See the city of sails from the sea as you cruise on the sparkling Waitematā Harbour aboard the Museum’s incredible heritage vessel - Ted Ashby!
Set sail on your own adventure and cruise the sparkling Waitematā Harbour in one of our heritage vessels.
Climb aboard the Museum's ketch-rigged scow TED ASHBY, built by Museum staff and volunteers in 1994. Help the crew hoist the sails or sit back and take in the city skyline.
The Museum houses an extensive range of nautical and historical artifacts that represent New Zealand maritime history from the earliest Polynesian arrivals - right through to modern-day yachting triumphs.
View the equipment and national treasures that accompanied the brave individuals who played part in New Zealand’s maritime history including the remarkable and inspiring story of Sir Peter Blake. You’ll get up close and personal with the amazing journeys that helped shape a nation.
At midday each day a cannon is fired, and watch out - its louder than you think!
Interactive, educational and truly memorable, the Maritime Museum is sure to be a hit with young and old alike.
“The highlight of the day was definitely the sail under the harbour bridge. Manned by volunteers who were the friendliest and most enthusiastic bunch of blokes yet. As visitors to New Zealand we felt like we had hit the jackpot.” – TATAustralia
Beautiful settings/ views of Auckland and Devonport. There was live commentary on board and friendly crew that's happy to take any questions- sailing related of course. Will definitely go again.
Perfect day for a sail around the harbour with a bunch of friendly and informative volunteers.
Lovely experience and very affordable. The crew were friendly and hospitable. Its about an hour long so good for those who want to get out on the water but not spend the whole day out.
Good fun, beautiful scenery and lovely staff. Would definitely recommend this for all.
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Maurice from New Zealand wrote on 18 November 2020
Absolutely fabulous !
Fantastic experience to sail on a beautiful old boat with full sails. Great crew who invited us to help pull the sails up! Had a perfect day to do it. The museum was also fantastic (and I am not a museum person!!). So worth the time and money! A must!
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