island may 2020. Waiheke island is full of hidden treasures and unexpected delights, perfect for your next island road trip. Sealink return ferry to waiheke island depart half moon bay. Waiheke island beach, wine, things to do fullers360. Waiheke island lies in the hauraki gulf, miles 21.
Hi, ive already booked a wine tour with anandas on waiheke island. Rome2rio makes travelling from waiheke island to coromandel peninsula easy. Fullers taste of waiheke tour formerly the waiheke island vineyard tour, tastings at 3 vineyards and a light lunch. Book great waiheke island deals for auckland waiheke island warkworth and get awesome discounts now with bookme. Make sure you arrive at least 5 minutes before ferry departs, especially from waiheke, as it left a few minutes early, and several frustrated passengers were left on the dockside. For bookings to rakino island you will need to call our customer service team on 09 300 5900 or 0800 sealink 0800 732 546.