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Auckland Harbour 1.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

4.573585 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.573585 out of 5 stars
265 reviews
Auckland Harbour 1.5-Hour Sailing Cruise
4.573585 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.573585 out of 5 stars
265 reviews
Likely to sell out

Enjoy a 1.5-hour sailing cruise on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbor. Enjoy onboard refreshments and engaging live commentary from the crew while taking in the iconic city sights.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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S
Stephen – United States

Nice and felt safe cruising the harbor for a first experience sailing. Crew were great to interact with and had a laugh

J
Jackson – United States

It was excellent! The guides were super great and accommodating! We brought our baby and it was super fantastic! I would highly recommend it!

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Highlights

  • Feel the wind fill the sails as you cruise past Auckland's iconic landmarks
  • Steer the helm as you help the crew sail
  • Listen to engaging commentary from your knowledgeable crew
  • Enjoy from your choice of fresh coffee, tea or a hot chocolate and a cookie

Full description

Enjoy Auckland, the City of Sails, as you join the yachts on Waitemata Harbor and enjoy the relaxed pace of harbor sailing. Set sail on a 50-foot cruising yacht for a spectacular sailing experience on the sparkling harbor waters.

Meet your captain at the Auckland waterfront and be welcomed by the crew while boarding the yacht. After a brief introduction accompanied by a safety briefing, depart Viaduct Harbour to sail past the Sky Tower and Auckland Harbor Bridge for a 1.5-hour sightseeing tour. Enjoy engaging commentary from your skipper on Auckland, the home of the Americas Cup.

Set sail to cruise Auckland's sparkling Waitemata Harbor. If you like, help the crew sail the vessel or simply sit back and relax as you take advantage of photo opportunities. Glide past the Auckland Harbour Bridge, Westhaven Marina, the charming suburb of Devonport and the city skyline before returning to Auckland.

Includes

  • 1.5-hour sailing experience
  • Live commentary from the crew
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, or a hot chocolate with a sweet treat
  • Use of weather-proof jackets
  • Lunch

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Viaduct Harbor, Auckland, New Zealand. Meet at the kiosk inside the Viaduct Harbor at the end of Quay Street and diagonal to the National Maritime Museum.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

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  • The activity is not wheelchair accessible
  • A toilet is available onboard the vessel
  • The activity requires minimum numbers to operate. In the unlikely event these are not met, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund.
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Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 265 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Stephen – United StatesApril 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Nice and felt safe cruising the harbor for a first experience sailing. Crew were great to interact with and had a laugh
J
Jackson – United StatesMarch 8, 2025 – Verified booking
It was excellent! The guides were super great and accommodating! We brought our baby and it was super fantastic! I would highly recommend it!
D
Danielle – United StatesFebruary 9, 2025 – Verified booking
A wonderful experience! It was lots of fun learning to steer for a quick moment 😊 The weather was perfect for a ride 🌞

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Activity provider:Explore Group New Zealand
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