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Did you know.....The original Maori name of Stewart Island is Te Punga o Te Waka a Maui.

Translated as "The Anchor Stone of Maui’s Canoe", it refers to the part played by the island in the legend of Maui and his crew, who from their canoe, the South Island, caught and raised the great fish, the North Island.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Stewart Island Ferry Terminal

Stewart Island Ferry & Coach Transfers

Stewart Island

Stewart Island is perfect for a day excursion or an extended stay.

Travel from Bluff to Stewart Island on board our modern express catamarans. During the one-hour crossing of Foveaux Strait, keep a look out for wildlife, especially sea birds. Our friendly staff provide an informative commentary and point out highlights.

Ferry to/from Stewart Island: Duration 1 hour
Complimentary tea and coffee available on board ferry
Wheelchair accessible (ferry only)
Suitable for all ages
Vehicle parking available at Bluff (extra cost - reservations recommended)
Luggage limit - two carry-on bags per person (extra goods by arrangement)


Kids Go FREE on selected departures during NZ School Holidays!

Kids travel FREE from 14 Dec 2011 - 6 Feb 2012.  See more about Kids Go Free!

 

Coach Transfers

To ensure excellent connections with our Stewart Island Ferry Services, we offer coach transfers between Queenstown, Te Anau or Invercargill to Bluff.

Coach Transfers from Invercargill to/from Bluff

For passengers travelling to Stewart Island on board the ferry, we offer a coach transfer service between Invercargill and Bluff Wharf Visitor Terminal. The connecting coach from Invercargill to Bluff departs one hour prior to each of the ferry departures. The coach transfer from Bluff to Invercargill will return passengers to Invercargill arriving approximately one hour after the ferry arrives in Bluff.

 Invercargill pick up/drop locations:
      - Invercargill i-Site Visitor Centre on Gala Street (Museum)
      - Tuatara Backpackers Lodge
      - Victoria Railway Hotel
      - Invercargill Airport
 

Coach Transfers from Queenstown and Te Anau to/from Bluff

For visitors wishing to travel between Queenstown, Te Anau and Bluff, Real Journeys, in association with Tracknet, offers a daily coach transfer service, departing from Real Journeys Visitor Centres.  The coach connects with the 11am ferry departure from Bluff. The return coach transfer from Bluff delivers visitors back to the Real Journeys Visitor Centres in Queenstown or Te Anau. 

 Reservations are required

 Luggage limit – two carry-on bags per person (extra goods by arrangement)

 This coach transfer only operates during NZ summer months
   (from mid October to late April)

 Pick up from Real Journeys Visitor Centres in Queenstown & Te Anau 


Ferry Services between Bluff & Stewart Island

Season: All year, daily departures
Duration: 1 hr (one way)
16 Jan 2012 - 31 Mar 2012
Departs Bluff: 9.30am, 11am & 5pm
Departs Stewart Island: 8am, 3.30pm & 6pm
Prices from: $69 adult (one way)
$34.50 child (one way)
1 Apr 2012 - 30 Apr 2012
Departs Bluff: 9.30am, 11am & 5pm
Departs Stewart Island: 8am, 3.30pm & 5pm
Prices from: $69 adult (one way)
$34.50 child (one way)
1 May 2012 - 30 Sep 2012
Departs Bluff: 9.30am & 4.30pm/5pm
Departs Stewart Island: 8am & 3pm/3.30pm
Prices from: $69 adult (one way)
$34.50 child (one way)

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  • Luggage limit - two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on). Extra goods by arrangement
  • Child rates apply for 5 - 14 years and infants 0 - 4 years carried free of charge

Coach & Ferry Services between Invercargill & Stewart Island

Season: All year, daily departures
Duration: 2 hrs (one way)
16 Jan 2012 - 31 Mar 2012
Departs Invercargill: 8.30am, 10am & 4pm
Departs Stewart Island: 8am, 3.30pm & 6pm
Prices from: $91 adult (one way)
$45.50 child (one way)
1 Apr 2012 - 30 Apr 2012
Departs Invercargill: 8.30am, 10am & 4pm
Departs Stewart Island: 8am, 3.30pm & 5pm
Prices from: $91 adult (one way)
$45.50 child (one way)
1 May 2012 - 30 Sep 2012
Departs Invercargill: 8.30am & 3.30pm/4pm
Departs Stewart Island: 8am & 3pm/3.30pm
Prices from: $91 adult (one way)
$45.50 child (one way)

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  • Luggage limit - two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on). Extra goods by arrangement
  • Child rates apply for 5 - 14 years and infants 0 - 4 years carried free of charge

Coach & Ferry Services between Te Anau & Stewart Island

Season: Nov - Apr, daily departures
Duration: 5 - 6 hrs
1 Nov 2011 - 30 Apr 2012
Departs Te Anau: 7.15am
Departs Stewart Island: 8am
Prices from: $138 adult (one way)
$69 child (one way)

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  • Luggage limit - two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on). Extra goods by arrangement
  • Child rates apply for 5 - 14 years and infants 0 - 4 years carried free of charge

Coach & Ferry Services between Queenstown & Stewart Island

Season: Nov - Apr, daily departures
Duration: 5 - 6 hrs
1 Nov 2011 - 30 Apr 2012
Departs Queenstown: 7am
Departs Stewart Island: 8am
Prices from: $138 adult (one way)
$69 child (one way)

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Please note:

  • Luggage limit - two bags per person (one stowed and one small carry-on). Extra goods by arrangement
  • Child rates apply for 5 - 14 years and infants 0 - 4 years carried free of charge




Note: Coach & Ferry durations include ferry check in/disembarking

Vehicle parking is available at the Bluff Wharf Visitor Terminal (extra cost)  - info@sie.co.nz

Ask us about our charter options for fishing, hunting or cruising trips - info@sie.co.nz 

We are now offering fly/ferry options to/from Stewart Island. For more information - info@sie.co.nz

Real Journeys also offers Paterson Inlet CruisesVillage & Bays ToursGuided Walks and Rental Services on Stewart Island.

There is a range of accommodation options on Steward Island to suit all tastes and budgets - from backpackers, self contained units, motels and up-market bed & breakfasts like Stewart Island Lodge.

Real Journeys
Tel +64 3 249 7416
Freephone 0800 65 65 01 (within NZ)
Email reservations@realjourneys.co.nz
© 2007 Real Journeys. Updated Thursday, 2 February 2012