Stewart Island Ferry Tickets
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What's included
Cancellation & changes
Free cancellation
Tickets can be cancelled up to 72 hours before the booking date. Rescheduling is available.
Your Stewart Island Ferry Experience
Embark on a memorable journey as you cruise across Foveaux Strait on the Stewart Island Ferry. Revel in the breathtaking coastal vistas, chance encounters with diverse wildlife, and intriguing insights into the local history that paint a vivid picture of Stewart Island’s secluded allure and rich maritime legacy.
Commencing Your Adventure
Commence your expedition by checking in at the Stewart Island Experience Visitor Terminal located at 21 Foreshore Road, Bluff, before stepping aboard the swift express catamaran. Depart from this picturesque coastal hub for an enchanting one-hour voyage traversing Foveaux Strait.
Anticipated Highlights
Picturesque Ferry Voyage: Sail across Foveaux Strait on a sleek express catamaran, unveiling the scenic beauty that separates Stewart Island from the South Island.
Wildlife Encounters & Avian Wonders: Keep a keen lookout for wildlife sightings, from majestic mollymawks (a species of albatross) to seabirds gracefully trailing the ferry’s wake.
Engaging Narration & Noteworthy Landmarks: Immerse yourself in live commentary detailing iconic sites such as Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, the Titi Islands, and Stewart Island’s highest peak, Mount Anglem.
Leisure & Refreshments: Unwind with a complimentary cup of tea or coffee while absorbing the rugged coastal panoramas of Stewart Island and the vast expanse of the Southern Ocean.
Concluding Your Excursion
Disembark at Oban, the sole town on Stewart Island, where you can delve into the wonders of Rakiura National Park, spot indigenous kiwi birds, or bask in the island’s tranquil ambiance. After your exploration, you can opt for the return ferry journey back to Bluff.
FAQs & details
Stewart Island Ferry overview
Your Stewart Island Ferry Experience Embark on a memorable journey as you cruise across Foveaux Strait on the Stewart Island Ferry.
Quick facts
- Instant confirmation is enabled for this product.
- Mobile ticket support is enabled where the selected option allows it.
- The product type is listed as Tour.
- Duration is listed as 3600000.
- Cached AED pricing is from AED 26101, before the final date and guest selection is confirmed. The lowest cached option is currently linked to One-Way Ferry Transfer from Bluff to Stewart Island.
- Live storefront pricing should still be reviewed at checkout because inventory, package rules, and guest categories can change.
- This product is marked cancellable up to 1440 hours before the experience, subject to the final terms shown at checkout.
- Rescheduling is marked available up to 1440 hours before the experience, subject to the final ticket rules.
- Ticket validity is listed as Not Extendable; check the selected option for exact validity before payment.
- Product descriptor: Free Cancellation.
- Product descriptor: Book now, pay later.
- Product descriptor: Transfers included.
Your Experience
Experience highlights
- Embark on a leisurely one-hour ferry ride to Stewart Island, offering stunning coastal vistas, engaging live commentary, and a steaming cup of tea or coffee.
- Witness magnificent seabirds like mollymawks (albatross) and titi (muttonbirds) gracefully gliding alongside the ferry during your journey.
- Immerse yourself in the rich history of the area as you pass by iconic landmarks such as Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, the Titi Islands, and Mount Anglem.
- Indulge in a serene and picturesque voyage with complimentary tea and coffee service onboard, setting the perfect tone for the beginning or conclusion of your Stewart Island exploration.
- Fun Fact: In 1770, Captain James Cook, upon his initial encounter with the island, mistakenly identified Stewart Island as Banks Peninsula of the South Island.
Experience style
- Product descriptor: Free Cancellation.
- Product descriptor: Book now, pay later.
- Product descriptor: Transfers included.
Helpful booking signals
- Instant confirmation is enabled for this product.
- Mobile ticket support is enabled where the selected option allows it.
- The product type is listed as Tour.
- Duration is listed as 3600000.
Ticket options for Stewart Island Ferry
Available options
- Option available in the product record: One-Way Ferry Transfer from Stewart Island to Bluff.
- Option available in the product record: One-Way Ferry Transfer from Bluff to Stewart Island.
Option notes
- - **Quick, one-way ferry with wildlife spotting** - Round-trip ferry transfer from Bluff - Live commentary - Complimentary coffee or tea
- - **One-way express ferry to Stewart Island’s wild beauty** - One-way ferry transfer to Stewart Island - Live commentary - Complimentary coffee or tea
Price guidance
- Cached AED pricing is from AED 26101, before the final date and guest selection is confirmed. The lowest cached option is currently linked to One-Way Ferry Transfer from Bluff to Stewart Island.
- Live storefront pricing should still be reviewed at checkout because inventory, package rules, and guest categories can change.
Know Before You Go
Ticket delivery and entry
- Your e-voucher will be sent to you immediately upon booking.
- We recommend arriving at the departure point 15 minutes prior to your ferry's departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process.
- Present your e-voucher on your smartphone along with a valid photo ID when you reach the departure point.
- Refer to your final e-voucher for precise details on the departure point and any specific guidelines.
Booking signals
- Instant confirmation is enabled for this product.
- Mobile ticket support is enabled where the selected option allows it.
- The product type is listed as Tour.
- Duration is listed as 3600000.
Stewart Island Ferry FAQs
What is Stewart Island Ferry?
Your Stewart Island Ferry Experience Embark on a memorable journey as you cruise across Foveaux Strait on the Stewart Island Ferry.
What is included with Stewart Island Ferry?
Stress-free ferry transfer to Stewart Island or Bluff Engaging live commentary during journey Enjoy complimentary coffee or tea
Does Stewart Island Ferry offer instant confirmation?
Yes, this product is marked for instant confirmation in the product record, subject to the selected option and payment completion.
Can I change or cancel Stewart Island Ferry?
This product is marked cancellable up to 1440 hours before the experience, subject to the final terms shown at checkout. Rescheduling is marked available up to 1440 hours before the experience, subject to the final ticket rules.
More product answers
- Don't forget to bring sunscreen, a camera, water, sunglasses, a hat, insect repellent, and a waterproof jacket for your excursion.
- Remember to pack your motion sickness remedies in case they are not available on-site.
- Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and any additional items not included in the ticket price.
- This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Each guest is allowed to carry two bags and one small carry-on bag.
- The one-way ferry journey takes approximately 1 hour.
- The ferry schedule from Bluff to Stewart Island includes departures at 9:45am, 1:45pm, 4:30pm, and 5:15pm. The return ferry from Stewart Island to Bluff departs at 8am, 12:15pm, 3pm, and 3:30pm.
Where you'll go
Stewart Island
Stewart Island, New Zealand
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Ticket details
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Your e-voucher will be sent to you immediately upon booking.
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We recommend arriving at the departure point 15 minutes prior to your ferry's departure time to ensure a smooth boarding process.
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Present your e-voucher on your smartphone along with a valid photo ID when you reach the departure point.
Departure Point Information
- Refer to your final e-voucher for precise details on the departure point and any specific guidelines.







