Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Wellington, New Zealand

Great choice

10+ bookings last month.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Marlene_v ·

Apr 2026

The service provided, the commentary, the historical aspect of the bird sanctuary the whole experience was something that I willingly promote. Scenery is fantastic. Well done to all involved.

· LEINAALA_M ·

Apr 2026

Great ride, very nice boat, and very informative. Athough the weather was drizzly and windy, we enjoyed our activity very much!

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Overview

Witness Wellington from a perspective that most travelers miss with this harbour cruise experience. Hop aboard a fully electric passenger ferry and relax as you listen to tales of the city’s rich history, keeping an eye out for local cultural and ecological landmarks as the boat navigates Wellington Harbour (Te Whanganui-a-Tara).

An electric ferry means a relaxed journey with minimal engine noise
A great vantage point for snapping photos of the city skyline
Relax on board with purchasable non-alcoholic food and drinks
Learn maritime facts about Wellington that most guidebooks miss

What's Included

Restroom on board
All Fees and Taxes

Alcoholic Beverages

Food and beverages can be purchased onboard (additional charges apply, minimum age for consumption of alcohol is 18 years old)
Snacks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

5 Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Berth C (outside Shed 5 restaurant) where the electric ferry is berthed.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.11:00 am

Itinerary

Wellington Harbour

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 22 reviews

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Fantastic experience

Marlene_v, Apr 2026

The service provided, the commentary, the historical aspect of the bird sanctuary the whole experience was something that I willingly promote. Scenery is fantastic. Well done to all involved.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your review. Great to hear you enjoyed our Wellington Harbour Explorer Tour, and we’re happy you enjoyed the scenery and overall experience.

Great Ride and Very Informative!

LEINAALA_M, Apr 2026

Great ride, very nice boat, and very informative. Athough the weather was drizzly and windy, we enjoyed our activity very much!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your review. Great to hear you enjoyed our Wellington Harbour Explorer Tour and the views of the city.

Nice way to see city

Lavinia_R, Mar 2026

Remember to wear a hat jacket; it’s windy if you are up top. Nice views of city and informative. Enjoyed the ride.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your review. Great to hear you enjoyed our Wellington Harbour Explorer Tour and the views of the city.

Excellent trip

Mandy_W, Mar 2026

Fantastic experience. Beautiful day with great scenery, smooth ride and an excellent young lady as guide talking about Maritime history

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your review. Great to hear you enjoyed the trip, scenery, and guide.

Excellent tour if you have time to spare

Arv_T, Mar 2026

We needed something to do for our last day in Wellington with weather changing badly. This turned out to be the perfect to ur. The skipper and the crew were fantastic. Knowledgeable and great friendly team.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed your tour with us.

Beauty and History

Kirsten_F, Mar 2026

We were lucky to have a sunny, low-wind day. Hearing about the history of the harbor, how the earthquakes changed and reshaped the city was fascinating. The scenery was beautiful. But don’t forget sunscreen, even for late afternoon!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your review Kirsten. We're glad you had an enjoyable tour and learnt a bit about our beautiful harbour.

Mobility

Karen_S, Feb 2026

Really good commentary. Grey inside space if weather is challenging. Friendly crew., who helped me to manage y mobility issues, helping me to feel safe.