The 4 Harbour Sightseeing Cruises in New Zealand That Earn the Fare

1.Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 476 reviews · from $105Our pick

Board a 50-foot sailing yacht at Viaduct Harbour for a 2.5-hour evening cruise with a welcome drink, live commentary, and three-course dinner. See the Sky Tower, Harbour Bridge, Ferry Building, and Mt. Eden. Jackets and blankets are supplied, and you may help with the sails or take the wheel.

“What a beautiful way to see Auckland Harbor, and the city other than a sunset, cruise coming back into the harbor and you get to see some of the sunset colors against the backdrop of Auckland and the sky tower was beautiful”

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2.Scenic Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 369 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35Best value

Join Fullers at Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal for a 90-minute cruise across Waitemata Harbour. You’ll pass under the Harbour Bridge, see the Sky Tower and waterfront, and hear English commentary on Auckland’s maritime past. Choose an outdoor seat for photos, with indoor seating available when wind and rain arrive.

“It was a lovely cruise around the harbour. Very informative and clear commentary by the guide”

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3.Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 319 reviews · 2h 30m · from $95

Meet Explore Group at Viaduct Harbour for a 2.5-hour evening sail on a 50ft yacht. Enjoy a welcome drink, help steer if conditions allow, hear Auckland stories from the crew, and choose a main and dessert from a three-course meal by The Lula Inn.

“Was relaxing, food was great and activity was well beyond our expectations”

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4.Auckland Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 224 reviews · from $36

Cruise Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour from 107 Quay Street with live commentary, passing the Sky Tower, Harbour Bridge, Bean Rock Lighthouse, and Devonport Naval Base. Choose outdoor views or a comfortable indoor cabin, with snacks and drinks available to buy. The boat returns to the same quay.

“Great tour and great narration. If you're visiting Auckland, you need to do this. The Maritime Museum is right next door and is worth doing as well.”

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