Learn more about construction. A little rough but added to the ride. Okt. The nearest bank is located at Invercargill. madryn, Otago, New Zealand via TripAdvisor. Cancel free on most hotels. Home. The captain of the vessel was able to provide a commentary and points of interest to us as we travelled over. An 'interesting' trip to Oban-wind and waves but we were all well looked after by the crew!! I left my camera behind and got it back on the next trip - this probably wouldn't have happened in the US!! We carry passengers (and pets), freight, kayaks, bicycles, ATVs, motorcycles, appliances, construction materials, and more. We had excellent conditions, calm waters way out to Stewart Island but the journey back was quite rough. Stewart Island Ferry services offer scheduled daily departures on board our express catamarans between Bluff and Stewart Island (all year). It is available in a number of different forms - from tablets, powder and capsules, which are sold at pharmacies and supermarkets. Shoes/boots (non-slip), warm clothing/jacket, sunscreen/sunglasses and camera. Thereafter $10 per 24 hours or part thereof. Stewart Island is perfect for a day excursion. There are a huge range of activities available on Stewart Island, from kayaking, fishing trips, golf, walking tracks and more. The passenger terminal is much smaller, and the entrance for drive-on customers is located south of the main dock. Stewart Island Experience operate the daily ferry departures between Bluff on New Zealand’s South Island and Oban on Stewart Island with their express catamarans. Lesen Sie, was andere Reisende auf TripAdvisor über Neuseeland sagen. Try turning off private browsing or incognito mode to continue. If yo have not been on a modern catamaran boat (they do go fast), brace yourself - you might be in for a bit of seasickness ... but the sights and views are fantastic: breeding seabirds on the rocks, albatross circling ... the lot. Staff very helpful. Stewart Island is not the place for a shopping spree as there is a very small range of shops - from small gift shops with locally produced items to the general store for groceries and fresh food. I recommend the trip! Browse 14 &Type hotel in Stuart Island and book with price guarantee. With its network of stunning bays, inlets, golden sand beaches and densely forested hills, Stewart Island combines a spectacular mix of breathtaking landscapes. Ridership Stats. Parking is available for cars, campervans, bicycles, motorcycles, boat trailers and coaches. greghJ2308TD, Hobart Australia, via TripAdvisor. Our trip was lovely cruising at 20 knots in a lite sea. The Department of Conservation (DoC) also operates a Visitor Information Centre and can provide more information on walking tracks and activities. Zusätzlich zu oben genannten Fällen nutzen wir weitere Cookies und Analysen, um Ihnen ein besseres Seitenerlebnis zu ermöglichen. Yes, we offer coach transfers between Queenstown, Te Anau, Invercargill and Bluff (extra cost). Staff at both terminals provided excellent service. Ferry Committee. Only one hour from Bluff this is a great way to arrive at the Island. The record holder is Southlander Todd Utteridge, who completed the swim in 8 hours 40 minutes in 1989. The Seattle terminal and ferry dock is currently under major construction until 2023, and could affect your travel plans. Whiritoa43, Auckland, New Zealand via TripAdvisor. Is there car parking at Bluff Ferry Terminal? Beantwortet: 14. For more information refer to our. Everyone working was engaging & super friendly/helpful. The airport is located 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Stuart Island city center. Open to all the questions asked about the crossing. Experience Foveaux Strait on board our express catamarans. Alternatively, you can explore independently in a rental car, motor scooter or bikes or simply relax. Stuart Island, which is nearly three-square-mile island in the San Juan archipelago and has a population of less than 50 permanent residents. Both our journeys to and from Stewart Island is on time. "Quick ferry ride across - can be very rough at times so be aware!! Ferries to Stewart Island Stewart Island is the third largest in New Zealand, lying 30 kilometres south of the mainland’s southernmost tip. Stewart Island is New Zealand's third island (some say it is Australia). At the far Northwest tip of the continental US, lies the little island of Stuart. We took the ferry to Stewart Island. What sort of shopping can I do on Stewart Island? We were lucky to travel over on a fine day, and not much wind. If, by chance, we run into a wet weather situation on those days, we might need to delay our delivery until it is dry. Additional baggage is by prior arrangement, Vehicle parking available at Bluff (extra cost). I know some friends who traveled the day after and had very rough seas. Stewart Island is absolutely worth visiting so this is kind of a must. If you need to be collected or dropped off at Invercargill Airport, please let us know at the time of your booking. Just a 1 hour ride by Stewart Island Ferry from Bluff, Stewart Island is one of New Zealand's largely undiscovered eco-tourism destinations. There are no banks on the island itself and the nearest bank is located at Invercargill. **Please note: Timetable information is indicative and subject to change. Ferry to Invercargill, fly to Reagan Washington • 28h 58m. SUCIA ISLAND FERRY Hop on our boat for a lift to Sucia Island State Park. Gave us a good tip for dinner on the island. Stewart Island Experience offers the ferry service across Foveaux Strait to Stewart Island for passengers onboard comfortable express catamarans. Reisespezialisten, Reisebüros & Reiseveranstalter und Airlines. School holiday periods usually have a special deal where a child travels free with a paying adult, which was great for our group. For more information refer to our Driving Times webpage. Lovely travel on the cat. Sorry. Otherwise a good experience with them! From Queenstown to Bluff by car takes around 3 hrs 5 mins and from Dunedin approximately 3 hrs 30 minutes. Whether you need a water taxi to Stuart Island, Orcas Island, Lopez Island or some remote location in the San Juan Islands, or to Victoria, British Columbia, we can help you. Ferry Schedule. Thanks so much for a lovely experience.Visited April 2017. Fares . Stuart Island is a somewhat isolated northern island in the San Juan Islands. RATZnz, Ashburton, New Zealand via TripAdvisor. It is some 30 km (20 miles) south of the South Island, across the Foreaux Strait. The catamaran was clean, modern and provided a mixture of mostly individual seating with a few tabled booths (snacks can be purchased with free complimentary tea or coffee available from small bar) as well as outdoor seating- first on best seated! Klicken Sie auf unsere Datenschutzerklärung und Cookie-Richtlinien, um zu erfahren, wie Sie Cookies verwalten können. Online transactions/prices are conducted in what currency? In case you haven't found the information you were looking for, we've put together some of the most common questions our customers ask about our trips. Up to two kids (0-18) go free with every full paying adult on selected experiences from 11 Jan - 5 Feb 2021. Vehicle parking cannot be booked in advance. Free tea/coffee & they even help you take it back to your seat. Since the epic swim of John van Leeuwen in 1963 only four others have officially swum Foveaux Strait. This non-ferry serviced island is only accessible by private boat, plane, and water taxi, which means you’ll find plenty of private, quite seclusion in a place where life is more about enjoying nature, such as going boating, swimming, … What I got was a safe ferry operator who was sensible to cancel some sailings in bad weather. FAQ. mollymes, Christchurch, NZ, via TripAdvisor. Vehicle parking is available in Bluff, adjacent to the Bluff Visitor Terminal for self-driving visitors taking the ferry to Stewart Island. Stuart is one of the few medium sized islands that is without ferry service but still has public land. A great way to get to Stewart Island. We were collected directly from Invercargil Airport on arrival and dropped to our hostel in Queenstown at the end. The check in and boarding gates are closed 10 minutes prior to scheduled ferry departure. There is a bar with snacks and soft and alcoholic drinks on board at fair prices. ), MacrobertsonA, Melbourne, Australia via TripAdvisor. Antwort von Real_Journeys, Guest Relations Manager im Stewart Island Ferry - Stewart Island Experience. We're seasoned launch owners from Auckland and used to what the Hauraki Gulf can dish up when it misbehaves. We are committed to providing visitors with a safe and comfortable crossing. Very punctual and luggage loaded and unloaded very efficiently. On a good day you can get great photos of the sea birds soaring over the straight sit back and relax with a wine or tea and coffee.The staff are friendly and helpful. Questions and Reservations Call/Text (360) 299-2875 . We had fairly calm waters but was still a little rough. Booked wrong date and they were very kind and rebooked for right day at no extra cost. It was a little bumpy getting out of Bluff but then really quite straightforward. Loved the bins for the luggage - most efficient. Parking is available for cars, boat trailers, coaches, campervans, motorcycles and bicycles. Project News. Priced higher than any of the MLS listings on Vancouver Island right now is this property on the west side of B.C.’s Stuart Island – and the island doesn’t even have a ferry service.. A little rough for the other of our party that came over the next day but with wonderful staff on board and assistance, all was good. Mit Google übersetzen. Yes, there are many activities you can fit into one day on Stewart Island. Hey time flew and was there before I knew it. AnitaCampari, Zurich, Switzerland via TripAdvisor. Spend a day on Sucia roaming the many beaches, hiking its trails, exploring its caves and fossil beds and you will discover a single day is not enough to see it all. Recommended option. Large, comfortable departure lounges in both Bluff and Oban were much appreciated. Recommended option. Enjoyed the trip there and back. Whilst on the ferry, if possible, sit outside on the back deck to breathe fresh air. The ferry service operates all year round and takes about an hour to sail the 39 kilometres across the Foveaux Strait to Stewart Island reaching speeds of up to 20 knots. Great service by the team at both ports and on the ferry. Also friendly and happy to chat with others who want the skinny on life on the island. Please ensure your contact details are provided at the time of booking so that we can contact you to advise of any delays or cancellations. Since it is not served by ferry and there are almost no commercial services you will need to plan accordingly when visiting. Was picked up from the Invercargill Airport and dropped off at the wharf in Bluff. Free tea and coffee offered onboard and the captain gave commentary on points of interest. The island was named by Charles Wilkes during the Wilkes Expedition of 1838-1842, to honor Frederick D. Stuart, the captain's clerk of the expedition. We look forward to welcoming you back on board for another trip to Stewart Island. We did need to remain seated as the swell meant the boat moved a little unpredictably. Two sites, both part of Stuart Island State Park, are on public lands. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Fantastic service. Ferry Rider Alert Sign Up . Project News. Can you use your EFTPOS card on Stewart Island? The ferry is clean and comfortable with toilets (clean) on board. At $135/adult return trip we thought this was pretty good value and it was a unique way of seeing the mainland as well as other islands including Stewart Island from a different vantage point... and it sure beats swimming! Sucia Island is one of the most incredible locations in the San Juans. Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. You can purchase your ferry tickets at the Bluff Visitor Terminal using both EFTPOS and Credit Cards. The waters in Fouveaux Strait are rough even on calm days. Fahren Sie einfach mit Ihrem Besuch fort, wenn Sie damit einverstanden sind. Seamless organisation, meeting the bus connection from Invercargill Airport, through to Bluff then on the ferry across to Stewart Island. Kids Go FREE on a range of experiences until 5 Feb. Find out more >. Skipper & crew-who he introduced to us with their names was awesome. Very easy . Lovely clean boat, the sailing was fab. The staff were alert to people feeling or being ill and very very kind discreet and caring to those who were unwell. Passengers who pre-book through our website will be updated of any departure changes. I'm not the best traveller but staff and team made it so straight forward and felt extremely safe. I chose to sit out the back as I love the spray and smell of the sea and was not disappointed. Please notify us beforehand to ensure we can assist you. Great way to travel from Bluff to Stewart Island. Coming back to Bluff the crossing was quite rough but the boat and captain could obviously handle the conditions so I was not concerned at all. Departure lounges at both ports were good and had brochures on local attractions. Unsere Datenschutzerklärung und Cookie-Richtlinien enthalten alle Informationen dazu, wie wir Ihre Daten verwenden und wer unsere Partner sind. Counting waterways and anchorage areas, Stuart Island Marine State Park is a 433-acre marine camping park with 33,030 feet of shoreline. Very professional operators and hospitable crew. are available for hire from our Oban Visitor Centre. Great bus and ferry service from Invercargill to Stewart Island. Visit Stewart Island, considered to be New Zealand’s ultimate eco-tourism destination, just one hour’s ferry ride from Bluff. A north easterly breeze meant there were a few white caps and a 1m swell. Friendly staff very helpful. Vehicle parking cannot be booked in advance. Due to extremely low tides, the 10:20 pm & 10:50 pm departures on Jan. 10, 11, and 12 are canceled. Ask our reservations team for suggested itineraries. Personal baggage is carried free on the ferries - maximum of two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on).For visitors to Stewart Island wishing to bring additional baggage, the transport of these items is by prior arrangement. Where is Stuart Island, WA (SSW)? We parked our car at Bluff and took the ferry to the island and vice versa. So what? We won’t know exactly which day we will be on each side of the island until a little closer to those delivery days. Prices valid 1 October 2019 - 30 September 2020. Island Express Charters, based in Anacortes WA, services the San Juan Islands, Our vessels are capable of beach or dock lands. Check out the modern one room schoolhouse that residents use only … We left feeling we were friends with the "Skipper" and the crew. It was a little choppy but there were lots of birds to see. Foveaux is a difficult crossing which we experienced both directions. For the latest information please refer to the website availability grid for your date of travel. The boats (different boat each way) were clean and the crew were top quality and did what they could to help all the many sick people (including my children). IMG_0300 (1) 1/8. Pick-ups and drop-offs are available from several Invercargill accommodation properties and the Invercargill i-Site Visitor Centre. Freephone (within New Zealand), 1800 656501 Staff were friendly and helpful, great team. Saw dolphins. Weitere Details zu Cookies und wie Sie sich dagegen entscheiden können gibt es in unseren Cookie-Richtlinien. Stuart Island is one of the Discovery Islands of British Columbia, which lie between northern Vancouver Island and the British Columbia Coast.It is privately owned and has no ferry access. From Invercargill to bluff takes around 30 minutes. The next day was still a rough crossing but we got back safely. New Zealand. The Oban (Stewart Island) to Bluff ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 1 hour. The Seattle terminal and ferry dock is currently under major construction until 2023, and could affect your travel plans. A bird nerd's guide to Stewart Island's native birds, 9 Stunning Milford Sound Tourist Attractions for Your Instagram, Incredible Glowworm Facts To Blow Your Mind, 8 reasons why Milford Sound is a ‘Must Do’ in New Zealand, Our Favourite Things To Do In Fiordland National Park, The Most Instagrammed Photo Spots in Queenstown, 0800 656501 Contact Us. What other activities and sightseeing are available? Freephone (within Australia), Modern, safe and efficient ferry experience, Fast, efficient way to get to Stewart Island, Brisk wind, a bit bumpy early then relatively straightforward trip, Personal baggage is carried free on the ferries - max. Die Māori nennen die Insel Rakiura, was ins Deutsche übersetzt glühende Himmel bedeutet. Rosieej, Blenheim, New Zealand via TripAdvisor. Prices for parking and additional baggage can be found on the "More Info" tab of our Stewart Island Ferry page. How can I get from Invercargill airport to Bluff to catch the ferry? !Visited April 2017, CanterburyMalo, Canterbury, NZ via TripAdvisor, A good trip to Stewart island and back. Water taxi service is available year round, however, inclement days during the winter do not allow for safe If you're travelling by road, here are the driving distances and travel times between some of the main locations in the South Island. Recommend. Our staff are trained to deal with incidents and in case of an emergency you should listen to their instructions.We have a portable defibrillator on each of our overnight cruise vessels (Milford Mariner, Milford Wanderer and Fiordland Navigator). This service is not available on all ferry departures, due to the size of the vessel and the limited cargo space available. The service is prompt and friendly. 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