Getting Here
You are welcome to visit in your own boat and moor temporarily at the jetty. Check with the Keeper as to where to tie up so that you are not blocking access for the ferry or charter boat. Please do not tie up on the Keeper’s boat line or to the wrecks.
Charter Boats
For events organised by the QI/KT Community, we organise the boat transfers and collect payment on behalf of the boat operator. The usual departure point is from the jetty at Back Beach, Port Chalmers, but pickups are also possible from Portobello Pontoon. A one-way transfer from either direction takes about 10 minutes, and charter boat operators can do multiple trips if needed.
Options
Port To Port Cruises and Wildlife Tours
Port To Port can collect and return passengers to various locations around the Harbour including Portobello, Port Chalmers, and Carey’s Bay. Surveyed for 20 people, and can conduct multiple transfers for larger groups. Minimum charges may apply in quiet periods. Port To Port runs a year round scheduled timetable as well as on demand crossings and wildlife and school holiday cruises. Full professional commentary provided, modern bathroom onboard and enclosed and heated cabin. Port-to-Port website.
Otago Water Taxis & Tours Ltd
Otago Water Taxi is surveyed for 18 passengers and can do multiple trips if there are more than 18 in your group. They also offer bike transfers and Harbour and Wildlife trips. Otago Water Taxis and Tours provide fast, safe and comfortable transport on Otago Harbour. They can pick-up and drop-off anywhere with a jetty or floating pontoon. Otago Water Taxi website.
Natures Wonders
This service operates a catamaran, the Albatross Express, which is another option for large groups (26 – 50 ppl). Usual departure point is the Portobello Pontoon or fisherman’s wharf at Careys Bay. Natures Wonders website.
Pickup Point One – Back Beach
Via Port Chalmers, Back Beach by the Port Chalmers Yacht Club. Please use the single parks on the road outside of the Back Beach Yacht Club carpark if coming for the day or overnight.
Pickup point Two – Near Portobello
This alternative pickup is at the floating jetty. Park there or by the hall.