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Waitemata Harbour Coffee Cruise

Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Start time

    Start time: 1030h (10:30am) and 1330h (1:30pm)
    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Meeting Point
    Please make your way to Pier 2, Ferry Terminal, 99 Quay Street, Downtown Auckland.
  • Ending Point

    The cruise ends at the starting point

Key Highlights

  • See Auckland′s cityscape from a wholly new perspective
  • Includes FREE return ticket to Devonport, which can be used whenever you like
  • Stopover to explore amazing Rangitoto Island
  • Delicious morning or afternoon tea provided
  • Magnificent photo-opportunities!
  • Entertaining commentary

Overview

For those on a tight schedule, this relaxing cruise is the best way to experience the “City of Sails”.

Your 90-minute trip across the sparkling waters of Auckland's Waitemata harbour affords magnificent views of the city skyline including landmarks like the Sky Tower.

Listen to an entertaining commentary while looking out for harbour highlights such as historic Devonport, the Auckland Harbour Bridge, Bean Rock Lighthouse, and the Devonport Naval Base.

Make a stopover top at Rangitoto Island. At only 600 years old, this is one of the world’s newer islands and you get the chance to explore its volcanic terrain at first hand.

Your package also includes morning or afternoon tea plus a free ferry return ticket to Devonport, so you can visit this lovely seaside resort at your convenience.

Itinerary

For your Auckland Harbour Cruise you should make your way to Pier 2, Ferry Terminal, 99 Quay Street, Downtown Auckland.

The crew will welcome you aboard the vessel. Sit back, relax and enjoy the live commentary during this 90-minute boat ride. You will also be served light refreshments – morning or afternoon tea – depending on the time of day. Choose from tea, coffee or juice and a selection of delicious muffins (morning) or cakes (afternoon).

You will head out of Waitemata Harbour past Bean Rock to Rangitoto Island, where you make a stop. The boat will then turn back in towards the city, passing Devonport and going under the Harbour Bridge before ending back at the starting point.

On the way, you will catch stunning views of the city and its iconic buildings, like the 328 metre-high Sky Tower. Special points of interest you will see include the following:

Bean Rock Lighthouse: This historic lighthouse at the entrance to Waitemata Harbour, was built in 1871.It appears on a well-known New Zealand beer brand!

Rangitoto Island: A volcanic island that erupted from the sea around about 600 years ago, and is now dormant. Its summit commands spectacular 360 degree views of Auckland and the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. You will make a brief stopover here.

North Head, Devonport: North Head guards the entrance to the harbour and was made into an artillery battery in 1885 to defend Auckland from invasion.

Devonport Naval Base: The naval base in Devonport dates back to 1840 when William Hobson, then Governor of New Zealand, arrived on the HMS Herald and established Auckland as New Zealand’s (short lived) capital.

Auckland Harbour Bridge: The Harbour Bridge opened in 1959 and took more than 200 workers nearly 4 years to build. Your cruise goes under the Harbour Bridge, a popular place for bungee jumpers.

Chelsea Sugar Refinery: Chelsea Sugar, one of New Zealand’s iconic food brands, has been producing sugar at this refinery since 1884.

Westhaven Marina & The Viaduct: The largest marina in the southern hemisphere, Westhaven can hold up to 1800 boats of various sizes up to 28m.

Your cruise package also includes a free ferry return ticket to Devonport (see Additional Information section). This can be used whenever you like.

Your harbour cruise ends back at the starting point.

Inclusions

  • 90-minute cruise
  • Live commentary
  • Morning or Afternoon Tea – tea, coffee or juice and a selection of muffins (morning) or cakes (afternoon)
  • Free return ferry ticket to Devonport

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Additional info

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.Your free return trip to Devonport allows you to explore one of the Auckland’s most historic and elegant suburbs.Just 12 minutes across the harbour, the attractive village of Devonport boasts charming Victorian villas, fine beaches, trendy shops and delightful cafés. It’s a wonderful place to spend a day or afternoon.You can climb up the volcanic cones of Mount Victoria or North Head and see eye-popping panoramas of Auckland and the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. Walk along Cheltenham Beach, and explore the art galleries and tempting shops along Victoria Road or simply kick back with a coffee and watch the world go by! Ferries depart Auckland and Devonport approximately every half hour. Evening and early morning sailings vary

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