Fullers Waiheke

Overview

Fullers is a ferry service that travels from Waiheke Island to Auckland/Devonport, They also travel to other locations around the Haruaki Gulf, but this information is just focused on the Waiheke – Auckland side.

The journey to Waiheke or from Waiheke is a duration of 35-40 minutes one way.

Tickets can be purchased online or in person at the ticket office and children under five ride free.

The Fullers ferry has a licensed café and bar on board, proudly serving a range of goods, pies and toasted sandwiches plus barista-made coffee, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. They welcome customers to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages on board.

Dogs must be on a short leash at all times and only on the outside decks. Disability- assist dogs are allowed inside but the owner or trainer needs to have appropriate documentation or identification. Other small household pets must be restrained in a carrier.

The Fullers ferry is proudly smoke and vape free.

Check out their website for prices and timetable

AT Hop Card

Travel with a AT Hop card, prices are similar to normal tickets, just tag on to board the boat or use your bank card.

Waiheke Tourism

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Gear Grab – Hire

Gear Grab is a hire shop on Waiheke, they have a wide range of everyday gear. Their store consists of party, gaming, outdoors, household, tech and more.

I Love Crepes

They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes) in front of you while you wait. They use all fresh ingredients and accommodate for all dietary needs.

Passage Rock

Passage rock is a restaurant/vineyard located on the outskirts of waiheke, it offers delicious food, fine wine and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by beautiful Syrah vines.

Mint As

Mint As is a popular burger cart located in Ostend, next to RAW fruit and vege, they serve juicy burgers, taco's and milkshakes all made while you wait.

Take A Bite Cafe

Take A Bite is a small delightful café located on in Ostend on Belgium Street. They offer delicious handmade pastries, breakfast items, light lunches and coffees.

On The Hunt Charters

On The Hunt Charters is a fishing charter company, that specialises in small group charters, half or full day fishing trips around Waiheke Island.

Bisou Cafe

Bisou Cafe brings a taste of Europe to Waiheke Island, serving up savoury and sweet crepes, freshly baked baguettes and pastries alongside Eighthirty coffee and fresh juices.

Arcadia

Arcadia is a laidback style restaurant located metres away from Palm Beach. Their menu is not fussy, they use fresh quality ingredients to create good, honest food.

Enclosure Bay

Enclosure Bay is semi hidden gem bay made of rock formations that almost entirely enclose the bay from the sea. This creates a natural, shallow swimming pool.

Charlie Farleys

Charlie Farleys is Waiheke's favourite Onetangi gastropub. It is a restaurant/bar with a relaxed vibe right on the beach front of Onetangi beach.

Waiheke Bike Hire

Waiheke Bike Hire is a small walk from Fullers ferry terminal, located amongst the main car park, they hire out Avanti mountain bikes for $50 a day and $20 per…

Red Crab Thai Restaurant

Red Crab Waiheke is the perfect place to go. Being the only Thai restaurant on Waiheke it is a popular place to eat at, experience the taste of Salty, sweet,…

Palm Beach

Palm Beach is a well known favourite of locals and tourists. With its beautiful white sand and palm trees surrounding the beach it makes you feel like you are in…

Shop The Rock

Shop the Rock is a local gift shop located in Oneroa, they sell a range of Waiheke and New Zealand-made gifts and souvenirs. Perfect for gifting or keepsakes.

Waiheke Wings

Waiheke Wings operates at the Carsons Airfield on Waiheke, they fly to a few destinations around the gulf islands, Auckland and also offer scenic tours.

Island Scoot

Island Scoot is a local scooter hire business based in Ostend, they hire premium retro scooters combined with a classic Italian design.

Waiheke Explorer

Waiheke Explorer is popular hop on hop off tour, that showcases the best wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks Waiheke has to offer.

Island Direct

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.

Kayak Waiheke

Kayak Waiheke is a kayak and canoe tour agency located at Matiatia Bay. They hire out paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and a few inland activities.

KAK’s Real Fruit Ice Cream

KAK's real fruit ice cream is a new addition to Waiheke, located in Oneroa village is this cute little ice cream cart an absolutely perfect addition to the hot summers.

Off peak hours vs peak

They have set it up so if you are a tourist coming over, I would say its 90% chance you will fall into the peak ticket prices, also if you buy a off peak ticket you have to wait for off peak times to come back.

Leaving Auckland – After 1pm is Off Peak (This Includes the 1pm Boat)

Leaving Waiheke – After 7pm is Off Peak (This Includes the 7pm Boat)

If you want to save money with mates, the best way would be to buy a 10 trip. You can scan 4 people on each way, peak or off peak.

Family Passes could also save money.

Travel Times

Most of the time they are every hour on the hour. When its very busy in summer there will be a boat every 30min.

The last boat off Waiheke Is 12:30 am (11pm Sunday and public holidays), so be careful if partying late.

Summary

• Longest running passenger ferry
• Free children under 5
• Dogs allowed on board outside (on a short leash)
• Licenced cafe and bar onboard

Hire Gear

If you need Beach/Baby Gear/Party or DIY tasks on your stay at Waiheke, there is a local hire shop called Gear Grab, they have everything you need during your stay.

Beach items – sea scooters, metal detectors, speakers, sea biscuits, stand up paddle boards, beach games, fishing rods and more.

Baby hire – baby seats, booster seats and portacots.

Party/wedding – lights, gazebos, speakers, microphones, tables and more

DIY tasks – hedge trimmers, water blasters, chainsaws, carpet cleaners and more.

Access Information

The best way to access Fullers Waiheke is the Matiatia Ferry Terminal (pier 1) or if Downtown Auckland (Pier 12).

Wheelchair Access

The Fullers ferry cabin and onboard toilets have limited accessibility and may be difficult to navigate for some users. If you are travelling as a ‘walk up,’ please notify the Fullers team who will be happy to assist.

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