Board at Pier 14, Auckland Ferry Terminal, 99 Quay Street, Auckland CBD. Departs Saturday and Sunday at 1:30pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Description
There's no better way to see Auckland's skyline than from the water. In just 90 minutes, take in the Harbour Bridge, Sky Tower, Devonport Naval Base and the volcanic silhouette of Rangitoto Island, all brought to life with expert live commentary on the city's maritime past. With comfortable indoor and outdoor seating and a licensed onboard cafe, it's equal parts sightseeing cruise and relaxed afternoon out on the harbour, popular with locals and visitors alike.
Tour Options
Auckland Harbour Cruise
Auckland Harbour Cruise : Enjoy a 90-minute scenic cruise across the Hauraki Gulf on the Auckland Harbour Cruise, departing at 1:30pm.
Itinerary
Sky Tower
Pass by
See the city of sails from the beautiful Waitamata harbour
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Pass by
Cruise under the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge, and watch out for the Bungy Jumpers
Waitemata Harbour
Pass by
Fullers360
Pass by
See the city of sails from the beautiful Waitamata harbour with Fullers360
What's included
Included
Live commentary on board
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
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265 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
3+ days before100% refund
0–3 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Auckland Harbour Cruise take?
Auckland Harbour Cruise lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Auckland Harbour Cruise cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this Auckland experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Auckland Harbour Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 3 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Board at Pier 14, Auckland Ferry Terminal, 99 Quay Street, Auckland CBD. Departs Saturday and Sunday at 1:30pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Auckland Harbour Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 80 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(265)
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Breanna A
July 12, 2026
Lots of good scenery
A great way to check out the harbour with some good snippets of info and history. At the end the skipper complained loudly to a patron about having to train staff and not getting paid enough, even though his offsider seemed like she was doing a good job. Her service was terrific though so likely the guy was having a bad day.
Operator response
Kia ora Breanna,
Thank you for taking the time to share your recent travel experience with us.
We are glad you enjoyed your travel via our Auckland Harbour Cruise. We are sorry to hear about the situation you have witnessed concerning our team members. This has been shared to their managers for them to address accordingly.
We hope to have you travel with us again soon.
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613hamishl
May 19, 2026
Excellent
Well priced great tour learnt alot
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Darren_C
May 8, 2026
Great day out on the...
Great day out on the harbour, Fullers were excellent 👌 cruised around inner harbour area, past harbour bridge, devonport, rangitoto
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Robert_O
April 24, 2026
Relaxing
Great trip highly recommended any one who is interested in the harbour and local history of Auckland
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Terry and Chris... H
April 22, 2026
A great way to see Auckland.
This is a great way to get an overall view of Auckland and its beautiful harbour. The commentary was clear and informative. Highly recommendwd.
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Joyce_H
April 10, 2026
Winner in my book.
Very easy to find. Staff available for questions. Weather was great and lots of room to roam, not very crowded .
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Susan_R
April 6, 2026
Very nice vessel with...
Very nice vessel with beautiful views of the water and sites around the Auckland waterfront. Crew was friendly and the guide was knowledgeable !!
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Alys_H
March 31, 2026
Hard to hear the commentary
I was a little disappointed with the harbour cruise. I had a very hard time hearing the commentary both inside and outside on the boat. I kept trying to find a place where I could hear her, but gave up and just enjoyed the views. I think the speakers could be turned up or improved on. I also heard from other passengers that the audio was cutting out on our specific tour due to a battery, so maybe that was part of it. Either way, u missed the commentary which is what I was looking forward do. We did get to see someone bungee jump from the bridge - that was cool!
I also do not think this activity is great for young children unless they really like geology or history.
Operator response
Hi There,
Thanks so much for taking the time to share this feedback - we really appreciate it.
We're genuinely sorry the audio issues meant you missed the commentary, which is such a key part of the experience. We'll pass along your comments about the speaker volume to our Customer Experience team so we can look into improving the audio setup.
If there is anything else you'd like to share wtih us, please visit our website and fill out a form in the 'Contact Us' section detailing the time and date of your experience and some one will get back to you.
Kind Regards,
The Fullers360 Team
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OCB
March 28, 2026
A Great Introduction to Auckland During Your First Visit
This harbour cruise offers a great way to understand how downtown Auckland fits into the harbour area. You will see some surrounding islands, the naval base, an historic lighthouse, and much more. It’s something that you should do if you on our your first visit to Auckland. The tour is a very informative 90 minutes with excellent commentary.
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katy92027
March 24, 2026
See Auckland by Water
Great way to start our New Zealand trip and see Auckland and its surroundings. Loved being on the water. Great narration, interesting and informative. I highly recommend taking a Fuller’s Ferry ride. Ther are many choices.
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