Top New Zealand Catamaran Cruises

Q: What are the best options for New Zealand Catamaran Cruises?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New Zealand Catamaran Cruises are: Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton Sailing Catamaran Cruise - Island Stop & Lunch - Bay of Islands

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New Zealand Catamaran Cruises are: Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New Zealand Catamaran Cruises have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Catamaran Cruises with Instant Confirmation include: Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk Sundowner Sailing Cruise— 2 Hour Sail, Swim Stop | Bay of Islands View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which New Zealand Catamaran Cruises have Free Cancellation?

New Zealand Catamaran Cruises with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

Q: I need a ride! Which New Zealand Catamaran Cruises have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New Zealand Catamaran Cruises include Hotel Pickup: Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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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 →

Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo

Daily Scenic Cruises – Maori Rock Carvings Our Daily Scenic Cruises depart from Berth #4 at the Taupo Boat Harbour on Cruise Cat. You’ll love …More

Taupo, New Zealand

4.7 (612)

Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo

Daily Scenic Cruises – Maori Rock Carvings Our Daily Scenic Cruises depart from Berth #4 at the Taupo Boat Harbour on Cruise Cat. You’ll love...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (612)

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$37

Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese

Relax with a drink as you bask in the evening light on the lake! This one hour cruise has one wine, beer, RTD or soft …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

4.5 (108)

Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise Including Wine and Cheese

Relax with a drink as you bask in the evening light on the lake! This one hour cruise has one wine, beer, RTD or soft...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.5 (108)

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$39

Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove, …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise

Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (32)

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$45

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 …More

Wellington, New Zealand

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Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (30)

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$45

Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy …More

Wanaka, New Zealand

4.7 (65)

Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (65)

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$51

Sundowner Sailing Cruise— 2 Hour Sail, Swim Stop | Bay of Islands

There's a special kind of evening that only happens on the water — the light going gold, the sail filling, the noise of the day …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (32)

Sundowner Sailing Cruise— 2 Hour Sail, Swim Stop | Bay of Islands

There's a special kind of evening that only happens on the water — the light going gold, the sail filling, the noise of the day...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (32)

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Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Depart Picton at 9:00am and cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historic Ship Cove. Along the way enjoy the sights and scenery and keep …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.5 (148)

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Depart Picton at 9:00am and cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historic Ship Cove. Along the way enjoy the sights and scenery and keep...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (148)

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$69

Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

Experience the beauty of the New Zealand high country on a scenic boat ride across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Watch a …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Queenstown: Walter Peak Farm Tour and Lake Cruise

Experience the beauty of the New Zealand high country on a scenic boat ride across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Watch a...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$80

Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard modern, spacious and comfortable catamarans. With spacious seating indoors, an open sun deck …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

4.9 (329)

Milford Sound Cruise

Enjoy uninterrupted views of glacier-carved cliffs on your Milford Sound cruise aboard modern, spacious and comfortable catamarans. With spacious seating indoors, an open sun deck...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

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Arvo of goodness Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)

Our afternoon trip departs the beach at 1:45pm and returns at 5:15pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 1.30pm. During April this trip departs at 11:00am and …More

Whitianga, New Zealand

5.0 (58)

Arvo of goodness Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)

Our afternoon trip departs the beach at 1:45pm and returns at 5:15pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 1.30pm. During April this trip departs at 11:00am and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (58)

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Our morning trip departs Flaxmill Bay at 9:15am returning at 12:45pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 9am Sail around the beautiful coastline on our large sailing …More

Whitianga, New Zealand

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Morning Glory Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)

Our morning trip departs Flaxmill Bay at 9:15am returning at 12:45pm. FINAL CHECK IN TIME 9am Sail around the beautiful coastline on our large sailing...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (34)

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Queenstown Lake Cruise to Walter Peak Farm with BBQ Buffet

Cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Board the Spirit of Queenstown, a modern catamaran with a licensed bar where you can …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Queenstown Lake Cruise to Walter Peak Farm with BBQ Buffet

Cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Board the Spirit of Queenstown, a modern catamaran with a licensed bar where you can...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (26)

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The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery and …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery and...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (140)

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$100

This tour offers an amazing fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough! Guided by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you are sure to spot some rare …More

Picton, New Zealand

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Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

This tour offers an amazing fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough! Guided by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you are sure to spot some rare...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (28)

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$100

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.8 (198)

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (198)

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Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries

Discover Milford Sound with the experts. For over 70 years, we've shared our passion for the natural wonders of Milford Sound. Our premium catamarans are …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries

Discover Milford Sound with the experts. For over 70 years, we've shared our passion for the natural wonders of Milford Sound. Our premium catamarans are...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (382)

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Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity …More

Paihia, New Zealand

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Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Shore Excursion Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover

Scenic Cruise among 144 sub-tropical islands and discover the Bay of Islands on a small group tour. Visit the landing site of Captain James Cook, …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (2)