Top New Zealand Boat Tours

Q: What are the best options for New Zealand Boat Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New Zealand Boat Tours are: The Original Full day Bay of Islands Cruise with Dolphins Private Charter Bay of Islands Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter Tauranga Scenic Cruise Two Hours

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New Zealand Boat Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New Zealand Boat Tours are: Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New Zealand Boat Tours have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Boat Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Tour Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which New Zealand Boat Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New Zealand Boat Tours include Hotel Pickup: Premium Milford Sound Tour, Cruise & Lunch from Te Anau Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown (incl Lunch) Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked New Zealand Tours. Top 10 New Zealand 2026 Senior-friendly tours New Zealand The best tours and activities for culture lovers in New Zealand Top Day Trips from New Zealand Things to do in New Zealand this summer View all New Zealand Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New Zealand?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in New Zealand are: New Zealand Luxury & Special Occasions New Zealand Luxury Tours New Zealand Tours & Sightseeing New Zealand Outdoor Activities New Zealand Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in New Zealand →

The Original Full day Bay of Islands Cruise with Dolphins

Get onboard the most comprehensive day cruise in the Bay of Islands, taking in the Hole in the Rock, the historic Cream Trip route and …More

Paihia, New Zealand

4.8 (12)

The Original Full day Bay of Islands Cruise with Dolphins

Get onboard the most comprehensive day cruise in the Bay of Islands, taking in the Hole in the Rock, the historic Cream Trip route and...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (12)

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$128

Raise your sails, breathe in the sea air, and experience the ultimate private yacht charter onboard Vigilant through the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Catered to …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

5.0 (14)

Private Charter Bay of Islands

Raise your sails, breathe in the sea air, and experience the ultimate private yacht charter onboard Vigilant through the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Catered to...

5 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (14)

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$1,237

Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses. This 1.5-hour experience offers a delightful afternoon on …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.5 (12)

Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses. This 1.5-hour experience offers a delightful afternoon on...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (12)

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$39

Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter

Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Bay of Islands | Private Sailing Charter

Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to...

6 hours

5.0 (4)

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$2,383

Relax sit back to take in interesting and informative commentary about the harbour, region, local legends and history. The ancient Maori Legend of Mount Maunganui …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

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Tauranga Scenic Cruise Two Hours

Relax sit back to take in interesting and informative commentary about the harbour, region, local legends and history. The ancient Maori Legend of Mount Maunganui...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$31

Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Watch whales and swim with dolphins. This is a overnight delight for all those who wish to get close to nature. Journey from Christchurch to …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.5 (8)

Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Watch whales and swim with dolphins. This is a overnight delight for all those who wish to get close to nature. Journey from Christchurch to...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

4.5 (8)

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$556

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily. Explore some of the best locations in New Zealand. Journey through the North Island of New Zealand …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (8)

7Day/6Nights Auckland to Queenstown

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily. Explore some of the best locations in New Zealand. Journey through the North Island of New Zealand...

7 days Hotel pickup offered

4.9 (8)

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$1,761

Queen Charlotte Track - Ultimate one Day Walk and Cruise

We are the only Marlborough Sounds Guided Walk company with our own boats. Your day starts with the Ultimate Wildlife Cruise through the calm sheltered …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.9 (11)

Queen Charlotte Track - Ultimate one Day Walk and Cruise

We are the only Marlborough Sounds Guided Walk company with our own boats. Your day starts with the Ultimate Wildlife Cruise through the calm sheltered...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (11)

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$209

5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, taking in most of the key tourism destinations within the North Island of New Zealand. You will …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (5)

5Day/4nights Ultimate Northern Discovery

A five-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Auckland daily, taking in most of the key tourism destinations within the North Island of New Zealand. You will...

5 days

4.8 (5)

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$1,306

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

3.9 (7)

7Day/6Nights Southern Coastal Splendor Tour

A seven-day INDEPENDANT travel package departing Christchurch daily. Travel by coach and train through the specular South Island of New Zealand. Your journey commences in...

7 days

3.9 (7)

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$1,636

Arthurs Pass Jet Boating and TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

4.9 (10)

Arthurs Pass Jet Boating and TranzAlpine Train from Christchurch

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (10)

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$338

Combines helicopter flight and jet boat safari in one experience Scenic flight over the Southern Alps and the braided Waimakariri River High-speed jet boat ride …More

Christchurch, New Zealand

5.0 (3)

Helicopter & Jet Boat Tour – Canterbury

Combines helicopter flight and jet boat safari in one experience Scenic flight over the Southern Alps and the braided Waimakariri River High-speed jet boat ride...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$510

Mou Waho Island Cruise & Self-Guided Nature Walk

Enjoy a comfortable cruise on our 28 seat super taxi Moutimu and a knowledgeable Kiwi skipper to answer your questions along the way. Cruise through …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

4.9 (8)

Mou Waho Island Cruise & Self-Guided Nature Walk

Enjoy a comfortable cruise on our 28 seat super taxi Moutimu and a knowledgeable Kiwi skipper to answer your questions along the way. Cruise through...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (8)

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$85

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet – The Ultimate Helicopter & Jet Boat Shore Excursion Depart from our beachfront helipads for a scenic helicopter tour of the stunning …More

Kaikoura, New Zealand

5.0 (2)

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet – The Ultimate Helicopter & Jet Boat Shore Excursion Depart from our beachfront helipads for a scenic helicopter tour of the stunning...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$352

Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries. …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.7 (3)

Tiritiri Matangi Sea Kayak Tour

Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries....

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (3)

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$152

Discover Browns Island's rich history near Auckland. Horses were swum across the harbor by early settlers, while Māori thrived with farming and fishing centuries ago, …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (10)

Browns Island Motukorea Sea Kayak Tour

Discover Browns Island's rich history near Auckland. Horses were swum across the harbor by early settlers, while Māori thrived with farming and fishing centuries ago,...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (10)

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$85

Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

The most scenic jet boat ride ever: see actual “Lord of the Rings” film locations on the way down to the beautiful Lake Manapouri. On …More

Te Anau, New Zealand

5.0 (4)

Te Anau Jetboat Experience, Kepler Guided Hike, Transport & Lunch

The most scenic jet boat ride ever: see actual “Lord of the Rings” film locations on the way down to the beautiful Lake Manapouri. On...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$255

Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.6 (11)

Rotoroa Island Day Trip & Ferry - from Auckland

Enjoy a cruise through Tikapa Moana, the Hauraki Gulf, and discover the Rotoroa Island sanctuary. This pretty little island is a perfect escape from the...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (11)

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$62

Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

5.0 (19)

Milford Sound Helicopter Flight and Cruise from Queenstown

Allow 4 hours 2 landings: Milford Sound & Alpine landing Over The Top Helicopters are pleased to offer a personal scenic helicopter flight to Milford...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (19)

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$1,234

Full Day Adventure Cruise with Lunch in Bay of Islands

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands on the ultimate Bay of Islands day cruise! Six hours of non-stop cruising and adventure. The knowledgeable crew will …More

Paihia, New Zealand

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Full Day Adventure Cruise with Lunch in Bay of Islands

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands on the ultimate Bay of Islands day cruise! Six hours of non-stop cruising and adventure. The knowledgeable crew will...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$163