Which ferry is better interislander vs bluebridge?
In Summary. Bluebridge benefits: cheaper ticket deals, free movie showings, more cabins, overnight Wellington to Picton sailing, central Wellington terminal. Interislander benefits: more space, cheaper and more varied food and drink options, smoother sailing on choppy days (larger ships), outside seating.
How much does it cost to take a caravan across Cook Strait?
And you can change it as many times as you like up to 12 months from your original travel date….Save heaps on Bluebridge.
| Fare Type | Flexi Off Peak Rate | Flexi Peak Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Caravan up to 7m Each extra 0.5m | $111 $25 | $117 $28 |
| Trailer up to 5.5m Each extra 0.5m | $112 $23 | $115 $30 |
| Motorbike up to 2m | $39 | $45 |
Does bluebridge ferry have WiFi?
WiFi is available in the passenger areas inside the terminals and the ships.
How much is it to put a car on the ferry?
Ferry Prices
| Vehicle | Off Peak Fare | Peak Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Car | $180 | $225 |
| Motorhome at or under 5.5 Metres | $171 | $200 |
| Motorhome 5.6 to 6.0 Metres | $200 | $230 |
| Motorhome 6.1 to 6.5 Metres | $235 | $270 |
Who owns Bluebridge ferry?
Champ Private Equity Group
Bluebridge ferry Straitsman is now owned by funds managed by Champ Private Equity Group. Ellison’s father – Jim Barker – had been closely involved in the sale process up until his death in August.
Who owns Strait NZ?
In 2016, Strait Shipping was sold to Australian-based Champ Private Equity Group. At the same time, Champ Group also purchased trucking companies Freight Lines and Streamline Freight, which had both been separately owned by the Barker family.
Do nzmca members get a discount on Inter-Islander ferries?
I have been looking for information on the NZMCA website for discounts for the Inter-Islander ferry service. This is listed as a benefit in the member’s benefits section (“NZMCA Members receive discounts when crossing Cook Straight on either the Bluebridge or Inter Islander ferries”)
How does Bluebridge work for nzmca members?
With Bluebridge it is the same cost each way for NZMCA members if you are booking a one way trip or a return trip, so no need really to book your return trip until you really need to. Also as you have already prepaid on Bluebridge at the time of booking, no delays lining up to make the payment at boarding time.
Are Bluebridge ferry tickets refundable?
Bluebridge have dropped most of their ferry fares to give you even better value. They’ve also shortened their peak period to 20 December to 10 January so you’ll only pay the off-peak fares most of the year. All NZMCA Bluebridge fares are 100% refundable and date changeable for free.
Do nzmca members get discounts when crossing Cook Straight?
This is listed as a benefit in the member’s benefits section (“NZMCA Members receive discounts when crossing Cook Straight on either the Bluebridge or Inter Islander ferries”) However, I have only been able to find information on Bluebridge discounts in the member’s only area of the website.
