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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 Tamaki Makaurau!
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 Tamaki Makaurau!
Highlights
- Marine mammal viewing including whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, and birdlife.
- Marine mammal viewing guarantee - voucher to come again for free if we don’t spot marine mammals during your cruise.
- Hear fascinating stories on the history and origins of land, sea and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki - original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Make your way through this stunning landscape including the volcanic peak of Rangitoto and island sanctuaries Motutapu and Tiritiri Matangi. Hear about the conservation programmes on many of these islands that are regenerating flora and fauna, and reintroducing native species.
Spot the locals! You'll see a variety of marine wildlife in their natural habitat including whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, birdlife and more from our comfortable cruise vessel purpose-built for wildlife viewing.
As part of your cruise, you can discover 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 is available on our 11:30am departure on weekends during the summer schedule)
Operating in partnership with Ngāi Tai Te Haerenga, throughout your cruise you will hear the fascinating origins and histories of the land, sea and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki – original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau.
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$170.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$111.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$111.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$127.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$111.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
- Adult$111.00
- Child$85.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Family$425.00
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyCustomers loved the chance to see dolphins and whales up close (20 people said this).
- emergencyThe crew was frequently praised for being friendly, knowledgeable, and professional (15 people said this).
- emergencyMany enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the Hauraki Gulf and Rotoroa Island (12 people said this).
- emergencyPassengers appreciated the smooth organization and comfort of the cruise (10 people said this).
- emergencyMost found the experience to be great value for money (8 people said this).
- emergencyThe weather conditions were often noted as perfect, enhancing the overall experience (7 people said this). .
- star_shineBring snacks for the trip.
Secure a spot at the front of the boat for the best views.
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Charlie from New Zealand wrote on 19 January 2026
Lovely day out
We thoroughly enjoyed our cruise. Rotorua island is a little jewel and the crew were informative and kind. I recommend this experience!
gaur5819 from New Zealand wrote on 29 December 2025
Amazing
Crew was very professional , complementing visitors curosity. Boat was in great condition and unforgettable experience.
Josefine Jurkowski from New Zealand wrote on 08 March 2026
Its ok, overpriced kinda
We didnt see any whales, i think thats something many people have to be clear about that the chance of seeing a whale is very low. But we saw dolphins and penguins. Overall the cruise was good, most parts of information were read out and you could tell that the crew didnt really care about the landscape informations. It kinda felt like a taxi, we were mostly just pciking people up from different islands or drop them off. Only 1 hour of the tour was the actual whale watch safari. Still the scenery was beautiful and so were the dolphins and penguins, but honestly the whale watch tour in kaikoura would have been better
Gurvir from New Zealand wrote on 21 February 2026
It was ok
It was ok as we only spotted some dolphins while coming back from the furthest point the cruise could go. We saw 2 whales at some distance, but couldn’t approach them as there is a law that once wildlife is spotted, a cruise can only stay with them for half an hour only. It was more of an island trip as first half day of the trip is related to the island. This is not a purely wildlife cruise. For that, it seemed bit pricey.
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Julia Bodyfelt from New Zealand wrote on 02 February 2026
Best day on the water
Absolutely loved this experience. Great crew, comfortable boats and well timed. We enjoyed the option of Lunch at Man'o'War and didnt regret it. Definitely recommend.