19th June 2011 This punt ferry is unique in the not only New Zealand, but also (apparently) the Southern Hemisphere. The ferry man is really obliging and informative. While it is possible to cross the river by bridge a few kilometres downstream, if you want a rare experience it is well worth spending the time, even to travel across and back on foot. The ferry uses no engine, just the flow of the river, so it is really quiet. A step back in time, but it risks being lost from being under utilised. A pity it is not well marketed by the tourism industry.
19th June 2011 This punt ferry is unique in the not only New Zealand, but also (apparently) the Southern Hemisphere. The ferry man is really obliging and informative. While it is possible to cross the river by bridge a few kilometres downstream, if you want a rare experience it is well worth spending the time, even to travel across and back on foot. The ferry uses no engine, just the flow of the river, so it is really quiet. A step back in time, but it risks being lost from being under utilised. A pity it is not well marketed by the tourism industry.
This punt ferry is unique in the not only New Zealand, but also (apparently) the Southern Hemisphere. The ferry man is really obliging and informative. While it is possible to cross the river by bridge a few kilometres downstream, if you want a rare experience it is well worth spending the time, even to travel across and back on foot. The ferry uses no engine, just the flow of the river, so it is really quiet. A step back in time, but it risks being lost from being under utilised. A pity it is not well marketed by the tourism industry.