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During the one-hour crossing between Bluff and Stewart Island keep a lookout for wildlife, especially seabirds. Watching mollymawks (albatross) soaring behind the ferry is a fantastic sight.
Highlights
- Bluff to Stewart Island Return ferry booking
- Daily Departures - morning and afternoon
- Comprehensive commentary
- Purpose-built Catamarans
- 1 hour duration for each crossing
Experience Foveaux Strait onboard our express catamarans where the scenic journey between Bluff and Stewart Island takes one hour.
Comprehensive commentaries provide information on the interesting landmarks commonly seen, including Dog Island Lighthouse, Ruapuke Island, the Titi Islands and Mt Anglem - Stewart Island’s highest point.
Personal baggage is carried free on the ferries - max. 2 bags per person (1 stowed and 1 small carry-on). Additional baggage is by prior arrangement
Vehicle parking available at Bluff (extra cost)
Pick Your Dates & Times
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- Child$69.00
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All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$135.00
- Child$69.00
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Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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MIKE OKEEFFE from New Zealand wrote on 24 February 2026
Great
Great
alistairw2 from New Zealand wrote on 22 January 2026
Anon
Trip to and from Rakiura great. Boat clean and tidy and comfortable to travel in. Staff and crew helpful and assisted relative with mobility issues. Great Service 👍
Lynsey E from United States wrote on 04 January 2026
Caring staff
Even though the weather on the way to Stewart Island was quite windy, the crew was very attentive to the passengers, especially if/when someone was experiencing motion sickness. The ride back to Bluff was much calmer, and the crew was still caring and kept safety at the forefront.
Elena PJ from Spain wrote on 20 May 2025
Return trip to Stewart Island
Ferries departed on time. Check in process fast and easy. Boarding times also perfect. Ferry was comfortable. And we were lucky with a nice navigation. And Stewart Island welcomed us with a beautiful rainbow. Everything great.
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Robin McGarr from United Kingdom wrote on 14 February 2025
Ferry crossing!!
It was a nice crossing. All the staff were excellent and very helpful with any questions you had. The only problem is there was no hot water! We couldn’t have a cup of tea which was complimentary 😂😂 Very good