Best Ferry Rides Around The World and India

Ferry rides are not new. Waterways have been the traditional mode of transport world over. Remember the Noahs Ark or Matsya Avatar story that talks about a boat. As the other modes of transport like railways, motorways and airways developed, waterways started taking a backseat.

However, there are still some routes that are best visited by traveling on water or Ferry rides.

Ferry Rides continue to be a favorite mode of transport to travel to remote islands or landmasses disconnected from the mainland. I have taken many scenic ferry rides around the world, and there are many that are high on my wish list.

So, let me take you to some of these Ferry rides:

Best Ferry Rides Around The World

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ferry Ride – New York/ New Jersey

I have visited New York for just one day, but I made sure that I took this ferry to Ellis Island to see the famous statue of liberty. I also visited the Ellis Island Museum. As the ferry drives closer to the statue, you realize how big it is. On the other side, skyline of New York gradually starts appearing.

It is a visual delight to ride this ferry, to see with your own eyes the iconic views on either side.

Ellis Island Museum is a tribute to the migrants who landed on this port and made their home here.

Star Ferry Ride – Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong

You cannot miss this ferry ride that shuttles you between Hong Kong and Kowloon. It is a part of everyday life in the city state, used as much by the locals as the tourists and visitors.

If you stay on the Hong Kong side, take the ferry around sunset to Kowloon to watch the symphony of lights. It is a light show that happens every evening around 8 PM for about 10 minutes.

If you are staying on the Kowloon side take the ferry anytime to visit the main island and its various street markets.

Vancouver to Victoria Ferry Ride

Victoria, the capital of British Columbia is an island that can be approached either by air or water only. By air you can take a sea plane that flies low over the islands. It is an experience worth exploring.

The more popular way is the ferry that is actually a multi-level cruise ship. It has restaurants, coffee shop, open deck and other entertainment options. I took it around sunset time from Victoria and it was a relaxing experience after walking around the beautiful Victoria.

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