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Auckland: Tikapa Moana Whale and Dolphin Wildlife Cruise
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Auckland: Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise

By Explore Group New Zealand
8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$140 per adult
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Features
Overview
  • Included Island stop - choice of Rotoroa Island or Man O' War Vineyard
  • Dedicated time to marine mammal searching.
  • Marine mammal viewing guarantee^
  • Learn about the history and conservation efforts
  • Scenic cruising around the islands on our new purpose-built cruise vessel

Activity location

    • Auckland
    • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Explore Booking Kiosk Quay Street, Viaduct, Auckland 1010, New Zealand | Please report to the Explore Kiosk 15 minutes prior to departure, located inside Auckland's Viaduct Harbour at the end of Quay St, diagonally across from the entrance to the New Zealand Maritime Museum. If you are arriving by Public Transport (Train or Bus) our departure point is a 5 minute walk from the Britomart Transport Centre. From here walk 300m along Quay St towards the Viaduct Harbour. If you are arriving by car, the nearest parking is at the Downtown Carpark, entry at Customs Street West (corner of Lower Hobson and Customs Street West).
    • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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9:30am Tikapa Moana Cruise with Man O' War Vineyard Stopover
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • English

Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise with a stopover at Man O' War Vineyards on Waiheke Island (1.5 - 2 hrs)

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 am
Price details
AU$139.81 x 1 AdultAU$139.81
Total
Price is AU$139.81
Until Sat, 8 Feb
9:30am Tikapa Moana Cruise with Rotoroa Island Stopover
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • English

Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise with a stopover at Rotoroa Island (1.5-2hrs).

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 am
Price details
AU$139.81 x 1 AdultAU$139.81
Total
Price is AU$139.81
Until Sat, 8 Feb
11:30am Whales, Dolphins and Island Cruise (No Island Stop)
  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m4h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:30 am
Price details
AU$139.81 x 1 AdultAU$139.81
Total
Price is AU$139.81
Until Sat, 8 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedScenic cruise on the Hauraki Gulf
  • What's includedWhat's included Rotoroa Island or Man O' War Vineyards (Waiheke Island) stop (no Island stop on weekend 11:30 AM departures)
  • What's includedWhat's included Live commentary
  • What's includedWhat's included Pickup and drop-off at other island locations
  • What's includedWhat's included Dedicated time for marine mammal viewing
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks (available for purchase onboard)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: High-heeled shoes

What you can expect

Departing from the bustling Auckland Viaduct, discover Tikapa Moana - the Hauraki Gulf with us as we cruise through the myriad of islands, spot wildlife and learn about the cultural footprint of Tāmaki Makaurau…

Explore one of our island destinations with your choice of island stop at Rotoroa Island or Man O' War, Waiheke Island - take the opportunity to stretch your legs, swim in a sheltered bay and discover wine or wildlife (no island stop on 11:30am departure).

Learn about the history and conservation efforts on the volcanic peaks, many islands and extended coastline of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. Hear fascinating stories on the origins and histories of land, sea and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki – original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau.

Our vessels are fitted with amenities to make your cruise as comfortable as possible with fully licensed cafe onboard providing light refreshments, comfortable seating throughout the cabins, as well as onboard resources to increase your knowledge of the local wildlife.
Operating in partnership with Ngāi Tai Te Haeranga

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Auckland
    • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Explore Booking Kiosk Quay Street, Viaduct, Auckland 1010, New Zealand | Please report to the Explore Kiosk 15 minutes prior to departure, located inside Auckland's Viaduct Harbour at the end of Quay St, diagonally across from the entrance to the New Zealand Maritime Museum. If you are arriving by Public Transport (Train or Bus) our departure point is a 5 minute walk from the Britomart Transport Centre. From here walk 300m along Quay St towards the Viaduct Harbour. If you are arriving by car, the nearest parking is at the Downtown Carpark, entry at Customs Street West (corner of Lower Hobson and Customs Street West).
    • Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand