New Zealand · summer (Jun-Aug)

Summer in Auckland: Best Tours & Activities

Harbour sailing, island ferries, vineyards a half-hour past the bridge. Boat trips, beach clubs, rooftop tours, outdoor food markets and long-daylight walking tours in Auckland — peak-season activities worth the crowds, all skip-the-line.

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2h 30m

Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner

See the highlights of Auckland on a 2.5-hour sailboat cruise on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour.

  • 4.5★ · 515 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $100 a person
5h to 24h

Barcelona Buzz Summer Package – Full Moon, Rooftop & Boat

Three iconic parties.

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From $80 a person
4h 30m

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.

  • 4.6★ · 1888 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $129 a person
Auckland Explorer Bus
24h

Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Experience the best things to see in Auckland with a 24 or 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket!

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From $42 a person
1h 30m

Split Riviera Panoramic Sunset Cruise with Summer Vibes on Boat

Summer evenings in Dalmatia.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $33 a person
1h 30m

Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland

Experience Auckland's stunning skyline and iconic landmarks from the water on a 1.5-hour scenic cruise with The Red Boats.

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From $27 a person
1h

Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise

Experience the beauty of Oʻahu South Shore as we sail toward Lēʻahi (Diamond Head) aboard the spacious Haleiwa Queen, a 50ft power catamaran, with 49 seats, an onboard restroom, a...

  • 4.6★ · 2324 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $46 a person
1h 30m

Scenic Wine and Cheese Auckland Harbour Cruise

Cruise through the stunning Auckland Harbour while enjoying a selection of New Zealand wines and artisanal cheeses.

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From $38 a person
Sunset Rangitoto island
6h 30m

Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island

Kayak to the land mark of the Auckland region while the sun is slowly setting over Auckland and the Waitakere Ranges.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $144 a person
2h

Bioluminescence Kayak Tour - Est. 1994

Experience nature’s most enchanting light show with our 2 hour bioluminescence kayak tour.

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From $70 a person
4h

Best of Auckland Small Group Tour Top Attractions & Scenic Views

Perfect for first-time visitors to New Zealand, this half-day Auckland tour is the ideal introduction to the country’s natural beauty, coastal charm, and vibrant city life.

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From $112 a person
3h 20m

Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria

Join us for a thrilling whale watching experience on the Salish Sea aboard our 12-passenger open-air Zodiac vessels.

  • 4.7★ · 364 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $139 a person
8h

Shore Excursion: Auckland Scenic Full Day Tour - 8 Hours

Popular Tour now released as a Shore Excursion.The most comprehensive Full Day 8 hour Auckland Tour available.

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From $133 a person
Remarkable Shotover Canyons
25 min

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

Prepare yourself for the ultimate jet boating experience with Shotover Jet - the unique, breathtaking white water ride and adrenaline rush you’ll never forget!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $120 a person
1h

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Relax in style on the Durban luxury Pontoon Boat Cruise.

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From $14 a person
6h 30m

Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island

Come explore the landmark of the Auckland region and see Auckland city from another perspective.

  • 4.9★ · 83 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $144 a person
12h

Group tour to Bay of Islands return from Auckland

Enjoy this full-day Excursion from Auckland to the Bay of Islands.

  • 4.9★ · 64 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $216 a person
3h

Sunset Tour Mallorca: Sunset boat trip with music & good atmosphere

Experience an exclusive sunset experience aboard our boat, taking in the breathtaking panoramic views of the Bay of Palma.

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From $58 a person
10h to 12h

Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch from Auckland

Leave Auckland behind for a scenic small‑group day trip to the Coromandel Peninsula.

  • 4.9★ · 66 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $150 a person
1h

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Ride

Experience the best of Lake Austin on this BYOB Sunset Cruise.

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From $35 a person
1h 15m

Newport Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard Rum Runner II

Step aboard a classic boat and get a great overview of Newport’s historic waterfront, Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay.

  • 4.7★ · 72 reviews
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From $45 a person
8h 15m

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

Discover the untamed beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park on this full-day Dart River 'funyak' (inflatable canoe) and jet boat tour from...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $302 a person
12h

Auckland: Rotorua Tour with Waiotapu, Te Puia and Maori Haka

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Auckland to Wai-O-Tapu and Te Puia in Rotorua, where natural wonders and cultural experiences await.

  • 5.0★ · 92 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $235 a person
2h

Auckland Sunset Harbour Cruise

Experience Auckland’s harbour at its most beautiful with a relaxing Sunset Cruise aboard a classic wooden vessel with the The Red Boats.

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From $27 a person