Waiheke Island offers several transport options: * Public buses run regularly from the ferry terminal to main villages * Taxis and rideshare services are available, however demand can be high and wait times can be long, especially late at night * Cars and scooters can be hired locally (booking ahead is recommended) * Many areas are walkable depending on accommodation location For the wedding day, we have organised a bus to transport everyone home, so you won’t need to worry about driving or finding a taxi after the celebrations.
There are three ferry operators servicing Waiheke Island. Passenger ferry (no cars) — Fullers360 & Island Direct * Departs from Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal * Arrives at Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke Island * Travel time is approximately 40 minutes * Ferries run frequently throughout the day Car ferry — Sealink NZ * Car and passenger ferry * Slower crossing, approximately 60–90 minutes * Departs from Half Moon Bay (not the CBD ferry terminal) * Limited daily sailings * Advance booking required, especially if bringing a vehicle Important ferry information * Ferry tickets should be booked in advance, particularly for weekend travel * Waiheke Island is very busy during wedding season and ferries can sell out * The last ferry departs Waiheke on Sunday night around 10pm, so accommodation on the island will be required on Sunday night https://www.fullers.co.nz/ https://islanddirect.co.nz/ https://www.sealink.co.nz/
Recommended services https://waihekenannies.co.nz/ Other options (unvetted) Belle https://www.theteachersconnections.com/babysitters#comp-migisugn1__707f942a-a719-4488-aef1-0e7d49379904 Astrid https://www.babysits.nz/babysitting/waiheke-island-auckland/8693932/
No wedding gifts, please - you've all travelled far to be here with us. Just come ready to party with us!