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A boat on turquoise waters near a green island with rocky coastlines. 1
A coastal cityscape with buildings, a hill with trees, and a clear sky. 2
A turquoise boat with 'IKA RERE' written on the side, moving through calm waters with a shoreline of houses and trees in the background. 3
Three people on a boat, looking at a coastal landscape with hills and a clear sky. 4
A woman and a child on a boat, pointing at the water. 5
By East by West Ferries

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is $44 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Enjoy a 90-minute Wellington Harbour tour
    • Cruise aboard the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry
    • Enjoy live English commentary with Mandarin audio recordings available
    • See iconic landmarks, harbour islands, and coastal scenery
    • Purchase local wines, craft beers, beverages, and snacks onboard

Activity location

    • Wellington
    • Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Queens Wharf, Wellington 6011, New Zealand | Berth C, Queens Wharf (outside Shed 5).
    • Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

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Wellington: 90-Minute Commentated Harbour Explorer Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00AM
Price details
$44.19 x 2 Adults$88.38
Total
Price is $88.38
Until Sun, Nov 8

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    90-minute commentated harbour tour
  • Inclusions
    Departs and returns to Queens Wharf, in Wellington City

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Electric wheelchairs, Smoking, Vaping
    • Not suitable for: Hearing-impaired people, People prone to seasickness, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute Wellington Harbour tour aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry.

    Cruise through Wellington Harbour/Te Whanganui-a-Tara while learning about the capital city's history, maritime heritage, natural environment, and key landmarks. Live English commentary is provided, with Mandarin audio recordings available.

    This sightseeing tour offers a unique perspective of Wellington's waterfront, harbour islands, coastal landscapes, and historic sites. The route may vary depending on conditions, allowing the crew to make the most of the harbour on the day.

    Quiet, low-emissions, and designed for sightseeing, this Wellington Harbour cruise is one of the city's most unique and relaxing experiences.

Location

Activity location

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    • Wellington
    • Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Queens Wharf, Wellington 6011, New Zealand | Berth C, Queens Wharf (outside Shed 5).
    • Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand