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 Sailing Catamaran Cruise - Island Stop & Lunch - Bay of Islands Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

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: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views Milford Sound Cruise Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise Island Hopper- Sail to wildlife sanctuary - 6 hr - Bay of Islands Abel Tasman Cruise- Best Day trip View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New Zealand Catamaran Cruises have Instant Confirmation?

New Zealand Catamaran Cruises with Instant Confirmation include: Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views Milford Sound Cruise Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise Island Hopper- Sail to wildlife sanctuary - 6 hr - Bay of Islands Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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?

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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fascinating stories from your driver. Enjoy a premium coach …More

Queenstown, New Zealand

4.8 (446)

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fascinating stories from your driver. Enjoy a premium coach...

12 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (446)

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$140

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 (328)

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

4.9 (328)

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$91

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

4.8 (324)

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

4.8 (324)

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$76

Island Hopper- Sail to wildlife sanctuary - 6 hr - Bay of Islands

Most visitors see the Bay of Islands from a crowded deck. Our guests see it from the secret local spots that are not on the …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (305)

Island Hopper- Sail to wildlife sanctuary - 6 hr - Bay of Islands

Most visitors see the Bay of Islands from a crowded deck. Our guests see it from the secret local spots that are not on the...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (305)

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$139

Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer in comfort in one day. …More

Nelson, New Zealand

5.0 (245)

Abel Tasman Cruise- Best Day trip

Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer in comfort in one day....

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (245)

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$264

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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$99

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise ex Te Anau Stunning Views with Lunch

Embark on a stress-free Milford Sound adventure from Te Anau. We'll do the driving as you relax in our premium coaches, designed for unbeatable views …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

4.8 (144)

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise ex Te Anau Stunning Views with Lunch

Embark on a stress-free Milford Sound adventure from Te Anau. We'll do the driving as you relax in our premium coaches, designed for unbeatable views...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (144)

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$187

Sailing Catamaran Cruise - Island Stop & Lunch - Bay of Islands

Spend a relaxing day sailing the beautiful Bay of Islands aboard Hibiscus Star, a spacious 40-foot sailing catamaran with a maximum of 19 guests. Enjoy …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (111)

Sailing Catamaran Cruise - Island Stop & Lunch - Bay of Islands

Spend a relaxing day sailing the beautiful Bay of Islands aboard Hibiscus Star, a spacious 40-foot sailing catamaran with a maximum of 19 guests. Enjoy...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (111)

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$122

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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$94

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

This Wildlife and Dolphin tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough! You will have the opportunity to see rare seas …More

Picton, New Zealand

4.9 (53)

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

This Wildlife and Dolphin tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough! You will have the opportunity to see rare seas...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (53)

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$127

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

5.0 (34)

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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$94

Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in …More

Nelson, New Zealand

5.0 (33)

Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (33)

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$2,634

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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$57

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

4.9 (30)

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

Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

5.0 (28)

Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island

IMPORTANT: TO BOOK THIS CHARTER, PLEASE SET THE NUMBER OF TRAVELERS = 1. YOU CAN BRING UP TO 11 FRIENDS WITH YOU! Discover the outer...

1 to 8 hours

5.0 (28)

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$2,553

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a …More

Waiheke Island, New Zealand

5.0 (26)

Hauraki Gulf Eco Sailing Adventure

Discover the outer Hauraki Gulf aboard the 41-foot catamaran Pacific Star, with daily departures from Waiheke Island. We’ll stop at a pest-free island for a...

7 hours

5.0 (26)

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$414

Milford Sound Luxury Lunch Cruise onboard The Fiordland Jewel

Enjoy chef-prepared cuisine while taking in the breathtaking landscapes and local wildlife of Milford Sound. With a boutique atmosphere the Fiordland Jewel was designed specifically …More

Fiordland & Milford Sound, New Zealand

4.8 (18)

Milford Sound Luxury Lunch Cruise onboard The Fiordland Jewel

Enjoy chef-prepared cuisine while taking in the breathtaking landscapes and local wildlife of Milford Sound. With a boutique atmosphere the Fiordland Jewel was designed specifically...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (18)

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$198

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

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

Private Luxury Catamaran Sailing in the Bay of Islands - Serenity

Enjoy the exclusive use of the luxury sailing catamaran, Serenity. Sit back and take in the sights, or if you want to get involved, take …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (9)

Private Luxury Catamaran Sailing in the Bay of Islands - Serenity

Enjoy the exclusive use of the luxury sailing catamaran, Serenity. Sit back and take in the sights, or if you want to get involved, take...

6 hours

5.0 (9)

from
$210

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for New Zealand Catamaran Cruises?

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

Which New Zealand Catamaran Cruises have Instant Confirmation?

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:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

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

Got any more New Zealand trip ideas?

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