Things to do in South Island, New Zealand: The Best Ferries

The Ferry provides an , " On Demand" Ferry Service. Call me and tell me when and where you want to go and what time you want to return. Ferry Service to the Historic Lighthouse, Visit inside, Service to Haulashore Island for a picnic, hike or swim. Walk the Unique Boulderbank, Harbour cruise and visit to Lighthouse.

Aihe Wildlife Cruises & Water Taxi is a comfortable and stylish boat, custom built to provide excellent all round viewing and maximum photo opportunities She seats 12 passengers and 2 crew. Aihe offers leisurely boat cruises in Paterson Inlet and around the coast of Stewart Island. Aihe also offers a water taxi service to a variety of destinations including: Ulva Island, Freshwater River, Freds Camp, North Arm and Port William. Small group cruises are always personalised for 8 to 12 persons maximum. Tours include: Aihe Pelagic Bird Watching to view our magnificent seabirds including albatrosses, petrels, shearwaters, terns, penguins, cormorants, Aihe - Paterson Inlet Wildlife Cruise for penguins, dolphins (when present), other seabirds and shorebirds. For sightseeing and history try our Scenic Cruise & Norwegian Whalers' Base Guided Walk exploring hidden bays. Enjoy interesting commentary on birds / mammals seen, the areas visited. Aihe is also available for private charters.

Come and join us to our favourite places on Lake Wanaka! Like Mou Waho Island. Where you can find an island, on a lake, on an island, on a lake, on an island on the sea! Enjoy a lake cruise with beautiful views while your skipper informs you about the history and geology of the area. You'll have an hour and a half on the island to walk up to the hidden lake and view point and explore it at your own pace. The best value Mou Waho Island Tour in Wanaka. Or come on our Wanaka 4x4 Explorer Tour, Wanaka's boat and 4x4 tour brings you the best of both worlds with views from the lake and land looking over remote islands and National Park. From start to finish we are off the beaten path, no people, truly remote, truly stunning. Now with heli option! Take some time to enjoy the solitude and enjoy the best view in Wanaka! Your guide will give you an insight into the history and the geology. Gourmet picnic included! Or! Explore Wanaka's best bike trails! Bike one way, boat the other.

Adventure is allowing the unexpected happen to you! Experience Ulva Island - the pristine forested island and one of few predator-free sanctuaries in New Zealand- and the unique beauty of Paterson Inlet. Freedom Tours, guided walks and sight seeing with the Ulva Island Ferry for those who prefer the charm of a vintage wooden ferry or with a fast pace custom built vessel.

Experience Otago Harbour and beyond........... Experience for yourself the unique natural attractions that Dunedin has to offer by joining one of our world class Otago Harbour cruises.  We offer 2 hour cruises around the Otago Harbour and Taiaroa Head, wildlife capital of New Zealand. We also offer a harbour ferry service from Portobello to Port Chalmers, return.

Stewart Island Experience operates daily ferry service between Bluff and Stewart Island all year around. Stewart Island is New Zealand's ultimate eco-tourism destination and the location of Rakiura National Park. During the one hour ferry crossing, keep a look out for the Mollymawks (Albatross) that often follow the vessel. Daily coach connections operate between Bluff and Invercargill, and in summer also to Te Anau and Queenstown (summer only).

Enjoy a leisurely cruise of beautiful Paterson Inlet, viewing hidden coves and beaches including a visit to the Ulva Island – a renowned wildlife sanctuary. An on-board nature guide provides commentary throughout the cruise and leads a 45 minute walk through part of the Ulva Island. This island is home to abundant birdlife, including some of New Zealand’s most rare and precious plant species. Departs: Oban. (Previously named Paterson Inlet Cruises).