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Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

Ernest Kemp Cruises cruising Lake Taupo for over 30 years. We specialise in visiting the Maori Rock Carvings daily. Enjoy the history of the area …More

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Taupo, New Zealand
4.7 (1,039)

Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

Ernest Kemp Cruises cruising Lake Taupo for over 30 years. We specialise in visiting the Maori Rock Carvings daily. Enjoy the history of the area...

110 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,039)
from
$34
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

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Taupo, New Zealand
4.7 (611)

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 (611)
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$37
Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

Look for whales, dolphins and seabirds in the pristine waters of Hauraki Gulf just a short boat ride from Auckland city's Viaduct Harbour. Learn from experts …More

Auckland, New Zealand
4.8 (1,786)

Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

Look for whales, dolphins and seabirds in the pristine waters of Hauraki Gulf just a short boat ride from Auckland city's Viaduct Harbour. Learn from experts...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,786)
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$128
Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise

Our unique tour is the only one to show you the marine life without getting wet. The glass panels provide a clear window to spotting …More

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Whitianga, New Zealand
5.0 (1,024)

Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise

Our unique tour is the only one to show you the marine life without getting wet. The glass panels provide a clear window to spotting...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,024)
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$77
Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures

Step aboard Tiua, Taupō Sailing Adventures’ luxurious sailing catamaran and cruise Great Lake Taupo in comfort and style.. Our sailing experience offers a quiet and …More

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Taupo, New Zealand
4.9 (193)

Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures

Step aboard Tiua, Taupō Sailing Adventures’ luxurious sailing catamaran and cruise Great Lake Taupo in comfort and style.. Our sailing experience offers a quiet and...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (193)
from
$39
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 (854)

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 (854)
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$102
Clearyak hire at Goat Island Marine Reserve

Paddle your 100% glass canoe over stunningly clear waters where you'll see a variety of fish swimming just below your Clearyak at Goat Island Marine …More

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Auckland, New Zealand
4.8 (83)

Clearyak hire at Goat Island Marine Reserve

Paddle your 100% glass canoe over stunningly clear waters where you'll see a variety of fish swimming just below your Clearyak at Goat Island Marine...

30 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (83)
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$73
Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei

Discover Cathedral Cove and beyond with Hahei Explorer, the original Cathedral Cove boat tour since 1992. Departing straight from Hahei Beach, our small-group adventure takes …More

4.9 (359)

Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei

Discover Cathedral Cove and beyond with Hahei Explorer, the original Cathedral Cove boat tour since 1992. Departing straight from Hahei Beach, our small-group adventure takes...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (359)
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$71
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 (109)

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 (109)
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$122
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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$122
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 (376)

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 (376)
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$116
Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise

Discover Tauranga Harbour aboard the iconic KEWPIE — a relaxing, great‑value scenic cruise showcasing one of New Zealand’s most beautiful coastal environments. Enjoy a laid‑back …More

Tauranga, New Zealand
4.7 (53)

Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise

Discover Tauranga Harbour aboard the iconic KEWPIE — a relaxing, great‑value scenic cruise showcasing one of New Zealand’s most beautiful coastal environments. Enjoy a laid‑back...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (53)
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$28
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 …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)
from
$45
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

Bioluminescence is like Pandora of “Avatar” and scenes in “Life of Pi” Escape with us to the most pure and otherworldly experience that natural New …More

Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 (50)

Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

Bioluminescence is like Pandora of “Avatar” and scenes in “Life of Pi” Escape with us to the most pure and otherworldly experience that natural New...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (50)
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$62
Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour

Explore Rotorua like never before on a 90–105 minute sightseeing adventure aboard a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle that travels seamlessly from land to water. Departing …More

Rotorua, New Zealand
4.8 (670)

Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour

Explore Rotorua like never before on a 90–105 minute sightseeing adventure aboard a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle that travels seamlessly from land to water. Departing...

90 to 105 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (670)
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$54
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

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Auckland, New Zealand
4.8 (318)

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 (318)
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$124
Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour – Lake Karapiro

This is a once in a life-time experience and different from any other Glowworm Tour you'll go on! Our adventure begins late afternoon / early …More

Rotorua, New Zealand
5.0 (526)

Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour – Lake Karapiro

This is a once in a life-time experience and different from any other Glowworm Tour you'll go on! Our adventure begins late afternoon / early...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (526)
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$102
Ocean Leopard - Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Boat Tour

Discover Cathedral Cove and Mercury Bay’s spectacular volcanic coastline on a premium 2-hour sightseeing experience from Whitianga. Travel aboard Ocean Leopard, purpose-built for comfort and …More

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Whitianga, New Zealand
5.0 (451)

Ocean Leopard - Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Boat Tour

Discover Cathedral Cove and Mercury Bay’s spectacular volcanic coastline on a premium 2-hour sightseeing experience from Whitianga. Travel aboard Ocean Leopard, purpose-built for comfort and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (451)
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$85
Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

Escape the hectic life and enjoy your sailing experience on our classical sailing yacht Fearless for timeless charm and authentic sailing. Explore the Māori Rock …More

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Likely to Sell Out
Taupo, New Zealand
4.9 (148)

Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

Escape the hectic life and enjoy your sailing experience on our classical sailing yacht Fearless for timeless charm and authentic sailing. Explore the Māori Rock...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (148)
from
$34
Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga

Join local guides for an authentic 2-3 hour tour covering over 25km of continuous volcanic coastline. Our unique purpose built vessel is the perfect viewing …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
Whitianga, New Zealand
5.0 (122)

Sea Cave Adventures in Whitianga

Join local guides for an authentic 2-3 hour tour covering over 25km of continuous volcanic coastline. Our unique purpose built vessel is the perfect viewing...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (122)
from
$81

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