Find the best boat tours and cruising adventures, sailing trips, saltwater fishing charters, scenic cruises, river cruising, small and large boat trips and ferries throughout New Zealand. Explore New Zealand’s 15,000kms of coastline and its rivers and lakes with scenic boat cruises with friends and family! These are the top sail trips and cruises in New Zealand.
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Waitomo Glow Worm Cav...
Experience the best of Rotorua's geothermal wonders and Waitomo Glowworm Caves i ......
Jetboat Ride Hanmer S...
Join us for an exciting, thrilling and adrenaline pumping Jetboat ride on the Wa ......
Days Out Fishing Char...
Our aim is to make your fishing adventure and stay in the bay of islands an expe ......
Full Monty Tour - Cat...
Ocean Leopard Tours is based in beautiful Whitianga, Coromandel. Our scenic boat ......
Happy Hour Cruise
Relax with a glass of local wine or beer and bask in the evening light on a 1-hour happy h ......
Bay Cruise
Enjoy the million dollar views from Lake Te Anau on our 1 hour Bay Cruise as Peter tells y ......
White Island/ Mount Taraw...
Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy ......
Mokai Canyon - 3 day rive...
A 3 day river holiday, suitable for all the family. Tear the children away from the TV and ......
Best Abel Tasman Day tour
A small group personalized 6 hour daytrip, exploring the beautiful Abel Tasman National Pa ......
Parasailing in the Bay of...
New Zealand's highest parasailing at 1300ft over the stunning Bay of Islands. We offer S ......
Tawanui Farm Energy Jet
We are a small family owned business that run jet boating, farms tours and accommodation o ......
Milford Sound Coach &...
Join Pure Milford for all all inclusive day tour to magical Milford Sound from Queenstown ......
Lodge to Lodge Luxury 2 D...
Looking for a multi-day river trip with a touch of luxury? Explore a beautiful section of ......
Auckland to Rotorua via W...
One day tour from Auckland to the beautiful Waitomo Glowworm Caves and geothermal wonderland of Rotorua (One way trip).
Kepler Track Day Walk - B...
Experience the best of Te Anau’s day walks with the Kepler Water Taxi
Super Cruise Combo - The ...
See it all and do it all on our super cruise combo combining the best of the The Cream Tri ......
Carino wildlife cruises -...
Come sailing with us and discover the stunning scenery and amazing wildlife of the beautif ......
Eco Sailing Adventure ex ...
Discover the stunning natural environment of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park aboard our 41-fo ......
The Riverhead Tavern Kaya...
Discover the Riverhead Tavern, a charming spot on the serene Waitemata River, ideal for ka ......
Scenic Cruise Guided Walk
Cross the South Fiord taking in all its majestic beauty and allow us to show you some of t ......
Double Kayak Hire
Immerse yourself in Lake Wanaka with the freedom to explore at your own pace on a kayak or ......
Cathedral Cove Glass Bott...
Approximately 2hrs scenic and marine viewing tour. Visit Cathedral Cove, sea caves and vol ......
Albatross Encounter
Kaikoura is renowned worldwide as a seabird hot spot and is one of the best places in the ......
Milford Sound Heli-Cruise...
The ultimate way to experience Milford Sound and Fiordland. Enjoy spectacular aerial views ......
Sustainable sailing to th...
Step aboard, explore Lake Taupō, and discover its natural beauty and hidden wonders with ......
Limestone Express Kayak T...
This boutique guided tour takes you straight into the heart of the famous Limestone Coast ......
Cathedral Cove Boat Tour ...
The Thrills tour visit all the same spots & a snorkel. Hang on for a white knuckled ad ......
Scenic Cruise to the famo...
Chris Jolly Outdoors has been looking after you for 40 years and that continues during COV ......
Family Adventures Rafting
Family Adventures specialise in soft adventure trips, rafting the upper reaches of the fam ......
The Sea Kayak Excursion
Explore New Zealand's ancient coastline on this boutique guided sea kayak excursion. Enjoy ......
Stand Up Paddle Adventure
Come and journey with us on a SUP Adventure to explore and connect with our moana (sea) and whenua (land).
Vigilant Yacht Charters -...
The Bay of Islands is an ideal sailing playground. Step on board our stunning 42ft classic ......
Hobbiton & Waitomo Ca...
Our Hobbiton & Waitomo small group, fully-guided day trip combines two of the best att ......
Waiatoto River Safari
Embark on the only jet boat tour in New Zealand that takes you from the Ocean to the Alps ......
Island Hopper Sailing Cru...
Join the Barefoot Sailing crew for a magical sailing experience in the Bay of Islands. Spe ......
Lochmara Day Trips
Cruise to Lochmara, one of Marlborough's most popular destinations, taking in the surround ......
Mou Waho Island Cruise &a...
Combine the luxury of a big boat cruise through the outstanding mountain scenery of Lake W ......
Hole in the Rock Cruise
Cruise out through the Bay’s pristine islands and along the Cape Brett Peninsula. See th ......
Cathedral Cove Boat Tour ...
Embark on an extraordinary journey through Hahei’s ancient volcanic coastline, where awe ......
Jetski fun and thrill on ...
Auckland's Hauraki Gulf offers a stunning scenery for your day out on the water and our Je ......
Auckland Bioluminescence ...
Set off on an enchanting adventure with Social Nature Movement's bioluminescence kayak tou ......
Milford Sound Cruise
Join Pure Milford for the scenic cruise of a lifetime. Our famously friendly skipper and ......
Tarawera Falls Volcanic H...
From lofty volcanic heights, to a magical waterfall, this extraordinary day out showcases ......
Seafood Odyssea Cruise
Relax and enjoy the stunning Marlborough Sounds with the exclusive afternoon Seafood Odyss ......
America's Cup Sailing Exp...
Join our crew sailing this authentic America's Cup Yacht on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour with this 2 hour experience.
Waitomo Caves & Rotor...
Our Waitomo Caves & Rotorua fully guided day trip combines nature, Māori culture and ......
Milford Sound Boutique Sm...
Join this award-winning small family owned & operated business for the cruise of a lif ......
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu V...
Fly over the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory, Mount Tarawer ......
Ocean Adventure
Experience the thrill of Ocean Adventure - the fastest boat to the Hole in the Rock on this 1.5hour experience.
River Surfing
Conquer grade 3 rapids, standing waves and whirlpools! The high volume Kawarau River bu ......
Swimming with Dolphins
Our 3.5-hour Swimming with Dolphins experience is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim ......
Dolphin & Wildlife Ec...
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard! Enjoying an amazing ......
Bay of Islands Snorkellin...
We're the Bay of Islands' only dedicated snorkeling experience. Hop in for an epic underwa ......
Glass Bottom Boat Tours t...
Check out the Hole in the Rock and the Fish through the Glass Bottom at Otehei Bay!
Nomad Safaris combos - Da...
Nomad Safaris is proud to partner with select operators to bring you a variety of unique e ......
4.5hr // Hole in the Rock...
Embark on a captivating 4.5-hour cruise and island tour in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand ......
Dolphin Encounter - Swim ...
Kaikoura is one of the best places in the world to both view and swim with wild dusky dolp ......
Seal Kayak Tour
Seal Kayak Kaikoura is the first kayak tour of its kind in New Zealand that allows you to ......
5 Day Majestic Milford, G...
Discover New Zealand's South Island with our 5-day independent scenic coach tour! Start an ......
Kahu Kayaks Guided Tours
Kahu Kayaks' guided kayaking tours in the Abel Tasman offer a taste of adventure, serenity ......
Silent electric boat hire...
Explore the beautiful Kerikeri river on a silent electric boat. No boating experience required!
Sundowner Evening Sailing...
Fancy an evening cruise? Sail the inner area of the Bay of Islands, making the most of ......
Evening Champagne Cruise
Make your way down to Te Anau’s historic wharf, and step aboard an elegant vessel on thi ......
Private Day Charter
The ultimate private yacht adventure in the Bay of Islands on Silverwave luxury day cruise ......
Tauranga Harbour Cruise
Join the friendly crew on the iconic 70 year old Kewpie shes been lovingly restored and is ......
Full Day Scenic Rafting o...
With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside picnic lunch, the 13 k ......
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves D...
Discover the enchanting Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a day trip from Auckland. Enjoy a scenic ......
Milford Sound Tour & ...
Milford Sound Tour & Cruise, this small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amaz ......
Franz Josef Wilderness To...
Join us for a Kayak or Scenic Cruise on Lake Mapourika taking in the panoramic views of th ......
Discovery Cruise
Join Peter & Cruise Te Anau for a boutique 3 hour Discovery Cruise to the beautiful an ......
Premium Milford Sound Tou...
Our small group, fully-guided day trip combines the amazing journey to Milford Sound with ......
Self-Guided Milford Track...
Experience the Milford Track, one of New Zealand’s most famous hiking trails!
Auckland Harbour Sailing ...
Sail where the wind takes us and take in Auckland’s city highlights on our relaxed 1.5 hour harbour sailing experience.
Self-Guided Milford Track...
Experience the Milford Track, one of New Zealand’s most famous hiking trails independent ......
Single Kayak Hire
Immerse yourself in Lake Wanaka with the freedom to explore at your own pace on a kayak or ......
Dolphin & Wildlife Cr...
Watch dolphins swimming up close as you explore our big blue backyard!
Cathedral Cove Boat Tour ...
Cathedral Cove exclusive small group tours. More stops, Close-ups & Inside Small cave ......
Kaikoura fishing tours
Kaikoura fishing tours offers crayfishing and fishing tours from 2 - 4 hours. All top qual ......
Half Day Cruise & Isl...
Discover the Bay of Islands on a small group tour. Scenic cruise through 144 sub-tropical ......
3 HOUR SHARED CHARTER
A lot can happen in three hours… and joining a small group on this charter, fishing alon ......
Nomad Safaris - Queenstow...
Experience New Zealand’s most spectacular quad bike rides, off road 4WD adventures, guid ......
Jet Ski Tour
Enjoy a jet ski tour exploring all the stunning bays, islands and alpine scenery showcasin ......
Floatplane Crater Lakes F...
Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geotherm ......
3 HOUR PRIVATE CHARTER
Excellent for corporate events and team building! Book a private fishing charter for speci ......
Sledge the Kaituna River ...
Sledge the Grade 3 Kaituna River for an exhilarating Rotorua adventure. Navigate rapids, e ......
Waka Ama Adventure (Outri...
Come and journey with us on a Waka Ama Adventure to explore and connect with our moana (sea) and whenua (land).
Whangamata Discover - Sce...
Discover Whangamata from the water and uncover hidden beaches along the coast. You will vi ......
Kaituna River Rafting
Join the Original Kaituna Rafting Company for an unbeatable grade 5 white-water experience ......
Riverhead Cruise
Enjoy a relaxing cruise through Auckland's upper Waitemata Harbour on the Riverhead Cruise ......
Sea Kayaking, Lyttelton H...
Sea Kayaking tour of Lyttelton Harbour- Explore secret bays, sunken ships and sea caves ar ......
Exclusive Sailing Charter...
Charter our 41-foot catamaran for a day and set sail on your own adventure. Most areas of ......
Half Day, Grade 5 Rafting...
Our grade 5, white water rafting trip is often recognised as one of the best half day trip ......
Auckland Harbour Dinner C...
A unique opportunity to dine on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour under sail on this 2.5 hour experience.
Mauao Walk and Workshop
Our Mauao Walk and Workshop allows you to experience cultural history and learn the enviro ......
Heli Siberia Max
Cruise over the tops of the Southern Alps to land in the remote Siberia Valley and rendezv ......
Lakeland Jet Boat
Experience one of NewZealand’s most iconic adventure activities in some of the world gre ......
Bay of Islands Day Tour
Discover the Bay of Islands on a full-day tour from Auckland. Enjoy a scenic drive, visit ......
Milford Sound Fly | Cruis...
Milford Sound is an area of extraordinary beauty. It offers a majestic fiord, dramatic and ......
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu T...
Departing our City Lakefront pier experience the thrill of a floatplane take off, before c ......
Milford Sound Cruise
Escape the crowds and experience the beauty of Milford Sound in its true isolation and grandeur on our 2-hour cruise.
Wild Hills Off Road Safar...
Words fail to describe how utterly spectacular this 4WD adventure through West Wanaka High ......
Cruises, Sailing, and Water Tours to See and Do in New Zealand
New Zealand is abundant with a vast range of water activities. There's no better way to truly appreciate the beautiful New Zealand coastline than by exploring it. Check out See and Do New Zealand for the best water activities, from rafting in caves and rivers to cruises and leisure sailing!
The best places for Cruises, Sailing, and Water Tours in New Zealand
Milford sound is located in Fiordland and offers fantastic views that are hard to look away from. Some cruises also provide heli tours, waterfalls, coach tours and kayaking!
If you're on the North Island, then there are many days of sailing trips to take that are both chilled-out and adventurous!
If you're looking for a more adventurous alternative to sailing and cruises, then check out these activities like parasailing and jet boating!
