AUCKLAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 9 sailing 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“Highly recommend! Fabulous! A great way to see Auckland from the harbour. Customer service exceptional and crew extremely attentive couldn’t fault anything. 3 course meal flavoursome and delicious. Best fish I have ever had.”
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.
“Had a lovely day 'sailing' Crew was very responsive and interactive!!! People took turns at the helm and others were 'grinding' and helping the crew. A very informative and delightful afternoon!”
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.
“We had a wonderful experience on the Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-course dinner. The sailing crew was extremely friendly and welcoming. We were offered a complimentary welcome drink (alcoholic options included), and additional beverages were available for purchase at very reasonable prices. The 3-course dinner was very delicious and exceeded our expectations. The crew also…”
Sail Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour for 90 minutes past Sky Tower and the Harbour Bridge. Steer the yacht, enjoy coffee, ponchos, and live commentary.
“Peaceful sailing trip out and around the Harbour. The crew was very and friendly.”
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 amazing and memorable experience. The crew was awesome and so personable. I highly recommend this to anyone coming to Auckland. The views are beautiful”
1.5-hour yacht cruise from Viaduct Harbour in Auckland, with live commentary, jackets, and tea or hot chocolate included.
“You are in the sun but they supplied water snack and sunscreen. Music and you were on a sailboat. Very fun”
Exclusive Pacific Star catamaran from Waiheke: sailing practice, pest-free island walk, snorkel, SUP, and possible dolphins and whales.
“Absolutely fabulous day out in the Hauraki Gulf. Snorkeling, paddleboarding, doubles kayak, great food, great boat. The skipper Peter and his assistant, Renee we gracious hosts. We all had an amazing day. Highly recommend this for anyone. We were part of a 21st and it was just a truly wonderful day for us all.”
Sail the Hauraki Gulf from Waiheke Island on the Pacific Star catamaran with snorkeling, SUP, a pest-free island walk, and wildlife views.
“Wind and sailing were excellent. Captain Bruce let us sail quite a bit. We also had a walk on Tiritiri Matangi island that had amazing birds and views. His lunch spread was also top-notch.”
Sail Waiheke’s Gulf Marine Park on a 41-foot catamaran with a guided pest-free island walk, snorkel and paddle board time, plus lunch.
“We had a good day out on the water even though the weather wasn't the most pleasant. They crew provided a fun experience and yummy snacks. Especially liked the the tour was so small, almost felt private.”
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
