AUCKLAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 14 auckland harbour cruises most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.
Sail past Sky Tower and the Harbour Bridge on a 50-foot yacht with live commentary, plus a three-course dinner and a welcome drink.
Most Popular“Very nice experience traveling the harbour on a sailboat. People that do not have sea legs would be difficult for them. Skipper and crew very friendly.”
Sail Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour on a real America’s Cup yacht. Take the helm, help trim sails, and feel race-day speed in 2 hours.
“Excellent experience of what it is like to sail an americas cup racing yacht on the raged edge at 45 degrees roll. Yacht was a semi finalist in 1995 race. Hard work on the sail winches. 4 man crew looked like they had just left school, but very competent.”
Auckland harbour sightseeing cruise from downtown for 90 minutes, with live English commentary, Harbour Bridge and Sky Tower skyline views.
“The welcome before boarding, had a lovely conversation with a young lady, had a seat on top deck, weather eas sunny but gusty on the open water, We were given infomation on the sites including from the Capt. Great to see Auckland sites from the Harbour. climed the Bridge that morning so fab to see…”
Sail Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour on a 50ft yacht, then enjoy a 3-course dinner from The Lula Inn as city lights up. Jackets included.
“100% recommend! The atmosphere was fantastic and the food was great!”
Sail Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour for 90 minutes past Sky Tower and the Harbour Bridge. Steer the yacht, enjoy coffee, ponchos, and live commentary.
“we were made feel very welcoming and staff were helpful and beautiful”
Sail an America’s Cup racing-class yacht on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour. Take the helm or help with sails and see the skyline.
“Absolutely beautiful sunny day in the Harbour. It was so fun to help with the sails and get a chance to drive the boat. Excellent staff and experience.”
A 90-minute Auckland Harbour Cruise from 107 Quay Street with live commentary, skyline photo stops, and easy planning in any weather.
“Nice boat ride but not masses to see. Good commentary but often hard to hear. Did make a nice way to spend an hour and a half on a beautiful sunny afternoon.”
1.5-hour yacht cruise from Viaduct Harbour in Auckland, with live commentary, jackets, and tea or hot chocolate included.
“My boys both being able to Sail the ship, alongside the super friendly crew. Alongside the other passengers whom were on board with us. Made for a very delightful time.”
Take a 90-minute Auckland sunset cruise under the Harbour Bridge with live commentary, skyline views, and a fully licensed onboard bar.
See Auckland’s lit-up harbor landmarks on a 2-hour night cruise with canapés and one included drink from Westhaven Marina.
90-minute Auckland Waitematā Harbour cruise with live commentary, panoramic skyline views, and optional drinks, from Z Pier near Billfish Café.
“It was an excellent tour.”
35-minute Auckland jet boat on Waitematā Harbour with fast drifts, spins, and Auckland Harbour Bridge skyline views from Westhaven.
“This was an easy access activity with lots of water splashing. Great for kids of all ages. The meeting point is Z pier as advertised except, there’s no signage.”
A relaxed 1.5-hour Auckland sunset cruise on The Red Boats: Harbour Bridge views, Rangitoto Island at dusk, and a licensed onboard bar.
“It’s ok of an experience but not WOW. Old boat that moves very slow. I’d have rather gone on a tour of piha beach”
A 90-minute Auckland Harbour cruise with Rangitoto and Bridge views, live commentary, and a wine-or-beer cheese and charcuterie box.
“Staff was SO kind and friendly! :)”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
