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Sailing changes? We’ll keep you in the loop. We do our best to stick to schedule, but sometimes the weather or tides have other ideas. If there’s a disruption, we’ll post updates here and do our best to let you know as soon as possible. For the fastest updates, sign up for our travel alerts and we’ll send you a TXT straight to your mobile if there’s a last-minute change. It’s the easiest way to stay one step ahead.

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Rakino Island sailings

SeaLink sails to Rakino Island on set dates and times. 
 

Next Rakino sailing:
 

Date East Auckland (Half Moon Bay) Rakino Island
Oct 11 9:15am to Rakino Island 11:45am to Hamer St


To book on this sailing please contact our Customer Care Team on (09) 300 5900

Sailings to Rakino Island are weather dependant and subject to change. 

 
Reminder
Updated 10 September 2025

Protect the Gulf

Remember to ensure your vehicles are clean before arriving at our terminals as heavily soiled vehicles and machinery may be turned away from our vessels due to fear of spreading Kauri Die Back Disease to the Hauraki Gulf Islands.

For more information on SeaLink's commitment to keeping the Hauraki Gulf beautiful click here.
Reminder
Updated 08 September 2025

Senior Waiheke travel

Travelling to Waiheke Island as a foot passenger on your Gold AT HOP card from Half Moon Bay or Wynyard Quarter? Book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Please remember it is IMPORTANT that you 'tag on' when boarding and 'tag off' on arrival at your destination.

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Reminder
Updated 07 September 2025

Waiheke timetable change

Please be advised that due to construction work at our Half moon bay terminal, please note that we have diverted the 4.30pm ex Kennedy point to now arrive at Sealink Hamer street terminal on the following dates: 

August: 4th, 5th, 6th 

Thank you for understanding
Reminder
Updated 07 September 2025

Port Fitzroy winter timetable

Due to operational reasons, we have made the following changes to the Port Fitzroy sailings for the winter months.

The revised schedule for Port Fitzroy sailings is as follows:-
  • Wed - 6th Aug
  • Wed - 20th Aug
  • Wed - 3rd Sep
  • Wed - 17th Sep
  • Wed - 1st Oct
We will continue to keep the Tryphena dangerous goods (DG) sailings on Tuesday.

Sealink Team
Reminder
Updated 07 September 2025

Ferry check-in times

Waiheke Island & Great Barrier Island 
  • Check-in 30 minutes prior to departure to or from Waiheke Island
  • Check-in 60 minutes prior to departure to or from Great Barrier Island
Due to loading requirements, boarding will close 20 minutes prior to departure for vehicles and 15 minutes prior for foot passengers.

Please note: To get everyone loaded and ensure the ferry departs on time, we can’t guarantee passage if you’re running late.

- The SeaLink Team
Reminder
Updated 07 September 2025

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Rakino Island sailings

Get the latest on our next trip to Rakino Island.

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Protect the Gulf

Please make sure your vehicle is clean before you arrive at our terminals — it’s a simple way to help protect our beautiful islands.

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Senior Waiheke travel

Heading to Waiheke Island as a foot passenger on your Gold AT HOP card from Half Moon Bay or Auckland City?

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Waiheke timetable change

Due to construction at our Half Moon Bay terminal there have been some minor timetable changes.

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