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Great Barrier Island (Tryphena)

4 Shoal Bay Road, Great Barrier Island (Aotea Island) 0991

Tryphena Wharf is our main terminal on Great Barrier Island, and your gateway to and from the mainland. Tucked into one of the island’s most scenic spots, it’s where we load up with passengers, freight, and island vibes. Regular sailings keep things running smoothly for locals, visitors, and businesses alike. The terminal plays a crucial role in supporting the island’s tourism and local economy by ensuring consistent and reliable access to the mainland. Regular ferry schedules make travel convenient and accessible year-round.

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Ferries

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Checking-in

All passengers and vehicles travelling to or from our terminals with or without vehicles should report to our kiosk prior to departure, times below

Destination
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Heavy vehicles
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Auckland City (Hamer St)
60 minutes prior
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60 minutes prior
60 minutes prior

Auckland City (Hamer St)

Vehicle and driver 60 minutes prior
Walk-on passengers 30 minutes prior
Heavy vehicles 60 minutes prior
Unaccompanied vehicles 60 minutes prior

Boarding the ferry

Boarding with a vehicle

We know the thought of reversing a vehicle on to a boat can be daunting. Don't worry, our staff are experts and will help guide you safely on board. Remember to use your mirrors and listen to all instructions from our team.

Boarding by foot

If you're travelling as a foot passenger, we have a loading area for foot passengers to gather. The traffic marshal or crew will direct you when it is time to load. For your own safety we do not allow foot passengers and vehicles to load at the same time. Please follow the crew instructions and walk in the pedestrian areas only.

Unaccompanied vehicles or trailers

Unaccompanied vehicles or trailers can only travel on certain sailings and by prior arrangement which must be made by calling SeaLink on (09) 300 5900. Loading and unloading fees apply per vehicle.

Unaccompanied children

We strongly recommend that a parent or guardian accompany passengers under 14 years of age on all services. Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by an adult passenger at all times. Children aged between 7 and 12 years inclusive may travel alone when a Parent and or Guardian completes an 'Unaccompanied Minor' form online or at check-in.

Other information

Parking

There's limited short-term parking available around Tryphena and no long-term parking.

Dangerous Goods

We regularly operate dangerous good sailings to and from Waiheke and Great Barrier Islands. These sailings have limited space and extra precautions are taken. Dangerous goods can include petrol, diesel, paint, bleach, LPG, car batteries, bees and hay.

Pest-Free Hauraki Gulf

It is important that we work together to ensure that the islands within the Hauraki Gulf are protected from pest species that could disrupt the natural flora and fauna that exist there.

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