Enjoy afternoon tea under sail on Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour while on board our harbour cruising yacht. You are able to sit back and relax while listening to an informative commentary on the sights of the city. This is an experience you will treasure forever.
The Captain will welcome you on board and take you through a brief introduction of the cruise accompanied by a safety briefing. Upon departure the yacht motors through Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, in wet weather afternoon tea may be served below decks at Westhaven Marina. Listen to an informative commentary on the history of the Viaduct and the Americas Cup bases.
Once you have enjoyed afternoon tea the crew set the sails to cruise Auckland's beautiful Waitemata Harbour taking in sights such as the Auckland Bridge, Westhaven Marina, Devonport (Auckland's oldest suburb) along with sweeping views of the city. You have the option of helping the crew sail the yacht or just sit back while listening to an informative commentary on the sights.
We didn't get to go on our sailing experience and only found out once we got there that due to low numbers they weren't going ahead. Very disappointed to book a special trip for my husbands birthday only to be disappointed at the last moment. There was nothing on the website to advise us that it was dependent on numbers. Explore NZ's solution was for us to pay an ADDITIONAL 160 to go on a different cruise. Totally unacceptable customer service and experience dealing with Explore NZ. No issues with Viator as a service at all though :
Review by: James D, October 2017
Excellent afternoon on the harbor. Leisurely and pleasant. There were only 3 of us and the captain so it was like a private charter. Captain was very knowledgeable about all the sights and told some interesting stories about the area my only thought was maybe a bit too much on the real estate prices
Review by: halo8horton1r, June 2017
This afternoon sailing was excellent,the knowledge and experience of the crew made me feel safe i am a nervous on the water! Would recommend,my husband was thrilled to steer the yacht.
Review by: D C S, February 2017
Very professional and great fun. Superb views of Auckland.
Review by: Bill T, June 2016
Great trip , great crew. Truly recommended
Review by: Louise M, November 2015
Great way to spend our first afternoon in NZ. Weather was perfect which helped!! Our crew Ali and Alex were friendly and shared interesting info about the harbour and surrounding areas. Everyone had the opportunity of hoisting sails and driving the boat, Very highly recommended.
Review by: K L G, March 2015
Cheers, that was just perfect :)
Review by: tina p, February 2013
It was a gorgeous day and the crew were great. It's a beautiful day out if u are looking for something relaxing.
Review by: Joan D, March 2012
We had a fantastic time! Enjoyed every moment with the great crew!
Review by: Carl H, March 2012
This was a wild ride in 25 to 30 knot winds. Very professional crew, no danger, just excitement.
Review by: Mary M, January 2012
Wow, what a fantastic Harbour Cruise! The staff were so down to earth and friendly, the day was perfect and out on the water was beautiful! Even got a go at steering! So worth it!
Review by: DOUG H, December 2011
Very good. A must if you are visiting Auckland
Review by: DH, December 2011
Very good. A must if you are visiting Auckland
Review by: TABLE TALK DINING, January 2011
this was a most enjoyable afternoon, we were very lucky to have great weather , and along with a great crew, it was an excellent afternoon
Review by: Anonymous, August 2010
It was okay. The day was not the best. I would have liked to see the inside of the sail boat.
Review by: Timothy S, August 2010
It was okay. The day was not the best. I would have liked to see the inside of the sail boat.
Review by: , August 2010
It was okay. The day was not the best. I would have liked to see the inside of the sail boat.
Review by: Christine R, United States of America, June 2010
crew was very friendly n knowledgeable. snack was satisfying. didnt drink coffee or tea even though offered. should have though as it was quite cold being winter there...But would definitely do again.thx. being prepaid was very easy too. no problem there too.
Review by: Anonymous, June 2010
crew was very friendly n knowledgeable. snack was satisfying. didnt drink coffee or tea even though offered. should have though as it was quite cold being winter there...But would definitely do again.thx. being prepaid was very easy too. no problem there too.
Review by: , June 2010
crew was very friendly n knowledgeable. snack was satisfying. didnt drink coffee or tea even though offered. should have though as it was quite cold being winter there...But would definitely do again.thx. being prepaid was very easy too. no problem there too.
Review by: Anonymous, United States of America, December 2008
Staff were very knowledgeable and allowed for us to take the helm. The fact that we also received free entrance to the Maritime Museum was a bonus! Only complaint was that the coffee and muffins were, well, a bit disappointing given the hype of having a coffee cruise. Coffee in a styrofoam cup and a muffin handed out in a basket was a bit of a let down.
Review by: Robert C, December 2008
Staff were very knowledgeable and allowed for us to take the helm. The fact that we also received free entrance to the Maritime Museum was a bonus! Only complaint was that the coffee and muffins were, well, a bit disappointing given the hype of having a coffee cruise. Coffee in a styrofoam cup and a muffin handed out in a basket was a bit of a let down.
Review by: , December 2008
Staff were very knowledgeable and allowed for us to take the helm. The fact that we also received free entrance to the Maritime Museum was a bonus! Only complaint was that the coffee and muffins were, well, a bit disappointing given the hype of having a coffee cruise. Coffee in a styrofoam cup and a muffin handed out in a basket was a bit of a let down.
Review by: Michael E, August 2008
It was a lovely, sunny day and we were served with chocolate muffins and either tea or coffee. Everyone on board was encouraged to take the wheel and steer the vessel - awesome!
Review by: , August 2008
Excellent sailing experience, great crew.
Review by: Robert T, August 2008
Excellent sailing experience, great crew.
Review by: Anonymous, August 2008
Excellent sailing experience, great crew.
Review by: Michael E, United Kingdom, May 2007
It was a lovely, sunny day and we were served with chocolate muffins and either tea or coffee. Everyone on board was encouraged to take the wheel and steer the vessel - awesome!
Review by: Anonymous, United States of America, March 2007
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