Top North Island Boat Tours

Q: What are the best options for North Island Boat Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best North Island Boat Tours are: Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island Full Waimangu Experience - Walk & Cruise Morning Glory Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs) Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover (Half Day) Arvo of goodness Chilled out Sail (3.5hrs)

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for North Island Boat Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly North Island Boat Tours are: Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise Glass Bottom Boat Tour Tauranga Scenic Cruise Two Hours Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which North Island Boat Tours have Instant Confirmation?

North Island Boat Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise Glass Bottom Boat Tour Tauranga Scenic Cruise Two Hours Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which North Island Boat Tours have Free Cancellation?

North Island Boat Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise Glass Bottom Boat Tour Tauranga Scenic Cruise Two Hours Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

Q: I need a ride! Which North Island Boat Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These North Island Boat Tours include Hotel Pickup: Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way) Bay of Islands 2-Day Small Group Tour from Auckland with Cruise Auckland: Private Yonder Star Sailing Yacht Private Tour: Auckland City Sky Tower, Snowboarding & Jet Boat Auckland Region | Island Hopper Package Tour (2 Guests Minimum) View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more North Island trip ideas?

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

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in North Island?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in North Island are: North Island Luxury & Special Occasions North Island Luxury Tours North Island Attraction Tickets North Island Sightseeing Tickets & Passes North Island Tours & Sightseeing View all tour styles in North Island →

Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers

Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands on our 4.5 hour personalised and interactive Island Cruise & Tour. Locally owned and operated, with a …More

Paihia, New Zealand

4.9 (855)

Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers

Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands on our 4.5 hour personalised and interactive Island Cruise & Tour. Locally owned and operated, with a...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (855)

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$103

Coromandel Adventure and Wildlife Boat Tour to Aldermen Islands

Join the only tour that takes you out to the remote Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve and experience one of New Zealand's most exclusive wildlife adventures. …More

Coromandel, New Zealand

5.0 (22)

Coromandel Adventure and Wildlife Boat Tour to Aldermen Islands

Join the only tour that takes you out to the remote Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve and experience one of New Zealand's most exclusive wildlife adventures....

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (22)

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$112

We only take 10 guests and offer a unique personal experience with 20 years taking guests on our beautiful live-aboard yacht and we still love …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

5.0 (176)

Phantom Sailing Bay of Islands

We only take 10 guests and offer a unique personal experience with 20 years taking guests on our beautiful live-aboard yacht and we still love...

5 hours 30 minutes

5.0 (176)

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$112

The Boulders Scenic Half Day Float on the Rangitikei River

Whitecilffs Boulders are an eerie Boulder Garden sitting on the banks of the Rangitikei River. Lunching amongst these Boulders midway through a gentle drift down …More

5.0 (4)

The Boulders Scenic Half Day Float on the Rangitikei River

Whitecilffs Boulders are an eerie Boulder Garden sitting on the banks of the Rangitikei River. Lunching amongst these Boulders midway through a gentle drift down...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$112

Black Water Rafting Experience Waitomo Caves Tour

We offer two different Blackwater Rafting experiences through the Ruakuri Cave. The Black Labyrinth is the original, 3-hour Blackwater Rafting tour. You will jump off …More

Waitomo, New Zealand

4.9 (432)

Black Water Rafting Experience Waitomo Caves Tour

We offer two different Blackwater Rafting experiences through the Ruakuri Cave. The Black Labyrinth is the original, 3-hour Blackwater Rafting tour. You will jump off...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (432)

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$114

Bay of Islands Tall Ship Sailing on R. Tucker Thompson Including BBQ Lunch

Explore the idyllic waters of the Bay of Islands on board our traditional tall ship, the R. Tucker Thompson, to get an authentic taste of …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

4.9 (377)

Bay of Islands Tall Ship Sailing on R. Tucker Thompson Including BBQ Lunch

Explore the idyllic waters of the Bay of Islands on board our traditional tall ship, the R. Tucker Thompson, to get an authentic taste of...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (377)

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$116

Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge …More

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

4.9 (222)

Full-Day Bay of Islands Tour by Vigilant Yacht Charters

Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge...

5 hours 30 minutes

4.9 (222)

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$118

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

Discover the Bay of Islands under sail — Join our crew for a 6-hour shared day charter from Paihia Wharf. Explore hidden bays, pristine beaches …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (111)

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

Discover the Bay of Islands under sail — Join our crew for a 6-hour shared day charter from Paihia Wharf. Explore hidden bays, pristine beaches...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (111)

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$124

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

Join this half-day tour of the wonderful Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife …More

Paihia, New Zealand

4.7 (268)

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

Join this half-day tour of the wonderful Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (268)

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$123

America's Cup Sailing Experience on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour

Take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or sit back, relax and enjoy the sail on an America's Cup racing yacht as you sail …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.8 (319)

America's Cup Sailing Experience on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour

Take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or sit back, relax and enjoy the sail on an America's Cup racing yacht as you sail...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (319)

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$124

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

Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

On this small group, fully guided One Way trip visit the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves and other stops and secret locations on the way from …More

Auckland, New Zealand

4.9 (88)

Auckland to Rotorua via Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour (One Way)

On this small group, fully guided One Way trip visit the stunning Waitomo Glowworm Caves and other stops and secret locations on the way from...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (88)

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$129

The Awesome Scenic Rafting Adventure - Full Day Rafting on the Rangitikei River

With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from River Valley Lodge …More

4.9 (43)

The Awesome Scenic Rafting Adventure - Full Day Rafting on the Rangitikei River

With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from River Valley Lodge...

6 hours

4.9 (43)

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$138

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 (306)

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 (306)

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$141

Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren. …More

Tauranga, New Zealand

4.9 (326)

Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren....

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (326)

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$152

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

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

5.0 (10)

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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$166

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s best-kept nature sanctuaries and a pest and predator-free haven for native birds. Take the ferry from Paraparaumu Beach …More

Wellington, New Zealand

4.8 (549)

Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour

Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s best-kept nature sanctuaries and a pest and predator-free haven for native birds. Take the ferry from Paraparaumu Beach...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (549)

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$187

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)

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$212

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands... The Ultimate Bay of Islands Boat Cruise! The only overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands, offering snorkeling, kayaking, island …More

Paihia, New Zealand

5.0 (110)

The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise

Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands... The Ultimate Bay of Islands Boat Cruise! The only overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands, offering snorkeling, kayaking, island...

22 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (110)

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$229