Location) Pier 3 Matiatia, Oneroa, Waiheke Island 1081
Phone) Not listed
Hours) 7days 6am – late (check timetables)
Website) Island Direct Website
Socials) Island Direct Facebook
Socials) Island Direct Instagram
Parking) Matiatia parking lot
Wheelchair Access) Yes ( if assistance required please notify online or at pier)
Category) Travel/Boats
Toilet) Yes
Overview
Island Direct is a direct ferry service that travels from Downtown Auckland and Waiheke Island. It is a smaller ferry company in comparison to Fullers but it certainly has made its place on the Island.
Proud owners are Waiheke locals David and Tanya. Their mission is to provide reliable and friendly service for everyone.
The journey to Waiheke island or From Waiheke is a duration of 35-40 minutes one way.
Tickets can be purchased online or in person as you board and children under five ride free on the Island Direct ferry, and they are happy to offer a reduced fare for children between the ages of 5 and 15.
The Island Direct ferry has a licensed cafe and bar on board, proudly serving a range of goods, including a selection of Daily Bread catering, barista-made Supreme coffee, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, or you can bring your own food and non alcoholic beverages on board.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times and may be indoors, but please be mindful that passengers take priority on seating if there is limited capacity indoors. Other small household pets must be restrained in a carrier.
The Island Direct ferry is proudly smoke and vape free.
They have also joined up with eRide and Waiheke Wine Tours to make your experience on Waiheke memorable.
If you miss your fullers ferry or just want a change try Island Direct they will welcome you with open arms.
Summary
- Local owners
- Free children under 5
- Dogs inside allowed (on leash)
- Licenced cafe and bar onboard
Access Information
- Smaller Car – Matiatia parking lot
- Wheelchair – Matiatia parking lot
- Truck/Boat – Matiatia parking lot
- Bike – Any direction fine
- Walking – Any direction fine
The best way to access Island Direct is the Matiatia Ferry Terminal (pier 3) or if Downtown Auckland (Pier 13).
Wheelchair Access
The Island Direct ferry cabin and onboard toilets have limited accessibility and may be difficult to navigate for some users. When booking a ticket at IslandDirect.co.nz, there will be an option to indicate whether you require any special assistance. If you are travelling as a ‘walk up,’ please notify the Island Direct team who will be happy to assist.
Close To Island Direct
eRide Waiheke – A electric bike hire over on Waiheke. They have dozens of bikes and the hire prices start at $99. With guided and self guided tours.
Matiatia Bay – The first beach you see when walking off Fullers or Island Direct passenger ferry services coming from Auckland city or Devonport.
Coast Guard Waiheke – A local emergency service that goes to many boat and marine related callouts, such as stuck in the open water, boat wont start or need a tow.
Waiheke Bike Hire – A 300m walk from fullers ferry terminal, it is located in the main car park, hiring Merida & Avanti mountain bikes for $50 a day and $20 per extra day.
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