Bike Ferry, Dunedin Harbour Cycle Loop

Book your ferry crossing here and choose your preferred departure point (Port Chalmers or Portobello) and departure time.
We will always contact you after booking to confirm this and send you exact meeting instructions.
Arrange your bicycle hire before your trip if required, as bicycle hire is not included. We are happy to suggest bike hire companies if need be.
Arrive at ferry departure point at least 10 minutes before agreed departure time. --Meet your skipper at the departure point with your bicycle. Please remove any bags or loose items from your bike before loading.
Your skipper will carefully load your bicycle onto the ferry while you board and take a seat either inside the cabin or outside on the partially sheltered deck.
Enjoy the crossing. Relax on the scenic 10-minute ferry ride across Otago Harbour while listening to live and informative commentary about the harbour's history, wildlife, working port and local landmarks.
Arrive at your destination. Your skipper will unload your bicycle, and you can continue your self-guided journey around the Otago Harbour Cycle Loop at your own pace.
Complete your ride. The full cycle loop is approximately 32 km. We recommend riders allow a minimum 2 hours, but ideally 3 hours or more incase of unexpected events of headwind. Most average fitness rider will do it in just over 2 hours with no stops, wind and who are familiar with route. But this depends on fitness, stops for cafés, sightseeing and photos. For stops add more time.

Please note: The ferry departs promptly at the scheduled time and cannot wait for late arrivals. It operates in most weather conditions, so please dress appropriately and check the forecast before your ride.