Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comAuckland's Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise
based on 2 reviews
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Auckland
Product code: 3567AKL_SAF
The ultimate Auckland cruise where you can experience scenic highlights of Auckland and it's surrounding islands plus it's marine mammals including dolphins and whales in the beautiful Hauraki Gulf.
Considered one of the most biologically and geographically diverse marine parks in the world, 22 species of marine mammal have been identified in the Hauraki Gulf, almost 1/3 of the entire world's population of species.
Auckland's Whale and Dolphin Cruise highlights:
- Dolphins viewed on over 90% of trips, whales viewed on 75%
- Cruise and commentary, culture and history of Auckland's Hauraki Gulf
- Fully licensed bar and snacks available to be purchase on the cruise
You may be spellbound by the spectacle of a feeding frenzy involving sea birds, whales, and dolphins or see small pods of dolphins playing around the boat. Wherever the most exciting whale and dolphin activity is, we aim to find it for you. Plus show you some of the most significant cultural and historical parts of this amazing maritime park.
With six years of continued scientific programmes undertaken on board, the crew are probably New Zealand's most experienced and knowledgeable. On Auckland's Whale and Dolphin cruise you will experience the Gulf from the most comfortable and stable whale watching vessel in New Zealand. The luxury 20m high speed catamaran is designed specifically for the sea conditions of this unique area.
- 4.5-hour cruise on Auckland's Hauraki Gulf including whale and dolphin viewing on a luxurious 20m power cat
- Luxurious 20m power cat designed specifically for marine mammal viewing
- Scenic tour of Auckland Harbour and Hauraki Gulf
- Commentary on the culture and history of the diverse Hauraki Gulf
- Plenty of photo opportunities
- Fully licensed bar and snacks available to be purchase on the cruise
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Auckland's Whale and Dolphin Safari Cruise
Daily
Departure Point:Cruise departs from the Explore NZ kiosk
Departure Time: October 01 - December 251:30pm - 6:00pm
December 26 - April 19
8:30am or 1:30pm
20 April - September 30
12:00pm Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Return details:
Returns to original departure point
- 4.5-hour cruise on Hauraki Gulf including dolphin and whale viewing a luxurious 20m power cat
- Live commentary on board
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- There is a toilet located on board
- Swimming may be possible with common dolphins weather permitting, including all equipment. Conditions apply and details are advised on day or travel.
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Seeing dolphins in the wild interacting with the boat was breathtaking. Read more ›
Charlie G, United States of America, January 2009
The original time I booked was cancelled, but then the tour went ahead that afternoon when the weather ... Read more ›
Anonymous, Australia, February 2009
