Amazing, relatively cheap way to see Wellington!
This city's best views are from the water, it's an absolute must- pack a lunch, bring your swimmers and make a day of it, see Matiu/Sommes Island and Days Bay
The avalance of inadequacies and incompetency that define this place, cannot be overstated
Awesome service to somes Island. Enjoy the ferry in a sunny day.
We have taken this ferry many times and always enjoyed the service.
Great day trip...dogs permitted on outside decks. Friendly staff, well worth a trip.
OUR GROUP THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THE EVENING HARBOUR CRUISE(SIX60&CHINESE NEW YEAR). STARTED WITH PRE-DINNER DRINKS AT THE FOXGLOVE. ONCE WE BOARDED WE HAD APPETIZERS AND MORE DRINKS(BUT ONLY HAD 1 BOTTLE OF PINOT GRIS ON-BOARD :-(). WHILE WE WERE ANCHORED AT THE ISLAND, WE HAD A BBQ DINNER FOLLOWED BY DESSERT. MUSIC AND DANCING WAS ENJOYED BY ALL DURING THE REST OF THE CRUISE. VERY PROFESSIONAL AND FRIENDLY CREW. THANK YOU.
Went on the ferry and sat outside on a stormy day. It was awesome! Like a wet and wild ride at a theme park. Highly recommended!
Amazing little trip from one side of the Harbour to another with a stop over at Matiu/Somes Island.. Highly recommended.. A nice swim at days bay is also pretty unbeatable.
Good service, comfortable and you can buy food and drinks on the boat. Great on a nice sunny day.
The best way to get to town, catch up with your mates on the way to work, unwind after a long day on your way home, no traffic woes, reliable service, timely and cost effective if on a monthly pass and traveling both ways 5 days a week..
Very expensive for the short service and was late for 30mins
A rather expensive harbour crossing, but drop off's available at Somes Matiu Island.
Love a trip across the harbour, friendly crew and always greeted with a smile, drinks and snacks are available to purchase, 5 Star experience, Days Bay and Eastbourne make an interesting visit and a round trip can be completed on the 83 bus, Somes/Matiu Island is a popular stop off and well worth a visit.
Affordable and fun transport from western burbs to the city.
Used their service today to go over to Days Bay. Ran on time and friendly staff on the boat who chatted to patrons during embarkment and disembarkment with clear instructions on how we would be disembarking. On the way was a stop at the Matiu/Somes Island. Clean and offer of beverages available. I'd definitely use again.
Great day out doing multiple stops on the ferry and walking around Somes island.
We took ferry on Saturday morning to visit Matiu/Somes Island.
We absolutely enjoyed our ride. Convenient and inexpensive way enjoy city views from water.
We purchased our tickets from counter for return trip costing $25 PP. It was quick to get tickets as there was no queue. There was no need to book in advance unless it a large group.
Boarding started 10 minutes before departure, and we took upper deck for good views.
You can check timetable online or at office.
Staff was friendly and warm.
Overall, a pleasant ride with amazing views.
A good experience but a bit pricey. Bus would be less than half the price. Not as much fun though.
Fantastic view of the ocean. The service operated as scheduled.
Great trip, friendly competent staff. The boat was clean as were our seats and there was no rubbish around
Yes I visited the web site didn't mean I was going near the place. These need to be looked at properly if I was at the place
Fabulous day
We went to Days Bay. The crew were really friendly and helpful.
They provide a great service that not only gets you across and around Wellington Harbour, but also delivers to Matiu/Somes Island. The ferries are comforable with both undercover seating and an outdoor viewing area on the upper deck. Awesome on a sunny Wellington day. As well as delivering us safely to our destination, we also saw dolphins playing in the harbour. The main city terminal is easy to find right on thr edge of the CBD. Lots of fun, great service and even free off peak if you are a gold card holder. Highly recommend you check it out!!
I'm not really a boat person normally but the trip I went on was extremely smooth. Staff were awesome to. Thank You Team.
Never Took the Ferry But May Take it Next Time I'm in New Zealand ..
Great experience. Well organized with friendly staff.
This boat sails from Wellington waterfront to somes island, petone foreshore, and Eastbourne to drop off and pick up passengers.
I NEVER miss an opportunity to travel across the harbour like this from one super place to another, it's BRILLIANT.
Great service and beautiful view of the city skyline. Wasn't the best day to be out on the water but crew were very professional. A great day out for the family.
Wonderful service. Friendly deck hands and usually great conversation with a fellow passenger.
Best way to commute ever
It is the best way to travel to Eastbourne and to Queens wharf.
What a disappointment to be charged for the return journey from Day Bay to Wellington on the 3.00 ferry. The company offers free travel for Gold Card holders until 3.00, but there isn't any travel service from 1.00 until 3.00 anyway. They are operating a weekend service but not the fares. Conning the seniors. Thanks for nothing.
The company has contacted me to apologize for the error and offered a refund. I understandably accepted.
Great fun & enjoyment on a sunny day with little or no wind. Days Bay return - Adult $22, student $18 & child $12 or buy one get one free with the entertainment book. Watch out for penguins on the way. Some ferries go via Matiu Somes Island
Nice friendly staff, fast comfortable vessel, good price
Comfortable and running on time. Stuck a very calm day in the harbour
Relaxing and enjoyable cruise. Seatoun, Matiu Island, Days Bay and Petone. Great way to see the city as well.
It was a lot of fun gng to Soames Island, would go again anytime,
Great ferry trip. Worth doing to go to a cafe at Day's Bay.
It was a lovely trip to Days Bay... Timings of the ferry are just apt for the trip.
Wonderful journey to Days Bay, such a lovely harbour on a sun filled day
The staff are superb. Great service, beautiful journey to the heart of the harbour. Just marvelous! Must do in Wellington
Buy a monthly pass or 10-trip cartel... much better value than single tickets. Coffee, newpapers, beer and wine for sale onboard. If the weather is exceptionally bad, ferries are replaced by buses.
The ticket office is an enhanced kiosk. Their ferries are fine and have some snacks on board and a great viewing platform on top on nice days. Their destinations are wonderful however.
Wonderful family trip exploring new "local" things in our backyard.
Thank you to friendly staff!
Friendly, fast, can buy drinks.. No other way to get to Somes
Friendly helpful staff, doing their best to get you around the harbor on time. I loved Matiu/Somes Island, especially the kakariki parrots
The only ferry to Somes Island. Nice ride on a sunny day.
It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed the ride from Wellington waterfront to Eastbourne. Wine and bubbles were offered on the boat as well.
Friendly, helpful staff. Our grandson thoroughly enjoyed his first experience on the ferry.
A very good service. It's a nice experience altogether.
- The boat has bathroom.
- A top deck for view.
- A pantry.
- Very friendly staff.
Great view of Wellington a must do when in wellington
Staff were a bit unenthusiastic but overall professional. Boat looks a bit run down. I don t recommend using the female bathroom, water in the toilet will be forces upwards throughout the journey. Bar and snacks available but at above-average prices.
An alternative route across the harbour from Wellington's Queen's Wharf to Somes Island and the bays at Seatoun and Eastbourne. And what a ride; it is postcard-scenic when the weather is fine, especially from the top deck! It's a short journey so enjoy the trip if this is not your usual route. Remember to look back as you pull away from QW because the offshore views are just as impressive. The ferry service itself is fast and the crew, pleasant.
Great way to see Wellington. Visit Matui/Somes Island for amazing views
The boat ride is a fun attraction in itself whilst also offering transport to Eastbourne. This should/could be up on the list of things to do with all the better known tourist attractions in Wellington. I recommend getting a seat on the upper deck for the best experience
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