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Tikapa Moana: Whales, Dolphins and Islands Cruise

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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)

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 $450.00 (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 23 Dec to 5 Jan 2025

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  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

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  • Family$450.00

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  • Child$75.00
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  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$116.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$101.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$116.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$155.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$101.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$450.00

  • Adult$101.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00

  • Adult$101.00
  • Child$75.00
  • Infant Free
  • Family$375.00
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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
Lovely cruise
Sharon McLeod from NZ
Lovely cruise
Lovely cruise
Sharon McLeod from NZ
Lovely cruise
Lovely cruise
Sharon McLeod from NZ
Dolphin Safari
Dolphin Safari
Remela Patel from NZ
Dolphin Safari
Dolphin Safari
Remela Patel from NZ
Good experience
Good experience
Kelly from NZ
Dolfriends
Dolfriends
shereem5 from NZ
Dolfriends
Dolfriends
shereem5 from NZ
Dolfriends
Dolfriends
shereem5 from NZ
A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf
A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf
jasonc45 from NZ
A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf
A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf
jasonc45 from NZ
A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf
A nice day out in the Hauraki Gulf
jasonc45 from NZ
Amazing
Amazing
Brittany from NZ
Amazing
Amazing
Brittany from NZ
Memorable Trip
Memorable Trip
karthikeyanc from NZ
A Great Family Experience
A Great Family Experience
Jenny Decena from Philippines
A Great Family Experience
A Great Family Experience
Jenny Decena from Philippines
A Great Family Experience
A Great Family Experience
Jenny Decena from Philippines
Dolphin and Whale Cruise
Dolphin and Whale Cruise
Kimberley Mclean from NZ
Tikapa Moana
Tikapa Moana
Chedomir from NZ
Tikapa Moana
Tikapa Moana
Chedomir from NZ
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Nenad Sladoja from NZ
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Nenad Sladoja from NZ
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Nenad Sladoja from NZ
Great Experience!
Great Experience!
John Thangappan from NZ
Great Experience!
Great Experience!
John Thangappan from NZ
An experience you will never forget!
An experience you will never forget!
Jacky Hollins from NZ
An experience you will never forget!
An experience you will never forget!
Jacky Hollins from NZ
Great day and luck for dolphins
Great day and luck for dolphins
Celine from NZ
Professional
Professional
elainel7 from NZ
tikapa moana
tikapa moana
Kui Xu from NZ
Bad weather
Bad weather
Alisha Karan from NZ
Bad weather
Bad weather
Alisha Karan from NZ
Cruise
Cruise
Sophie from NZ
Absolutely amazing
Absolutely amazing
Pragati from NZ
Dolphin Hunts
Dolphin Hunts
heatherd3 from NZ
Dolphin Hunts
Dolphin Hunts
heatherd3 from NZ
Amazing Experience
Amazing Experience
jennat2 from NZ
Fantastic Day OUt
Fantastic Day OUt
Joanne Davenport from NZ
Fantastic Day OUt
Fantastic Day OUt
Joanne Davenport from NZ
Fantastic Day OUt
Fantastic Day OUt
Joanne Davenport from NZ
Great experience
Great experience
carriei from NZ
loved it
loved it
Amna Fawzy from NZ
Wednesday 9th March
Wednesday 9th March
Denise Moyle from NZ
It’s a must do
It’s a must do
dianec6 from NZ
Excellent day out
Excellent day out
raymondl3 from NZ
Excellent day out
Excellent day out
raymondl3 from NZ
Excellent day out
Excellent day out
raymondl3 from NZ
Dolphin adventure
Dolphin adventure
Rhian Huggard from NZ
Dolphin adventure
Dolphin adventure
Rhian Huggard from NZ
Good experience
Good experience
Tatiana Pasechnik from NZ
Whale be back!
Whale be back!
Sarahlee from NZ
Whale be back!
Whale be back!
Sarahlee from NZ
Great day out
Great day out
C Pal from NZ

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maryamm1 from New Zealand wrote on 11 January 2022

No whales

I was looking forward to seeing the whales and dolphins but we only saw a pod of dolphins. Overall good experience but I wish we saw at least one whale

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chantnz from New Zealand wrote on 25 February 2022

Amazing trip

Some feedback on the Auckland Whale and Dolphin Safari – WOW! We had a great experience and enjoyed the tour. The guides were awesome and their knowledge was amazing. The Hauraki gulf is so beautiful and the cruise alone was worth it. We managed to see a whale not long after take off. We saw heaps of dolphins, which was amazing

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Theresa from New Zealand wrote on 10 January 2022

Fantastic day out

We enjoyed our time and spotted some dolphins, which was great! The captain and the crew were fantastic. Can highly recommend this trip to anyone.

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Mark from New Zealand wrote on 13 March 2022

Not this company

Bad review because for an hour of the trip you’re dropping passengers off to Motatapu Island and then you have to pick them up and it just eats away at the time you could have spent searching for whales and dolphins. Only saw a pod of common dolphins. Probably only saw them for 10 mins altogether. Didn’t get a voucher because apparently that’s enough sightings. Didn’t see any whales, penguins or other sea creatures. Also, bought a bunderburg for $4 they tipped some out from the 1.5l bottles into a small cup. The other whale watching company I went with was fantastic because they went further out to sea and the boat was better suited. I would never go on this tour/cruise again.

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Mohsin from New Zealand wrote on 07 March 2022

Boring

The ride was good and the staff was great but it was quite boring and expensive as for most of the the time we just roaming around and doing nothing 4 hours 30 mins for dolphin watching and most of the time most people were sleeping not that fun as I had hoped for a150$ ticket…. But not a bad experience overall

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