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Book Whale Watching & Dolphin Safari Cruise Tickets in Auckland

Multiple route options

Frequent departures

Scenic views

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Whale and dolphin safari cruise in Auckland waters with city skyline in the background.

Whale and dolphin safari cruise with passengers on deck, Auckland harbor.

Whale and dolphin watching on a safari cruise in Auckland waters.

Whale and dolphin safari cruise boat on Auckland waters with city skyline in the background.

Whale and dolphin safari cruise in Auckland harbor with city skyline in the background.

Whale and dolphin watching on a safari cruise from Auckland.

Group of tourists enjoying a Half-Day Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise from Auckland, New Zealand, with a view of the ocean and a dolphin jumping out of the water

Whale and dolphin safari cruise in Auckland waters with city skyline in background.

Whale and dolphin safari cruise with passengers on deck, Auckland harbor in background.

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Half-Day Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise from Auckland

from

NZ$209

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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4 hr 30 min

Set sail on a beautiful luxury catamaran for a 4.5-hour-long thrilling marine expedition to the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park and its prolific wildlife.
Sight prominent Aukland landmarks like the Harbour Bridge, North Head and the youngest volcano in New Zealand - Rangitoto Island along the way.
Enjoy an incredible encounter with the diverse marine life of the Hauraki Gulf, where pods of dolphins spring through the waters and create a picturesque view.
Catch a glimpse of various other cetaceans like whales and orcas amidst turtles, manta rays and rare species of seabirds.
Brush up on your knowledge of the marine world as you listen to the expert commentary of the crew and interact with marine research biologists on board!

Set sail on a beautiful luxury catamaran for a 4.5-hour-long thrilling marine expedition to the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park and its prolific wildlife.
Sight prominent Aukland landmarks like the Harbour Bridge, North Head and the youngest volcano in New Zealand - Rangitoto Island along the way.
Enjoy an incredible encounter with the diverse marine life of the Hauraki Gulf, where pods of dolphins spring through the waters and create a picturesque view.
Catch a glimpse of various other cetaceans like whales and orcas amidst turtles, manta rays and rare species of seabirds.
Brush up on your knowledge of the marine world as you listen to the expert commentary of the crew and interact with marine research biologists on board!

Inclusions

4.5-hour long Eco-cruise
Dolphin and whale watching
Expert and informative commentary
Interaction with Marine Research Scientists on board

Exclusions

Food and drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Auckland skyline with ferry on water, part of 1-Day HOHO City Tour and Whale Dolphin Safari Cruise.

Auckland Explorer Bus at city stop with passengers boarding for hop-on-hop-off tour.

Auckland Explorer Bus on city tour, passing Sky Tower and cityscape.

Auckland Explorer Bus on route, passing Sky Tower and cityscape on a sunny day.

Auckland Explorer Bus at a city stop with passengers boarding for a hop-on-hop-off tour.

Auckland Explorer Bus at Viaduct Harbour with city skyline in background.

Tourists enjoying Auckland Explorer Bus tour, hopping on and off at various city landmarks

4.1(266)

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

from

NZ$274

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Enjoy this cost-effective combo which includes a hop-on hop-off tour of Auckland along with a whale and dolphin safari eco-cruise.
With the 1-day or 2-day hop-on hop-off ticket options, plan your own itinerary to discover Auckland, and visit 9 stops through the city (route map here).
An English audio guide will help you learn about each stop at Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell's Village, and Sky Tower.
Set sail on a 4.5-hr luxury catamaran cruise of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for an incredible encounter with diverse marine life.
With expert marine scientists on board, your experience of whale, dolphin, and other wildlife sightings will definitely be enhanced.

Enjoy this cost-effective combo which includes a hop-on hop-off tour of Auckland along with a whale and dolphin safari eco-cruise.
With the 1-day or 2-day hop-on hop-off ticket options, plan your own itinerary to discover Auckland, and visit 9 stops through the city (route map here).
An English audio guide will help you learn about each stop at Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell's Village, and Sky Tower.
Set sail on a 4.5-hr luxury catamaran cruise of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park for an incredible encounter with diverse marine life.
With expert marine scientists on board, your experience of whale, dolphin, and other wildlife sightings will definitely be enhanced.

Inclusions

Auckland Explorer Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour

1-day/2-day hop-on hop-off pass
Onboard English commentary

Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise

4.5-hr eco-cruise with dolphin and whale watching
Expert and informative commentary
Interaction with marine research scientists

Exclusions

Auckland Explorer Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour

Entry fee to Sky Tower, Auckland War Memorial Museum, SEALIFE Kelly Tarltons, All Black Experience, and Weta Workshop Unleashed

Auckland Explorer Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour

Tip: Download a playlist to accompany you on your journey through the city!
Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility.
Note that the following is not allowed on this tour: large bags.
The tour circuit takes about 60 minutes to complete a full, non-stop loop.

Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise

Tip: If you're worried about going hungry on the cruise, carry some light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks aboard.
Please carry your personal medication, including seasickness medication, these are not available on board.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say

Kamaliah

Apr 2025Verified booking

5/5

I had a great experience and orientation tour on Auckland City with the Explorer Bus. Awesome service and excellent routing on Auckland.

Amanda

Mar 2025Verified booking

4/5

Great way to see a bit of Auckland in a short amount of time.

Ray

Jun 2025Verified booking

4/5

Usual worthwhile experience when visiting a new city. Sadly our first bus was a single Decker so we found the view restricted. Second bus was open topped so fab!

Viktoriia

Apr 2025Verified booking

5/5

I liked the route that goes across all interesting and picturesque places in Auckland, comfortable bus providing access to amazing views, audio guide telling interesting things about history and places. And of course an opportunity to hop on and off!)

Kim

Apr 2025Verified booking

3/5

The tour changed from red to blue tour at a stop, BUT there was no indication that was going to happen. No indication from the bus driver or announcement. Most people on the bus were annoyed.