Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience
Overview
Relax under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board our 50ft harbour cruising yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while listening to an informative commentary on the sights of the city.
Enjoy the morning or afternoon on the water with your choice of fresh coffee, tea or a hot chocolate plus a delicious, sweet treat.
This is an experience you will treasure forever!
What's Included
- Use of windproof and waterproof jackets
- Complimentary tea, coffee or hot chocolate and cookie
- Live commentary on board
- 1.5-hour cruise aboard a yacht
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
Quay Street
Viaduct, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Waitemata Harbour (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Toilet is also located on-board vessel
- Guests must be able to independently use stairs to board and disembark. This experience is onboard a sailing yacht which includes moving parts and ropes, during the experience the boat will pitch and roll. For those with limited mobility please contact us for more information
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2954002POAC
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Average 4.51 out of 5 stars based on 96 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Use of windproof and waterproof jackets.
- Complimentary tea, coffee or hot chocolate and cookie.
- Live commentary on board.
- 1.5-hour cruise aboard a yacht.
- Gratuities.
- Private transportation.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Use of windproof and waterproof jackets
- Complimentary tea, coffee or hot chocolate and cookie
- Live commentary on board
- 1.5-hour cruise aboard a yacht
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Toilet is also located on-board vessel
- Guests must be able to independently use stairs to board and disembark. This experience is onboard a sailing yacht which includes moving parts and ropes, during the experience the boat will pitch and roll. For those with limited mobility please contact us for more information
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
