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Book Stewart Island Experience ferry tickets
Stewart Island Experience sails 2 routes to 2 destinations, with departures from ports including Bluff, Oban Half Moon Bay. Compare Stewart Island Experience sailings and book your tickets on Openferry.
Stewart Island Experience timetables are seasonal, so the number of sailings and departure times change through the year. Search your route and travel dates for current times and prices.
Popular Stewart Island Experience routes
Stewart Island Experience fares and sailing times
Stewart Island Experience ticket prices depend on the route, the travel date and how far ahead you book. Most routes have more sailings in peak season.
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Foot passenger tickets are the cheapest way to travel with Stewart Island Experience.
Stewart Island Experience vessels
Stewart Island Experience operates 2 vessels. Onboard facilities vary by ship, so check the vessel details below before you book.
Travelling with Stewart Island Experience as a foot passenger or with a vehicle
Foot passengers can travel on every Stewart Island Experience route.
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Foot passengers can travel on all routes.
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Foot passengers should check in at least 30 minutes before departure.
Stewart Island Experience luggage allowance
Keep valuables, travel documents and medication with you during the crossing. Larger bags can usually be left in the luggage area on board.
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Label every bag with your name and contact details.
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Flammable, explosive and other hazardous items are not allowed on board.
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You are responsible for your luggage at all times, including bags left in the luggage area.
Travelling with pets on Stewart Island Experience
Pet rules vary by route and vessel, so check the rules for your Stewart Island Experience sailing before you book.
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Bring your pet’s passport or health certificate and microchip details.
Stewart Island Experience tickets, check-in and boarding
Stewart Island Experience passengers exchange their booking confirmation for a boarding card at the port before departure.
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Every passenger needs a valid ID card or passport.
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Changes, cancellations and payment
Change and refund rules depend on the fare you book. The conditions for your ticket are shown before you pay.
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Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a refund of up to 100%, depending on how early you cancel.
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Payments are encrypted and support is available from booking to boarding.
Why book Stewart Island Experience with Openferry
Openferry shows Stewart Island Experience alongside the other ferry operators on your route, so you can compare times and prices before you book.
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Live availability and prices from Stewart Island Experience and the other operators on the route.
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Secure payment, with your booking confirmation sent by email and saved in the app.
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Customer support in your language, from booking to boarding.
Stewart Island Experience FAQs
Common questions about booking and sailing with Stewart Island Experience.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
It depends on the route and the vessel. Add your vehicle when you search to see which Stewart Island Experience sailings can take it.
Not always. Cabins are usually offered on longer and overnight Stewart Island Experience crossings. Search your route to see whether your sailing has them.
Change and cancellation rules depend on your fare and are shown before you pay.
Other ferry operators in New Zealand
Stewart Island Experience is one of several operators sailing these routes. Compare them all on Openferry.
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All Stewart Island Experience routes
Bluff
Oban Half Moon Bay
