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Home/Destinations/Auckland/Harbour Cruises

Auckland Harbour Cruises

Take to the water in the “City of Sails”: harbour cruises and sailing trips across the Waitematā Harbour and Hauraki Gulf, from sightseeing and sunset cruises to America’s Cup yacht sailing and dolphin and whale watching. A scenic way to experience Auckland’s maritime spirit.

118 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise
Auckland
Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise
4.6(1,914)·4h 30min
from$129/ person
via Viator
Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Auckland
Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour
4.0(1,274)·1 day
from$41/ person
via Viator
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
Auckland
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
4.9(1,258)·4h–4h 10min
from$41/ person
via Viator
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
Auckland
Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner
4.5(519)·2h 30min
from$103/ person
via Viator
Auckland Scenic Day Tour Full-Day- 8 HOURS
Auckland
Auckland Scenic Day Tour Full-Day- 8 HOURS
4.9(404)·8 hours
from$129/ person
via Viator
America's Cup Sailing Experience on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour
Auckland
America's Cup Sailing Experience on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour
4.6(341)·2 hours
from$123/ person
via Viator
Auckland: Waiheke Island Wine Tour + Tastings & Beachfront Lunch
Waiheke Island
Auckland: Waiheke Island Wine Tour + Tastings & Beachfront Lunch
4.8(279)·5 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Auckland Harbour Cruise
Auckland
Auckland Harbour Cruise
4.2(265)·1h 30min
from$36/ person
via Viator
6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland
Auckland
6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland
5.0(223)·6 hours
from$167/ person
via Viator
Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS
Auckland
Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS
4.9(157)·4 hours
from$72/ person
via Viator
The Tastebud Tour, award winning food tour of Auckland
Auckland
The Tastebud Tour, award winning food tour of Auckland
4.9(151)·4 hours
from$158/ person
via Viator
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour
Auckland
Auckland Shore Excursion: Half-Day Guided City Tour
4.8(151)·3 hours
from$63/ person
via Viator
Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience
Auckland
Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience
4.5(95)·1h 30min
from$66/ person
via Viator
Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour
Auckland
Auckland City Small-Group Morning Discovery Tour
4.8(71)·3 hours
from$63/ person
via Viator
Private Auckland Airport Transfer to/from Auckland Hotels -SUV
Auckland
Private Auckland Airport Transfer to/from Auckland Hotels -SUV
4.6(70)·1–3 hours
from$66/ person
via Viator
Group tour to Bay of Islands return from Auckland
Auckland
Group tour to Bay of Islands return from Auckland
4.9(67)·12 hours
from$264/ person
via Viator
Auckland Highlights 4 Hrs city Tour
Auckland
Auckland Highlights 4 Hrs city Tour
4.7(61)·4 hours
from$80/ person
via Viator
Bay of Islands 2-Day Small Group Tour from Auckland with Cruise
Auckland
Bay of Islands 2-Day Small Group Tour from Auckland with Cruise
4.9(52)·2 days
from$419/ person
via Viator
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
Auckland
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour
5.0(44)·2 hours
from$63/ person
via Viator
Auckland Sights Exclusive 4 Hour Luxury Day Tour
Auckland
Auckland Sights Exclusive 4 Hour Luxury Day Tour
4.8(42)·4 hours
from$144/ person
via Viator
Auckland Sunset Harbour Cruise
Auckland
Auckland Sunset Harbour Cruise
4.3(41)·2 hours
from$26/ person
via Viator
Discover Auckland City Tour: The City of Sails
Auckland
Discover Auckland City Tour: The City of Sails
5.0(33)·3 hours
from$101/ person
via Viator
Auckland: Tikapa Moana Dolphin, Whale and Island Cruise
Auckland
Auckland: Tikapa Moana Dolphin, Whale and Island Cruise
4.0(22)·7h 45min
from$121/ person
via Viator
London Routemaster Double Decker Auckland Discovery
Auckland
London Routemaster Double Decker Auckland Discovery
5.0(22)·1h 30min
from$28/ person
via Viator
Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland
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Auckland
Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland
4.7(21)·1h 30min
from$23$26/ person
via Viator
Auckland Walking Tour: Small-Group History & Culture Experience
Auckland
Auckland Walking Tour: Small-Group History & Culture Experience
5.0(21)·3 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours
Auckland
Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours
4.9(16)·8 hours
from$129/ person
via Viator
Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience
Auckland
Auckland City Tour — One Day The Ultimate Auckland Experience
5.0(15)·7 hours
from$155/ person
via Viator
Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise
Auckland
Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise
4.6(14)·1h 30min
from$35/ person
via Viator
Auckland Night Lights Cruise with Welcome Drink & Canape's
−11%
Auckland
Auckland Night Lights Cruise with Welcome Drink & Canape's
4.2(9)·2 hours
from$41$46/ person
via Viator
Auckland Sights Exclusive 8 Hour Luxury Day Tour
Auckland
Auckland Sights Exclusive 8 Hour Luxury Day Tour
4.9(8)·8 hours
from$284/ person
via Viator
Discover Auckland Half Day Tour: From Harbour to Volcano
Auckland
Discover Auckland Half Day Tour: From Harbour to Volcano
5.0(5)·3–4 hours
from$98/ person
via Viator
Jetboat Adventure Auckland Harbour.
Auckland
Jetboat Adventure Auckland Harbour.
5.0(4)·35 min
from$63/ person
via Viator
Full Day Fishing Trip on Auckland Waitemata Harbour
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Auckland
Full Day Fishing Trip on Auckland Waitemata Harbour
3.7(3)·9 hours
from$50$57/ person
via Viator
Auckland Harbour Lunch Cruise with Buffet and Scenic Views
Auckland
Auckland Harbour Lunch Cruise with Buffet and Scenic Views
3.0(2)·2h 15min
from$48/ person
via Viator
Black Sand Beaches & Birds Auckland Sightseeing Tour
Auckland
Black Sand Beaches & Birds Auckland Sightseeing Tour
5.0(2)·6 hours
from$167/ person
via Viator
Auckland Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
Auckland
Auckland Harbour Sightseeing Cruise
3.0(1)·1 hour
from$17/ person
via Viator
Auckland City Half Day Small Group Tour - Best Spots
Auckland
Auckland City Half Day Small Group Tour - Best Spots
1.0(1)·3h 30min
from$92/ person
via Viator
Auckland Dinner Cruise Scenic Views and Seasonal Buffet
Auckland
Auckland Dinner Cruise Scenic Views and Seasonal Buffet
2h 30min
from$54/ person
via Viator
Auckland Scenic City Highlights Half Day Tour
Auckland
Auckland Scenic City Highlights Half Day Tour
3h 30min
from$92/ person
via Viator
Auckland to Volcanoes: North Island Self-Guided Adventure
Auckland
Auckland to Volcanoes: North Island Self-Guided Adventure
8h 30min
from$3/ person
via Viator
Auckland City Highlights with Kiwi Favorites - Small group
Auckland
Auckland City Highlights with Kiwi Favorites - Small group
3–4 hours
from$66/ person
via Viator
Full Day Private Tour of Auckland - Layers Of The City
Auckland
Full Day Private Tour of Auckland - Layers Of The City
7 hours
from$287/ person
via Viator

Harbour Cruises in Auckland — FAQ

What can you do on an Auckland harbour cruise?
Auckland harbour cruises sail the Waitematā Harbour and Hauraki Gulf, from sightseeing and sunset trips to hands-on America’s Cup yacht sailing and dolphin and whale-watching eco-cruises.
Can you go whale and dolphin watching from Auckland?
Yes — eco-cruises from Auckland head into the Hauraki Gulf to spot dolphins, whales and seabirds, with sightings common across much of the year.
Is an Auckland harbour cruise worth it?
Yes — sailing the harbour and gulf, whether sightseeing, racing an America’s Cup yacht or spotting dolphins, is a scenic highlight of the “City of Sails”.

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