Bluff, New Zealand

Cruise Port

Bluff

Town in Southland, New Zealand.

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Overview

Bluff is a cruise port in New Zealand. It lies on the coast at approximately -46.6, 168.333.

About Bluff

Bluff, previously known as Campbelltown, is a town and seaport in the Southland region, on the southern coast of the South Island of New Zealand serving as the main port of Invercargill. It is the southernmost town in mainland New Zealand and, despite Slope Point and Stewart Island being further south, Bluff is colloquially used to refer to the southern extremity of the country. According to the 2018 census, the resident population was 1,797, a decrease of 6 since 2013.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Bluff — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Bluff

Bluff from Stewart Island ferry
Bluff from Stewart Island ferry
Stirling Point Signpost
Stirling Point Signpost
Flutey paua house
Flutey paua house

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 18°C in Jan and coolest around 10°C in Jun (average daytime highs).

Jan
18°
12°
Feb
18°
11°
Mar
17°
11°
Apr
15°
9°
May
13°
8°
Jun
10°
4°
Jul
10°
5°
Aug
11°
5°
Sep
12°
6°
Oct
13°
7°
Nov
15°
9°
Dec
17°
11°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Bluff the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Bluff, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →