Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Overview
Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry.
This relaxed harbour tour explores Wellington Harbour/Te Whanganui-a-Tara, sharing stories of the city's maritime history, harbour geology, and key landmarks. Live English commentary is provided, with Mandarin audio recordings available.
The route may vary depending on conditions, allowing the crew to make the most of the harbour on the day.
Quiet, low-emissions, and designed for sightseeing, it offers a unique perspective of Wellington.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Restroom on board
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages Food and beverages can be purchased onboard (additional charges apply, minimum age for consumption of alcohol is 18 years old)
Meeting Location
5 Queens Wharf
Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, 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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Wellington Harbour
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-446961P2
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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).
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Restroom on board.
- Snacks.
- Alcoholic beverages. Food and beverages can be purchased onboard (additional charges apply, minimum age for consumption of alcohol is 18 years old).
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- 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 Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise 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
- All Fees and Taxes
- Restroom on board
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beveragesFood and beverages can be purchased onboard (additional charges apply, minimum age for consumption of alcohol is 18 years old)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
