Bay of Islands Water Taxi

Bay of Islands Water Taxi operates a reliable water transport service based in Rawhiti, providing essential transfers for walkers, island visitors, and anyone needing to reach locations throughout the Bay that aren’t accessible by road. Run by Bob and Louise, this locally operated service focuses on getting passengers where they need to go safely and efficiently.

Transport Services

The primary service is Cape Brett walking track transfers. Walkers can arrange pickup from either the Cape Brett lighthouse or Deepwater Cove after completing the 16.5km track. Crucially, the service can collect hikers directly from the Cape Brett hut itself, eliminating the need to walk back to Deepwater Cove. This flexibility is particularly valuable for walkers managing tight schedules or challenging conditions.

Island shuttle services run during summer months, providing straightforward transport to Roberton Island, Moturua Island, and Urupukapuka Island for visitors who want to explore, swim, snorkel, or camp independently.

About This Service

• Base Location: Rawhiti
• Capacity: Up to 20 passengers
• Primary Service: Cape Brett track walker pickups
• Summer Operations: Island shuttle transfers
• Vehicle Parking: Available at operator’s property in Rawhiti
• Booking Method: Advance booking essential for Cape Brett transfers

Key Highlights

• Direct pickup from Cape Brett lighthouse saves walkers the return journey to Deepwater Cove
• Flexible scheduling accommodates walking track timings and changing conditions
• Expert boat handling ensures safe boarding in various sea states
• Reliable service with strong track record among Cape Brett walkers
• Competitive pricing for scheduled transfers and private charters

Practical Information

Louise manages bookings and provides practical advice on timing, weather windows, and pickup logistics. The service is known for reliability and flexibility, often accommodating last-minute timing adjustments when walkers are ahead or behind schedule. The ability to leave vehicles at the Rawhiti property simplifies logistics considerably for multi-day walkers.