Ferries
Ferry services are developing as a vital form of transport for both residents
and visitors to Auckland and play an important role in reducing the city's
congestion. About 10,000 Aucklanders live on the Hauraki Gulf islands and demand
is growing for ferry services from the North Shore, Half Moon Bay and the upper
harbour.
Auckland City supports improved levels of service and continues to improve
the wharves and terminals it owns and maintains. For example, in conjunction
with the Ferry Users Group, a $3.2 million upgrade of the Matiatia terminal on
Waiheke Island has been completed. Additionally, Auckland Regional Transport
Network Ltd is upgrading the downtown terminal, providing another three berths,
weather-protected areas, modern ticketing and real-time passenger information.
Wharves will remain essential assets for the city, making the Hauraki Gulf
accessible for island residents and visitors.
Service providers and destinations
For information about ferry destinations and timetabling in Auckland, contact
the ferry service operators:
Auckland City is responsible for the management and maintenance of eight
wharves in the Hauraki Gulf region. They are as follows:
- Matiatia wharf, Waiheke Island
- Old wharf, Matiatia, Waiheke Island
- Kennedy Point wharf, Waiheke Island
- Orapiu wharf, eastern end of Waiheke Island
- Tryphena wharf, Shoal Bay, Great Barrier Island
- Whangaparapara wharf, end of Whangaparapara Rd, Great Barrier Island
- Okupu wharf, end of Blind Bay Rd, Great Barrier Island
- Sandy Bay Wharf, Rakino Island
For any Hauraki Gulf Islands wharves not on this list, contact
ARTNL
Auckland City's role includes the levying of tariffs
for commercial wharf users, as well as regular consultation with them to
ensure that facilities are maintained and any new projects are scheduled. We are
committed to ensuring that our wharves are well maintained and accessible to all
users.
Find out more about
wharves and boat ramps in Auckland, or contact us for more information.
