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Book Whale Watching & Dolphin Safari Cruise Tickets in Auckland

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Book Whale Watching & Dolphin Safari Cruise Tickets in Auckland
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  • 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.
  • 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.
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.
Sightseeing Cruises
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Half-Day Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise from Auckland

  • 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!
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Free cancellation

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

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

4 hr. 30 min.
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.
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Combo: Auckland Explorer Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour + Whale & Dolphin Safari Cruise

  • 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.
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