Itinerary
New Zealand’s most interactive whale and dolphin watching experience.
An incredible eco safari direct from downtown Auckland. If you’ve always wanted to go whale watching, our 4.5-hour safari features breathtaking encounters with New Zealand marine wildlife, including whales, dolphins, seals, rare seabirds, and more! Make close-up discoveries and enjoy experiences with our diverse marine wildlife in the stunning scenery of Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. Enjoy unique and special moments with our wildlife and capture photos of rare birds, marine mammals, and amazing island views during your personal encounters.
Stop At:
• New Zealand Maritime Museum, Corner Quay and Hobson Streets Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Central, Auckland 1140 New Zealand
• Viaduct Harbour Ave, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
• Auckland Harbour Bridge, Curran St, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
• Rangitoto Island, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
• Waitemata Harbour, Auckland New Zealand
• Hauraki Gulf, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
• Auckland Whale & Dolphin Safari, 175 Quay Street Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010 New Zealand
• Motuihe Island, Hauraki Gulf, Auckland New Zealand
• Motutapu Island, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
• Tiritiri Matangi Island, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
• North Head Historic Reserve, Takarunga Rd. Devonport, Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand
See Availability.
Eastern Viaduct, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
4 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
Advisable to dress in warm layers and weatherproof gear as weather can be unpredictable
Advisable to bring sun hat (with chin strap to secure it), sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, binoculars and flat-soled shoes
IMPORTANT: Check in closes 15 minutes prior to stated departure time. Those passengers who are late risk losing their allocated seats.
If mobility impaired and a wheelchair is required, please contact operator directly to discuss requirements
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : johnrY500RT
Amazing trip, got to see 2 types of beautiful dolphins close up who came up to play around the boat for ages. The crew (11th May) were fantastic, so friendly and knowledgeable (qualified marine biology specialists). I highly recommend this company.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : KhengYee_T
It was really an enjoyable trip! The crews were friendly, knowledgeable and fun, the journey was long but they made it fun!! So lucky to be able to see dolphins swimming nearby! Saw a "Black Pearl" too, haaa!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Klara_H
No whales today but around 500 dolphins. It was an amazing experience with very experienced staff who showed us their work and told us many interesting facts. Well worth the money and it feels good to support a good cause. I had a great time!
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Roam66823771010
The trip was amazing. The guides were entertaining yet emphasized safety. We saw lots of dolphins and the guides even explained their research into marine life with phytoplankton and zooplankton.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Greg_M
No whales, lots of dolphins . Crew was very good, did a good job pointing things out, unfortunately couldn’t find any whales
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Voyager34111917867
There is zero instruction nor live person to speak to when you are arriving the gigantic port. I called several times and could not reach a live person only a robot. When I tried to message customer service I was told I would get back to you in 24 hours and they are quite happy to keep your money and not offer you any alternatives. This company is a fraud. Zero signage, no customer service, all robots. Never again.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : H2948TJhannahm
George the marine biologist was so kind and lovely to me when I lost my water bottle. Kayla was very informative and gave an important speech about micro plastics in the oceans. She had just came back from the Antarctica on a science scholarship. We had Ben and John as our skipper.:)
We saw a pod of 300 dolphins and was the most amazing day we will cherish forever, the dolphins hitched a ride on the boats waves to conserve energy. We learnt so many facts about dolphins. I love how it is a research vessel and eco friendly, felt nice that we were tagging along with them instead of feeling like tourists.
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Posted On : 2024-05-07
Posted By : SimonC3580
Beautiful day out in on the water.Crew were knowledgeable and commentary excellent , the on board scientist was exceptional, passionate about conservation, full of chat!
Saw lots of dolphins and a whale and great the crew so conscious of the environment.
Lot of time getting out there but time flew by, could have had a bit longer with the dolphins and for the price, a complimentary coffee wouldn’t go amiss… all up though Stella trip .
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Posted On : 2024-05-05
Posted By : Chiu S
Staffs are enthusiastic, informative and environmental friendly, love them.
Water is calm, yacht is fast, most importantly is so many dolphins! Make you just enjoy watching and not necessary to concentrate on tame photos!
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Posted On : 2024-05-05
Posted By : PaulCollier
Weather, sea state and what animals are around will influence how this trip turns out. No whales spotted on our trip but we were fortunate to watch an amazing ‘workup’; hundreds of Gannets diving for fish and plenty of dolphins at the surface. Super knowledgeable crew with many interesting facts from Sanaa and terrible jokes from Ben. Thanks team top job!
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Posted On : 2024-05-04
