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Auckland Day Trips With A Bay Cruise

Cruise boat at Paihia wharf in the Bay of Islands.

Two Auckland day trips, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $255.42 to $263.16; both list pickup.

These Auckland day trips run 12 to 13 hours and cost from $255.42 to $263.16 per person, each built around a 4.5 hour cruise on the Bay of Islands. Both tours pick up in Auckland and offer free cancellation. Sea and weather conditions on the day decide whether each cruise goes ahead as planned.

Common Questions

How Much Do These Auckland Day Trips Cost?

Both tours are priced per person, with the 12 hour return trip from $263.16 and the 13 hour small group trip from $255.42. Prices do not vary by group size on either tour. Each price covers the full day trip with its 4.5 hour bay cruise.

How Long Are The Day Trips With A Bay Cruise?

The Auckland Day Trip, 12 Hour Return runs 12 hours in total, and the Small Group Auckland Trip, 13 Hours runs 13 hours in total. Each includes a 4.5 hour cruise on the bay. Weather and sea conditions on the day can affect the schedule.

What Is Included And What Should I Bring Or Check?

Both tours include pickup in Auckland (hotel pickup on the 12 hour trip, CBD pickup on the 13 hour trip) and free cancellation. Lunch is not included on either tour, so bring food or money for it. Swimming with dolphins is not permitted in the Bay of Islands, and cruises depend on the day's weather and sea conditions.

How Do I Choose Between The Two Tours?

The 12 hour trip travels by coach, carries up to 20 people, and starts at $263.16; the 13 hour trip travels by minibus, is capped at 16 people, and starts at $255.42. Both are rated 4.9, based on 70 reviews and 26 reviews respectively. The 13 hour trip's description names dolphins among the marine life to look for, though any sighting depends on conditions.

Compare The Two Auckland Day Trips Side By Side

TourLengthFromRatingMealPickup
Auckland Day Trip, 12-Hour Return12 hours$263.16 per person★ 4.9 (70)No lunchIncluded
Small Group Auckland Trip, 13 Hours13 hours$255.42 per person★ 4.9 (26)No lunchIncluded

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