Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise

Sail the seas from Auckland and witness the majesty of whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Join our Half-Day Safari Cruise for $117.68. Book your mobile ticket now and enjoy a journey like no other!

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Slide 1 of 11, Whale near a tour boat on a Half-Day Safari Cruise from Auckland.

From Auckland: Half-Day Whale & Dolphin Safari Cruise

4 hrs 30 mins

Step aboard a purpose-built vessel at Viaduct Harbour for an Auckland whale watching cruise with spacious viewing areas
Cruise for around 4.5 hours into the Hauraki Gulf in search of whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds
Listen to live commentary from expert crew and marine biologists as you learn about the region’s wildlife
Move between indoor cabins and open decks for fresh air and uninterrupted views during wildlife sightings

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Step aboard a purpose-built vessel at Viaduct Harbour for an Auckland whale watching cruise with spacious viewing areas
Cruise for around 4.5 hours into the Hauraki Gulf in search of whales, dolphins, seals, and seabirds
Listen to live commentary from expert crew and marine biologists as you learn about the region’s wildlife
Move between indoor cabins and open decks for fresh air and uninterrupted views during wildlife sightings

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NZ$219

Slide 1 of 15, Auckland Explorer bus and whale watching cruise boat with passengers.

Combo: Auckland Explorer Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour + Whale & Dolphin Safari Cruise

Explore at your pace

Travel across 9 stops on the yellow double-decker Auckland Explorer Bus or red open-deck Soaring Kiwi bus (route map here).
Choose from the 1-day or 2-day option to have complete control over your itinerary and learn about the city's history from the onboard English commentary.
View Auckland's largest cathedral, the Holy Trinity Cathedral, and stroll through Parnell Village to shop at the charming boutiques, and more.
Hop on board the ‘Dolphin Explorer’ for a 4.5-hour luxury cruise on the waters of Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, sailing past Harbour Bridge and Devonport.
Witness marine life such as dolphins, orcas, and whales, and learn about them from a marine science expert.

More details

Travel across 9 stops on the yellow double-decker Auckland Explorer Bus or red open-deck Soaring Kiwi bus (route map here).
Choose from the 1-day or 2-day option to have complete control over your itinerary and learn about the city's history from the onboard English commentary.
View Auckland's largest cathedral, the Holy Trinity Cathedral, and stroll through Parnell Village to shop at the charming boutiques, and more.
Hop on board the ‘Dolphin Explorer’ for a 4.5-hour luxury cruise on the waters of Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, sailing past Harbour Bridge and Devonport.
Witness marine life such as dolphins, orcas, and whales, and learn about them from a marine science expert.