New Zealand · summer (Jun-Aug)

Summer in Wellington: Best Tours & Activities

Coffee culture, harbour winds, the Te Papa museum, day-trips into wine country. Boat trips, beach clubs, rooftop tours, outdoor food markets and long-daylight walking tours in Wellington — peak-season activities worth the crowds, all skip-the-line.

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Summer experiences in Wellington

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tep into a world of creativity, physical effects and movie magic at Wētā Workshop in Wellington

1h 30m

Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington

Step behind-the-scenes Wētā Workshop has been making cool stuff for film and TV since 1987. Our crew has brought to life beloved characters and epic special effects for iconic...

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $35 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

5h to 24h

Barcelona Buzz Summer Package – Full Moon, Rooftop & Boat

Three iconic parties.

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From $80 a person

1h 30m

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

Discover Wellington from a different perspective on a 90-minute commentated harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere’s first fully electric passenger ferry.

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From $47 a person

Kaitaki travelling through the Marlborough Sounds.

3h 30m

InterIslander Ferry - Wellington to Picton

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breath-taking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year.

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Half-day

From $61 a person

2h 15m

Discover Wellington’s greatest Māori waterfront experience

The only experience of its kind in a capital city!

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From $68 a person

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 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

Pedal Boats on The Point Waterfront Canals

30 min

Pedal Boat Rides on Durban Point Waterfront Canals

The pedal boats are located in the historic Durban Point Waterfront on the canals.We are the only pedal boat operator on the canals which are a protected marine reserve containing...

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From $9 a person

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

Newport Afternoon Sightseeing Sail on Classic Sailboat

Sail on a classic sailboat in Newport, RI, and enjoy a sightseeing sailing experience around Narragansett Bay.

Top-rated · 4.8★
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From $57 a person

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

Relax in style on the Durban luxury Pontoon Boat Cruise.

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From $14 a person

Step into Wētā Workshop Experiences and explore a world of creativity, physical effects and movie magic on a guided tour through our creative home base.

3h 15m

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Journey from Wellington to Wētā Workshop—and back again—in our dedicated shuttle.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $62 a person

9 min

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

Helicopter Flight Over Wellington – A Unique Aerial Experience Take to the skies and discover New Zealand’s capital from an unforgettable perspective with this thrilling...

Free cancellation
Short pick · ≤2h

From $103 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

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Discover Wellington's breath-taking vistas through our expertly curated City Heights Tour for small groups not exceeding 11 people.

Top-rated · 4.9★
Free cancellation

From $109 a person

Wellington City to Coast Highlights Tour (with Lunch)

A 5 hour guided highlights tour of coastal Wellington.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $127 a person

Whale Watching on OSPREY Speed Boat with canopy from SYD Harbour

Board a speed boat for one of the most exciting and most personal whale-watching experiences in Sydney.

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From $105 a person

Wellington Harbour eBike Explorer (bike first then ferry)

From Queens Wharf, follow the cycle way out of the city (you'll be on dedicated cycle paths next to the road) until you reach the start of the newly completed shared pathway, Te...