Take in the highlights of Auckland with a sightseeing tour aboard an amphibious 'duck' vehicle. Drive down the Auckland waterfront from Queen’s Wharf past Viaduct Harbour, Wynyard Quarter, Westhaven Marina and Auckland Harbour Bridge. See iconic buildings including Sky Tower, The Cloud and Shed 10, then cruise into the waters of Waitemata Harbour to get another perspective on waterfront landmarks including Silo Park and the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
The duck vehicle allows you to see the highlights of the 'City of Sails' by land and water, a perfect match for Auckland, known for a passion for all things aquatic.
Meet your guide Opposite the Auckland Ferry Terminal on Quay Street and hop on board the duck vehicle to start your tour. Buckle up as you set off past historic Queen’s Wharf, which opened in 1913 as a cargo wharf and was key to Auckland’s growth. Queen’s Wharf is now home to premier events venues The Cloud and Shed 10, where international competitions including the America’s Cup and the Rugby World Cup have hosted fan zones and elaborate parties.
As you continue, take in the lively scene around Viaduct Harbour and nearby Wynyard Quarter. Neighboring Silo Park features music and movies staged between towering silos. Your guide explains how recent development transformed the gritty industrial waterfront area into a district overflowing with world-class restaurants, bars, festivals and pop-up markets.
Continue past scenic St Mary’s Bay and be amazed as your vehicle transforms into a boat and splashes into the water for a 20-minute ride around Waitemata Harbour. As you cruise past Westhaven Marina, note the super yachts at dock and other watercraft. Enjoy a new perspective on the city and harbor as your vehicle glides along the water. Your duck even goes underneath the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge if conditions allow.
After some time on the water, your vehicle comes ashore and changes back into street mode. Your guide points out landmarks like Sky Tower and Victoria Park as you return to the ferry terminal.
The tour itself was in the main informative and about the right length of time at an hour but the two guides showed a complete lack of respect to their customers with inappropriate personal remarks and swearing on their microphone headsets, upsetting and embarrassing my party which included two young children and I would expect a number of other customers. In fairness I did write to complain and the Company apologised, advised that they had investigated the matter and taken appropriate action. Lets hope It works!
Review by: Tracey R, July 2016
This was enjoyable and the operators very knowledgeable about the area and the marina. Seeing the tallest single mastered ship was awesome. The twilight cruise was great. :
Review by: James W, May 2016
Been on a few Ducks Singapore, Ketchikan, Seattle and they ALL had lively Drivers and Narrators with music playing and really got everyone involved. Unfortunately the Auckland Duck lacked the WOW factor and was a little lame. The route was OK, it was the experience that was flat. Sorry
Review by: mr walker, April 2016
A fun way to view downtown Auckland by road and the marina area by water - most enjoyable.
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