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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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Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise
Whale near a tour boat on a Half-Day Safari Cruise from Auckland.
Tourists on a boat watching a whale in the ocean during a safari cruise from Auckland.
Whale surfacing in the ocean near Auckland during a safari cruise.
Dolphins swimming in the ocean during a safari cruise near Auckland.
Dolphins swimming near Auckland skyline on a whale and dolphin safari cruise.
Dolphins swimming in the ocean during a safari cruise from Auckland.
Tourists watching a whale surface during a safari cruise near Auckland.
Tourists on a boat watching a whale in the ocean during a safari cruise from Auckland.
Dolphin leaping near boat on Auckland whale and dolphin safari cruise.
Tourists on a boat watching dolphins during a Half-Day Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise in Auckland.
Dolphins swimming in clear blue water during Auckland safari cruise.
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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

More details

  • 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

from
NZ$219
Auckland Explorer bus and whale watching cruise boat with passengers.
Couple exiting Auckland Explorer Bus on hop-on-hop-off city tour.
Auckland Explorer Bus passengers view Sky Tower through glass roof.
Auckland Explorer Bus staff assisting tourists with city tour brochures.
Red double-decker bus on Auckland city tour with Sky Tower in background.
Open-top bus tour in Auckland city with passengers viewing skyscrapers.
Couple taking selfie with Māori carvings at Auckland museum on hop-on-hop-off tour.
Auckland Explorer Bus with Sky Tower in the background on a city tour.
Person holding a phone displaying Auckland Explorer Bus hop-on-hop-off tour information.
Whale near a tour boat on a Half-Day Safari Cruise from Auckland.
Tourists on a boat watching a whale in the ocean during a safari cruise from Auckland.
Dolphins swimming in the ocean during a safari cruise from Auckland.
Dolphin leaping near boat on Auckland whale and dolphin safari cruise.
Tourists on a boat watching dolphins during a Half-Day Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise in Auckland.
Dolphins swimming in clear blue water during Auckland 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.

from
NZ$289

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What our guests say

Ronald M

United States
Group
Jan 2026
We enjoyed our stop at Mount Eden. Beautiful views! Also enjoy seeing all of the eclectic communities that surround Aukland.

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

Ellen R

United States
Solo
Jan 2026
I found it to be informative and I came away from it with a desire to learn more about the indigenous people, the Maori, of Aotearoa.

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

Grant C

New Zealand
Couple
May 2026
Lovely day, great crew - very passionate about the dolphins and whales, and some surprising scientific insights. Wonderful day out

From Auckland: Half-Day Whale & Dolphin Safari Cruise

Alan M

New Zealand
Group
Jan 2026
The crew were all experts and obviously committed to preserving and respecting the environment. They were sensitive to the needs of the passengers and very responsive to questions. And the Waitemata Harbour and inner Hauraki Gulf are hard to beat!

From Auckland: Half-Day Whale & Dolphin Safari Cruise

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