Cruising to Bermuda May 2014

[warrior69]

Just booked on Norwegian Dawn next May 16 Boston-Bermuda. Interested how accessible the water bus from Dock Yard to Hamilton is for someone using a cane or walker.

[Essiesmom]

Very accessible. You can roll right on. EM

[vickila]

The ferries are catamaran types, going up or down by weight. Mobility scooters sometimes have to use a put down ramp if weight is not right. Thius you could have a step up or down at times, but moderate. There are lines for the ferries at the Dockyard. . In Hamilton there are benches for waiting. Hamilton is shopping mostly, paved sidewalks. Ride over is 20 minutes, generally smooth and pretty. Vicki

[xxoocruiser]

Just booked on Norwegian Dawn next May 16 Boston-Bermuda. Interested how accessible the water bus from Dock Yard to Hamilton is for someone using a cane or walker.

 

The day I used it the boat did not have a roll on ramp. However the crew lifted my scooter onto the boat and they assisted me onto the ferry. They were exceptional ! I understand that this was a rare exception as the boat generally used has an accessible ramp.

[mamaofami]

I was docked in Hamilton so didn't use the ferry, but we did hire a guide who put my travel scoot into his trunk and I was able to get all around. I believe, IIRC, that the beach had a beach wheel chair.

[TriciaR1970]

Will be no problem at all! Some of the restaurants and shops will be a challenge for sure but getting on the ferry will be no problem.