Passenger Information
The Timaru District is centrally located on the East Coast of the South Island. There is much to see and do here, and it is the closest Port to New Zealand's highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook.
PrimePort is conveniently located near the heart of Timaru City, where you can walk straight off the ship and start exploring. It is a short walking distance to our town Centre, restaurants and shops, or visitors can enjoy exploring the picturesque Caroline Bay reserve area, including the world famous Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden, finishing with a tasty beverage at one of the many hospitality establishments in the town.
On cruise days a bus shuttle service operates from the Port to Heritage Place in the CBD, where the Visitor Information Centre is located.
Excursions to the wider region offer visitors the opportunity to discover our majestic hinterland - the alpine village of Lake Tekapo, set on the shores of an impressive alpine lake or Mesopotamia, where the braided river bed leads to the valley surrounded by the magnificent southern alps. The boutique village of Geraldine is 40 minutes drive from the CBD and offers an array of museums, art galleries and food and beverage tastings. One hour drive south is the historic Victorian town of Oamaru, and the impressive huge spherical Moeraki Boulders are a short 30 minute trip from the town.
Docking Information
For more information please see the full overview of the port facilities
Harbourmaster’s Directions: Any class of vessel with LOA greater than 261m that has not previously visited the port shall be subject to an assessment by PrimePort Timaru pilots to confirm that its maneuvering characteristics allow it to safely navigate within the pilotage area.
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