Rakino Island Ferry

 

* Under 14 years must be accompanied by an Adult. Please call Belaire Ferries on 09 416 6344 to discuss travel options. Secondary students 16 years and older must provide Student ID to be eligible for a concessionary fare.
** Family One-Way Pass – Up to 4 passengers, maximum 2 adults
*** All items are carried subject to our luggage policy
**** The Delivery Ticket is available to passengers who would like to accompany luggage or children to Rakino and then immediately return to Downtown Auckland on the same sailing.

Biosecurity

 

If you discover a pest on the island call the DOC 24 hour emergency hotline: 0800 362 468

Rakino Island is a Pest Free Island and is subject to strict biosecurity standards enforced by the Department of Conservation and Auckland Council’s Biosecurity team. Belaire Ferries is obliged to ensure that passenger’s luggage complies with the following requirements:

 

Footwear & Outdoor Gear

Footwear, tents and outdoor gear should be clean of mud and soil before boarding the ferry. This is to prevent unwanted seeds reaching the island. There is a permanent shoe brush available for use at Pier 6 up on Queens Wharf.

General Luggage

All luggage should be packed in sealed boxes or bags that can be zipped or tied closed. Luggage should be sealed up when you depart from home for the ferry, and should remain closed until you have reached the island to prevent unwanted pests hitching a ride.

Bags should be clean of mud to prevent unwanted seeds reaching the island.

Plants

Soak seedlings in water and observe for about 10 minutes. Larger plants should be soaked for up to an hour depending on their size. Any ants or plague skinks/eggs should evacuate or drown.

Check for Stowaways

Rats, mice, Argentine ants and rainbow skinks are all pests considered detrimental to our native fauna and flora. All gear should be checked before you leave home to ensure there are no stowaways. There should be no opportunity for unwanted pests to get inside luggage throughout its’ journey from home to the island.

Dogs and Cats

Unlike the other pest free islands in the Hauraki Gulf, Dogs and Cats are permitted on Rakino. Whilst on the ferry, dogs must be on a lead and under control at all times, and a muzzle should be carried if your dog has tendencies to nip or is known to be aggressive towards other dogs. The skipper may request that your dog be muzzled. Cats are permitted on board as long as they are in a travel carrier. All animals are carried at the discretion of the skipper.

If you have any questions or queries regarding biosecurity, please visit the Department of Conservation website

We are the proud providers of the Downtown direct to Rakino Island ferry service.

Belaire Ferries pride ourselves on delivering a quality passenger service with an emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction. Idyllic Rakino Island is only a 45 minute trip away from Auckland’s CBD and is a fantastic destination for weekend getaways or day trips. We support the community’s endeavors to keep Rakino pest free.

Departing from Pier 6 at the Downtown Ferry Terminal, which is conveniently located near the Britomart transport hub, We provide a direct service to and from Rakino Island on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays as well as additional sailings during peak summer and public holiday weekends.

Bookings are not required.

Do I need to book?

There is no need to book, however we do ask that you arrive 15-20 minutes prior to departure to allow time for loading luggage and ticketing

On those days when we expect large number of passengers we endeavor to provide a larger vessel. On the odd occasion when there are more passengers than we can carry we send the ferry back to pick up those left behind. there might be a bit of a delay but no one will be left stranded.

Where can I purchase tickets?

Tickets are all sold on board. We accept Cash, Visa, MasterCard and EFTPOS

Do you accept Super Gold Cards?

Auckland Transport does not offer SuperGold fares on this service.

Do you have parking available?

Drop-off and loading bays are available on the eastern side of the Ferry Building. Weekend and long-term parking is available at the Downtown Carpark. There is a weekend special available for entry after 3.30pm on Friday and exit before 8am the following Monday: More Info

Can I travel to Rakino Island from Stanley Bay?

Some services offer the option of a pick up and/or drop off at Stanley Bay. Please check our timetable for availability.

Can I travel to Rakino Island from Hobsonville Marina?

At this time there is no interconnecting service available.

What happens in the case of bad weather?

It may be necessary to postpone a particular service. Passengers are advised to call the customer service line or check our website for updates. Ph 09 416 6344

A text alert will be sent out to those registered for our text alerts. If you would like to receive text alerts for the Rakino Island Ferry Service, text ‘RAKINO” to 021 043 2597

Registration text will cost a standard text fee. All text alerts sent to you will be free of charge.

How much luggage may I carry?

Please click here to view our luggage allowance

Do you carry pets?

Yes, you can travel with your pet on our ferries, however specific animal pests such as rabbits, ferrets and stoats are not permitted. To ensure everyone’s comfort and safety, please read our terms & conditions on domestic animals on board.

How can I transfer large amount of freight?

Belaire Ferries recommends using the Sealink service Sealink Freight

The Facilitator barge is another option: M.V Facilitator

Where do I go to connect to other public transport?

For all public transport information please contact Auckland Transport on (09) 366 6400 or Online Here