The space can be limited, bookings are recommended. You'll encounter some narrow, windy and unsealed roads as you travel around the island. Journey length may vary.

Approx travel times: 4.5 hours for Tryphena. Public holidays include: Labour Weekend, Auckland Anniversary, Waitangi Weekend, Easter Weekend, ANZAC weekend. Or stay on land, go mountain biking, hiking, ride on a trike or visit artists at their studios - all this is on the menu at 'The Barrier’. For more details on this update check out sealink.co.nz/news. Check-in one hour prior to departure. All you need to know about booking your trip. Find out about our terminals, ferries, check-in and managing your booking. F Freight Goods - The return leg from the island may be delayed due to the time taken in offloading freight. Check out our branches in Auckland and Waiheke Island, We have a Zero harm goal and work together to keep everyone safe, Check out our reliable fleet of crane, chiller, curtainsider and furniture trucks, What you need to know if you're freighting dangerous goods, We have a range of vehicles that enable us to deliver where other companies fear to go, Track your freight using your consignment number, (28 September - 13 December 2020 & 18 January - 26 April 2021).

So expect no street lights, or regular public transport. We cannot guarantee arrival times. The Auckland to Great Barrier (Tryphena) ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 4 hours 30 minutes. "They have the best beaches, hiking and biking tracks, locals are friendly and — with a map and some research — many fascinating metalled side roads to explore." On the 19th August 2017, Great Barrier Island celebrated becoming the first island in the world to become a Dark Sky Sanctuary… At a time in humanity's history when one third of the earths population, & eighty per cent of Americans have never seen the Milky Way, Gt Barrier Island is taking it's new responsibility to protect it's amazing night skies seriously. Terms and conditions apply. The best island highlights are set apart, so transport is essential. Journey length may vary. Terms and conditions apply. Kayaking is one of the best ways to discover the island's natural beauty. SeaLinks' ferry, the Island Navigator carries cars, passengers and freight to the island. Car: Up to 5.5 metres.

+ Vehicle prices do not include the driver. Go Great Barrier Island Tours specialise in customising tours to suit the interests and fitness levels of our clients. There are plenty of good surfcasting spots on Great Barrier, but if you're after the real whoppers your best bet is to go big game fishing on the east coast of the island. We depart from Aucklands Wynyard Wharf, three times a week in Winter, and daily in Summer. No sailing Christmas Day.

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Journey length may vary. The anticipation  builds to what is always a great holiday" B. Lyon. Labour Weekend, Auckland Anniversary, Waitangi Weekend, Easter Weekend, ANZAC weekend. The space can be limited, bookings are recommended. The median age was 52.6 years, with 138 people (14.8%) aged under 15 years, 90 (9.7%) aged 15 to 29, 477 … All you need to know about booking your trip, Delays, cancellations & updates on sailings, Changing bookings & cancellation policies, Check out sailing times to Waiheke and find the ferry fare that’s right for you, Check out sailing times and find the fare that's right for you, Discounted senior fares for passenger and vehicle ferries to Waiheke Island, Waiheke Island resident fares and information for off island travel, Check out sailing times and fares to Rakino Island, Travelling to Waiheke? Please refer to our Great Barrier Island terms and conditions for further details. There are three main surf beaches on the East coast of Great Barrier;  Medlands, Whangapoua and Awana. We saw 3 pods of dolphins during our 4 days on the island. Cruise with the passenger and vehicle ferry and leave big-city stress behind and get ‘off the grid’. Tramping, fishing, surfing, stargazing - be prepared and pack more into your island adventure when you take your car! They are full of information and can show you some of the best spots on the 'Barrier'. Set in the waters of the Hauraki Gulf, Great Barrier (Aotea) offers the ideal getaway from big-city stress. Check out our branches in Auckland and Waiheke Island, We have a Zero harm goal and work together to keep everyone safe, Check out our reliable fleet of crane, chiller, curtainsider and furniture trucks, What you need to know if you're freighting dangerous goods, We have a range of vehicles that enable us to deliver where other companies fear to go, Track your freight using your consignment number. The main road is sealed however some of the side roads are gravel and some require a 4wd vehicle. Read about the full Great Barrier Island experience by Paul Charman here. It's rugged landscape with breathtaking scenery has more than 100km of walking tracks. If you prefer to keep your car clean at home in the garage you can rent a vehicle and arrange for it to meet you at the wharf on arrival. F Freight Goods - The return leg from the island may be delayed due to the time taken in offloading freight.

Taking your own car gives you the flexibility to cruise around the Barrier at your own pace. Check timetables and availability here. Read more about Anna's experiences around Great Barrier Island here. Sailings take approximately 4.5 hours to get to Tryphena, the Southernmost port of Great Barrier island. We cannot guarantee arrival times. So much to see and other passengers to chat to. Booking information. Waiheke Island is full of hidden treasures and unexpected delights, perfect for your next island road trip. There were 501 males and 429 females, giving a sex ratio of 1.17 males per female.

Due to high demand of the school holidays  - Sealink have an additional sailing operating for Friday 02 Sept Only. The space can be limited, bookings are recommended. This does mean that you need to handle all your baggage at the terminal and wharf. Talk to the local experts and head out on a fishing charter, they'll be sure to show you all the best spots. The space can be limited, bookings are recommended.

Here at SeaLink we operate a Zero Harm policy throughout the company to ensure our passengers, crew, team and customers are all safe. THE GREAT BARRIER ISLAND FERRY Sealink is the only public passenger and vehicle ferry operator for Great Barrier Island. F  Freight Goods - The return leg from the island may be delayed due to the time taken in offloading freight. Approx travel times: 4.5 hours for Tryphena. Timetables change for winter/summer. Thank you for helping keep fellow travellers and the SeaLink team safe across the Hauraki Gulf. The Ministry of Health has mandated the use of face coverings while on all public transport for Alert Levels 2, 3 and 4.

Local's cook with gas and mobile coverage is limited.

Journey length may vary. We recommend you experience one of the great walks, hikes or mountain bike trails.

Check-in one hour prior to departure. Please note: Passengers are required to vacate the vehicle deck on all DG sailings. The SeaLink car ferry operates both summer and winter timetables. © Copyright, All Rights Reserved 2020 - SeaLink New Zealand Limited. Additional Sailings: A sailings has been added for the school holidays on Saturday October 10th.

Check-in one hour prior to departure. Waiheke Island is full of hidden treasures and unexpected delights, perfect for your next island road trip. Terms and conditions apply. Take your torch, your sense of adventure, a good book and turn off your mobile devices. Stunning beaches, surfing, diving, fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding. Staff are friendly. Grab one of our special promotions, Check out sailings to and from Pine Harbour during the week, Discover the scenic & charming Waiheke Island, Rakino Island is located in the Hauraki Gulf and prides itself on its unspoilt status, Explore what makes Great Barrier Island so special, Check out our ferry terminals in Auckland, Waiheke & other destinations, Check out our comfortable, reliable and versatile SeaLink fleet, What you need to know if you're travelling with or freighting dangerous goods, Find out when you need to arrive and how to board with your vehicle, Everything you need to know about travelling with children, pets, bags and bikes, Help us protect and keep our Hauraki Gulf islands pest-free, Check out what's onboard when you travel with us, What happens if we need to delay or cancel a sailing.

The time passes quickly as there is plenty to see in the way of stunning scenery, birdlife and marine life... whales, orca and dolphins are often sighted. 2020 No Barriers – Small Island, Big Ideas, Ferry wharves at Tryphena and Port Fitzroy. The Windy Canyon lookout is just a 15 minute walk to the lookout. "I love the barrier and taking the car over on the ferry is a magical ride out. All fuels must travel in an approved fuel container.