It is the ferry normally runs in all port of Auckland. We travelled to Waiheke Island through them. It was very comfortable ferry. Has food , coffee counter. Restroom available and the crew was really friendly. There were upper and covered decks. Nice to be above to see the view. The sail was kinda rough because it was windy and it rained. Tickets can be purchased through website or on the spot. Just go to the Auckland Ferry terminal. The brick booth house . read more

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We bought round trip tickets in advance of our trip. Loading was only a short walk from our hotel. We were headed to Rangitoto. The shuttle took off exactly on time. We sat on the upper floor and it was very neat and clean. Seating was tables and we had nice views out the window. The ride was smooth. Staff was friendly. The shuttle arrived right on time to pick us up as well. The return trip was on a bigger boat. Again everything was clean inside with some comfy couches to lounge on after a day of hiking. read more

To get to Waiheke Island, we took a ferry from the harbour in downtown Auckland, which was conveniently just a ten minute walk from our hotel. The trip from Auckland to Waiheke Island was about 40 minutes, and round trip fare at the time (prices seems to have gone up) was $46NZ if you booked online, or $49.50NZ if you booked in person at the harbour. No issues with the ferry service, however, on the way to Waiheke Island, it started raining again and became a bit stormy. The ride to the island was so bumpy that at times we were lifted off of our seats and it felt like being on a roller coaster. I hate roller coasters because I hate that feeling I get in my stomach, so I was clinging on to the table at our seats in order to stabilize myself. Thank goodness my sister gave me some Gravol (I don't do well on boats), and that it was on the trip to the island, not on our way back, after we were full of wine. [Yelp collections: NZ/Fiji 2023; New Zealand 2023; Planes, Trains, and Automobiles] read more

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Great way to ring in the new year with friends, headed over to waiheke island for hiking, wine tasting, and lunch. Quick ferry ride. Everyone is friendly and efficient Clean restrooms on board Cocktails available for the ride You can buy tickets in advance or the day of travel at the kiosk. read more

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Good ferry. There's another company, Island Direct. Timings are similar, but just go with whatever has best timing for you. Buy single instead of return so you can have flexibility coming back by the two ferries. Price is the same, no discount for return. Also, no need to buy the Reserve ticket which is double the price! I went on Christmas day, a very busy day. 9am ferry there, 4pm ferry back. Big queues but still ample capacity on the ferry. No-one turned away. Get to the queue 15 mins before sailing and you'll be fine. read more

There was a nice wine tour and I could tell the staff were trained to remain professional because a man had an outburst yet they kept going like it didn't matter. I loved it! Also very fine gentlemen onboard I must say! read more

Bought our tickets to Waiheke island from a machine as the kiosk was closed on Good Friday. The machine upsold me a bus tour, which, upon arrival, we learnt was not working on Good Friday. Upon closer look, the ticket was issued for the day after. I contacted customer support asap and they said their refund policy requires 48h notice, without paying attention to the fact that a machine sold me services for different days and thus scamming me. Will report as scam to the bank as certainly this place is not made of people who care to do the right thing. For my next ferry trip I chose a competitor despite the fact that Fuller was more convenient, no more on our money is going to thieves! read more

Took the ferry over to Waiheke Island. It was a rather painless trip, with lots of sea spray and plenty of wind. The ferry tickets are purchased ahead of time at the counter, and boarding takes place every thirty minutes, with fast departures. The ferry was prompt, punctual and comfortable. There's a bar available on there too, serving cold beers and wine! The restrooms are comfortable and clean. The crew on board seemed competent and friendly. My main complaint didn't actually happen to me. Ahead of me at the line for the ferry, another traveler was complaining that they had a city bus card, which would have allowed them cheaper fare than if they were paying just cash. The representative pointed out that they are not obligated to share the cheapest prices if not asked, which seems shady. read more

We took this 6.5 hour tour (including round trip ferry ride) to Waiheke Island. Ferry departed from and returned to the ferry terminal in downtown Auckland. We went to three wineries and an olive oil ranch. Philippe, our driver, was entertaining and gave clear instructions about how much time we would have at each stop. The first stop was at Stony Ridge Winery where we had lunch (quiche, bread, and salad) which was tasty. All dietary needs were accommodated and we tasted two wines. Next stop was Rangihoua where we learned things about olive oil I never knew before (including that once Extra virgin olive oil is more than two years old, it is downgraded to virgin olive oil and then olive oil, that you should look for free fatty acids less than .8, that Italy's (and most of Europe's oils are not regulated). We then tasted three different extra virgin olive oils, a chutney, and a spread. All were delicious. Next stop was my favorite - Casita Miro, a small winery where you will not find their wines any place outside of the winery. Meander gave a spirited presentation and the Spanish tile work was gorgeous. The wine descriptions were very funny, we learned how to correctly pronounce Gouda, and the presentation of the tasting was very classy. Our final stop was Mudbrick Winery which offered sweeping 360 views. We tasted three wines. The ferry ride was pleasant. I'm generally not a fan of large bus tours and the bus tended to be hot, even when we opened the vents. Other than that, this was an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon on Waiheke Island. It should be noted, however, that this tour would not be suitable for those with mobility issues. There were many steps and a hill climb at the last winery. read more

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Quick, easy transaction for tickets to many of the nearby islands. I've used Fuller's on two occasions, both for Waiheke. Fare was reasonably priced. Packages are available for purchase and if you're touring an island, I would definitely recommend a package. Packages include transit to the island and a hop-on-hop-off tour bus. The buses don't go around the whole island, but they stop at some of the best points of interest. I forgot about the packages the second time and we ended up paying more money to take a cab around the island. The ferry has an open upper deck and interior lower deck. The upper deck is fun, you'll catch quite a bit of wind, but so worth the views/pictures you'll get. They also serve drinks and lite snacks for sale on board. Ferrys leave at specific times, pickup a brochure when you buy the tickets so you're prepared and don't get stuck on an island (not the worst outcome as the islands are beautiful). read more

We took a harbor cruise with Fellers 360 and it was fantastic! I booked our tickets online the night before. The next morning we picked up the tickets at their little building on the waterfront (not right next to the Ferry Building). The 90 minute cruise leaves at both 10:45 and at 1:45. They take you out into the harbor and then east, going as far as Rangitoto Island; on the way there we saw the port, the downtown area, and numerous nice neighborhoods and small marinas. Then, we turned around and went past the dock, going as far west as the sugar refinery beyond the Harbour Bridge, seeing the North Head artillery and the naval base along the way. Then we finally turned around and saw a huge marina on the way back to the dock. Overall, we loved it. The cruise cost $50/person buy it was worth every penny. I highly recommend doing this while visiting Auckland. read more

Fullers does not allow you to book a seat on specific sailing. You simply have to show up and wait in line for the next ferry. If a ferry is full, you have to wait an hour for the next one - and if that is full, another hour for the one after that. We waited almost two hours in the hot sun yesterday - along with close to 1,000 other people . I recommend you book with Sealink instead - they allow you to book a seat. The staff were really frustrated as well. They said they had raised this issue with management repeatedly, and could not get changes made. Avoid Fuller's ferry at all costs - there are alternatives read more

Came across the Fuller Taste of Waiheke tour on tripadvisor. I highly recommend this package because it includes ferry tickets, bus tour, olive oil tasting at Rangihoua Estate, light lunch and 3 winery visits (we went to Stonyridge, Casita Miro and Mudbrick). Bonus you also get a complimentary all-day bus pass to continue to explore the island on your own. read more

Unlike the bus system we have on my home town which charges you by distance, we got charged $4.50 no matter where we got off an got back on. That meant our trip for the ferry dock to Onetangi was $4.50. Then our trip from Onetangi to Oneroa was $4.50 and from Oneroa to the ferry dock was another $4.50. That's a bit steep in price for a few miles, regardless of the hike in price for tourists. I'm not sure what the locals pay, but I doubt it is near this much. I would say to future travelers, buy some kind of package at the dock before hopping on and off. read more

Dreadful. Simply don't have enough boats to cope with the demand. If you want to travel then arrive 30+ to stand a chance of getting on. And if you miss it be prepared to wait an hour. Worst transport operator I have ever encountered. read more

This is specifically regarding the Hop On Hop Off bus tour on Waiheke: DO NOT do it! Bus blew right past us at stop and only comes around once an hour. We ended up taking it only twice and walked miles between vineyards and the town and was seriously worried if one was going to stop to pick us up at Cable Bay to get to the ferry in time. That was the entire day. Walking and hoping the bus actually stops where and when it's supposed to. Quite possibly the worst vacation experience I have ever had. Representative Anuj wrote us back offering us free tickets back to Waiheke but most vacationers won't be able to take a second day to go back. Hop off and good luck getting back on! read more

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Toured the harbor in Aukland leaving at 1:30 from the wharf. Nice 2 hour cruise with various history lessons and points of interest. read more

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Being just a recent transplant to Auckland, the whole idea of taking a ferry as a form of transportation is still a real novelty! Many commuters take the services from the North Shore into the city to save on transportation costs and to avoid the traffic coming in over the Harbour Bridge. It's a whole different world out on the water, and there's nothing better than standing out on the deck of the ferry, with the wind in your hair as you come into Auckland city to dock and vice versa. Having family in Devonport, I am a regular fixture on the ferry service and find it so efficient and enjoyable. I mean since when is public transport actually enjoyable I ask you! If you tire of the views up on deck you can head down below, find a sweet window seat, grab a coffee or snack from the little cafe and just enjoy the ride. read more

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I thought the service Fullers provided to Waiheke Island was pretty good! Ferry + 1.5 hour bus tour cost roughly $57nzd. The ticket also gives you unlimited bus useage across the island. Glenn was a great tour guide and we got off at several points along the way to have a quick walk along the beach or grab some photos or a drink. For food I would strongly suggest The Local at the main centre of Waiheke. Best burger I have had in my life. read more

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Quick and easy! This ferry is great for getting over to Devonport. Quick and easy to get a ticket, boarding easy and quick trip. read more

A great way to travel across town, or to another island. No fuss, no muss ferry/tour operator. They set us up with a nice wine tour of Waiheke Island and got us there quickly and efficiently. Your ferry ticket is good all day, so take advantage of it and explore your destination. Just be sure to be back at the ferry terminal before the last ferry leaves! read more

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Took a ride to Waiheke Island. Had a great time. Toured the wine country. The ferry ride was great.

If visiting Waiheke this is pretty much your only option as Fullers is effectively a monopoly. The ferry service is quite expensive, but it is safe and it runs on-time for the most part. However, be careful catching the last boat back to Auckland during summer weekends. There have been situations where the last boat has been over-capacity and left people stranded on the island overnight with no accommodation. Food service and drinks in the boat are pretty mediocre. If you are looking for a non-sugary non-caffeinated drink your only option is water. Bad news if you are diabetic and don't want to drink something loaded with caffeine. read more

The Waiheke Bus Company is run by Fullers (the ferry people) and offer an excellent service right across the Island. They do special tours by arrangement but they also do the hard slog, day-to-day of getting people around Waiheke on the regular bus service. My favourite memory of this company was being on a bus, the driver pulling over (not at a bus stop) and calling out to see if any of us wanted to get an ice cream! He hopped out and got one himself. I thought it was pretty much the coolest thing ever - back in Auckland the drivers are more likely to drive right pass you, take off at high speed before you're seated, or bark at you if you ask where they're going. The Waiheke bus drivers put up with so much - people flagging them down and wanting off at weird places, endless backpackers clambering on with backpacks, sweaty and directionless, giving directions and generally helping locals and visitors to the Island alike - they're amazing. read more

I used Fullers for my tour to Rangitoto Island. I booked through Viator for a discount. I appreciated the straightforwardness of the tour and timeliness of the departure, the condition of the boat, and most of all the male guide who drove us in a tractor on the volcanic tour. The only annoying thing with this tour, and it's not Fullers fault, is the expense of parking your car. I paid $60 for 12 hour parking at the marina near the Hilton because this tour lasted longer than the next lowest priced option of 3 hours. read more

Waiheke Island - the place everyone locally and abroad talks about, so it was my time to check it out finally. It was a good excuse to go when an overseas visitor popped in recently for a few days. We headed over on one of Fullers packaged deals - the 'Waiheke Explorer Tour'. The draw card was that it combined the returned ferry trip with the tour and an all day bus pass. The 10 am ferry trip, on a Thursday summer morning was full of commuters. An enjoyable scenic ride, however note to self - when will you learn - don't read newspapers during trip, slight queasiness in the stomach. The Fullers bus was comfortable, clean, on time, and the was driver very good at his job. He filled us in with lots of facts and figures like any tour guide, but he also went out of his way to talk to us with care and humour. The return trip in the late afternoon was even busier. Oh, I guess I should mention that the deal cost $49 for adults and $24.50 for children. We picked up tickets the day before from the Fuller booth, clearly visible on Auckland's waterfront. However I noticed we could have also bought tickets through their website WWW.FULLERS.CO.NZ or over the phone. read more

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Wine on Wahikeke! Do it. Glenn was our tour guide and was a blast. Aside from the American ribbing. Making fun of all four of us who were Americans, he made the trip very memorable and a entertaining. Fantastic wines at Mudbrick and just an overall beautiful place and fun experience. read more

These people are total dummies. Where do I start? I bought a ticket for the 12:00 boat, the. Waited in line for a 1/2 hr. When I got to the front they said, sorry boat is full? Why would you sell a ticket for a boat that's already full? 2nd on the pamphlet it says "return ferry does not stop at devinport". Well it does! Completely would have had a different day planned. 3rd, they told me ferry's depart and return every half hour. Come to find out that a wile doesn't start for another week? These people really don't know how to run a ferry and I take one to work everyday in the states so I do know how a well run ferry should work. read more

Round trip Aukland-Waiheke, nice boats and friendly staff. The boat had numerous departure and pick up times!!

Went to Stoneyridge on Wednesday with my partner on a Fuller's bus. Asked the driver whether he stopped near the vineyard and he said he did. Also others wanted that stop too. Before the stop he yelled out "Next stop Stoneyridge" and then drove right past it. When passengers queried why he did not stop he replied: "You have to ring the bell". My partner said at that stage: "If the driver says 'next stop' it means he's going to stop". When we boarded the bus passengers asked whether Stoneyridge was on his route: "Yes" so he knew well in advance he had passengers wanting to get off there. Overall his attitude was very grumpy and not helpful. This is not a good look for tourists and there were plenty from a visiting cruise ship. Also not a good look for Fullers or New Zealander's in general. Overall we have found Fullers' women drivers on Waiheke helpful and obliging but generally we find the men not to be as helpful and this driver was positively rude. read more