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5 Best Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruises In Auckland

Auckland’s best days out.

The 5 whale & dolphin watching cruises most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.

5 Best Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruises In Auckland

Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise - What you’re really looking for: whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, and seabirds
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Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

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1.Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

4.5-hour eco safari from Viaduct Harbour on a 65-foot catamaran. Spot whales, dolphins, seals, penguins and seabirds.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“It’s a must do. Fantastic day out with amazing crew. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Got to see sharks, whales, dolphins and blue penguins. Viator contributes to conservation and research. Will definitely recommend it and Viator to anyone visiting in Auckland.”

1,790 reviewsFrom $135.91by Auckland Whale and Dolphin Safari

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Auckland: Whale and Dolphin Watching Half-Day Eco Cruise - Rangitoto Island and North Head: the quick sightseeing warm-up
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Auckland: Whale and Dolphin Watching Half-Day Eco Cruise

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Auckland: Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise - Hauraki Gulf Wildlife Search: What This Cruise Is Really About
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Auckland: Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise

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Auckland: Tikapa Moana Dolphin, Whale and Island Cruise - Getting Oriented in Auckland: Meeting Point and What to Do First
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Auckland: Tikapa Moana Dolphin, Whale and Island Cruise

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4.Auckland: Tikapa Moana Dolphin, Whale and Island Cruise

A wildlife-focused cruise from Auckland’s Viaduct to the Hauraki Gulf, with a Waiheke island stop and stories from Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki.

★ 4.0

“Disappointed. If you’re interested in a 75-90 boat ride to and from the drop off island, you’ll like this tour. Dropped up passengers at two islands and then on to our search for dolphins. We managed to find one pod of dolphins during our 2 Read more”

17 reviewsFrom $105.50by Explore Group Limited

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