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Tikapa Moana: Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise

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)

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.

Adult $155.00

Child $75.00 (5-15 years old)

Infant $0.00 (0-4 years old)

Family $460.00 (2x Adults + 2x Children)

What's included

Scenic cruising around the islands with informative commentary on our new purpose-built comfortable cruise vessel - includes passenger pickups at other locations
Dedicated marine mammal searching around the Hauraki Gulf
Opportunity to view a variety of marine animals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more
Marine mammal viewing guarantee - come again for free if we don’t spot any marine mammals during your cruise
Island stop over at either Rotoroa Island or Man O' War Vineyards
Learn about the history and conservation efforts on the volcanic peaks, many islands and extended coastline of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park
Hear fascinating stories on the origins and histories of land, sea and Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki – original inhabitants of Tāmaki Makaurau

Duration

Allow approx. 4.5 hours for this experience.

Location

Explore Booking Kiosk - Viaduct Harbour (diagonally opposite the Maritime Museum). Please check-in at least 15 minutes prior to departure.

Notes

Please select your preferred island stop at check-out. There will be no island stop on the 11.30am departure so if you have booked for this please select the 11.30am departure no island stop option.
Mon - Fri:
- 9:15am Departure including Rotoroa Island Stop(12:55pm-2:35pm)
- 9:15am Departure including Man O War Vineyards Stop(1:10pm-2:20pm)
- Returns 4:00pm
Sat, Sun and Public Hols:
- 9:30am Departure including Rotoroa Island Stop(10:15am-12:55pm)
- 9:30am Departure including Man O War Vineyards Stop(10:00am-1:00pm)
- 11:30am Departure NO Island Stop
- Returns 5:20pm
Please note lunch is not included. Sandwiches, snacks and drinks are available for purchase onboard.
Mobility access to this vessel is limited, after booking please contact the operator for more details if you have limited mobility.
Family Price: Family Price is based on prices if purchased separately - discounts shown from this rate.

Available Bookings from 5 Apr to 18 Apr 2025

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Adult$101.00
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Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Child$75.00
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Adult$101.00
Child$75.00
Infant Free
Family$383.00

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Lovely cruise

Sharon McLeod from NZ

Lovely cruise

Sharon McLeod from NZ

Lovely cruise

Sharon McLeod from NZ

Dolphin Safari

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Dolphin Safari

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Good experience

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Dolfriends

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Dolfriends

shereem5 from NZ

Dolfriends

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A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf

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A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf

jasonc45 from NZ

A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf

jasonc45 from NZ

Amazing

Brittany from NZ

Amazing

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Memorable Trip

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A Great Family Experience

Jenny Decena from Philippines

A Great Family Experience

Jenny Decena from Philippines

A Great Family Experience

Jenny Decena from Philippines

Dolphin and Whale Cruise

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Great Experience!

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Great Experience!

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An experience you will never forget!

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An experience you will never forget!

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Great day and luck for dolphins

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Dolphin Hunts

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Fantastic Day OUt

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Fantastic Day OUt

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Great experience

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loved it

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It’s a must do

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Excellent day out

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Excellent day out

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Excellent day out

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Dolphin adventure

Rhian Huggard from NZ

Dolphin adventure

Rhian Huggard from NZ

Good experience

Tatiana Pasechnik from NZ

Whale be back!

Sarahlee from NZ

Whale be back!

Sarahlee from NZ

Great day out

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Tikapa Moana: Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise

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