10 Dolphin & Whale Watching in Auckland That You Shouldn't Miss

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At Snap Fishing Ventures we have designed and developed complimenting packages, so that you can put together and personalize your Kiwi experience of Auckland/New Zealand's beautiful and bountiful natural assets . We are very passionate about showing you the great fishing and marine life around Aucklands Hauraki Gulf and other local waters. We offer accommodation nestled amongst the native bush. Cheers Capt Nik (Snap)

Explore beautiful remote islands & view amazing wildlife aboard our newly refurbished 11m launch. Fully guided & catered boat trips, including the FREE use of snorkel equipment, wetsuits, kayaks & paddle boards! Snorkel & Sightseeing Adventures of the outer Hauraki Gulf Islands including Little Barrier Island, the Mokohinau islands, Hen & Chicken Islands & Great Barrier Island, with excellent opportunities for dolphin sightings! We also offer a FREE PICK UP / DROP OFF service between the Warkworth bus station to Sandspit. Also available for private charter for up to 12 passengers.

Luxury wellness adventures. Offering retreats on a luxury yacht in New Zealand & Turkey. Our retreats are the perfect harmony of fitness, mindfulness, exploring & fun. We create an atmosphere for you to re-energise, re-vitalise & relax. With the help of our qualified SailFit professionals, you are armed with the tools to sustain the level of energy you need to grow, develop & succeed.

This is New Zealand’s most interactive whale and dolphin watching experience! Come aboard our luxury catamaran from downtown Auckland, minutes from city hotels, for breath-taking encounters with an incredible variety of wildlife including whales, dolphins, seabirds, seals, penguins and more! Beginning in the Viaduct Harbour, be transported to the sheltered waters of the Hauraki Gulf - one of the world's most abundant and diverse marine parks. Be prepared for breath-taking encounters with wildlife on your 4.5-hour eco-adventure. Enjoy large viewing decks on our purpose-built catamaran Dolphin Explorer and capture amazing photos and video! On board, you'll also participate in marine research conducted by marine biologist guides, who will inspire you to become a guardian of our oceans. *GUARANTEED marine mammal viewing – or come back for free! *Every ticket helps contribute directly to marine mammal conservation

Escape for a day to beautiful Kawau Island, home to a pristine wildlife reserve surrounded by the calm clear waters of the Hauraki Gulf. Kawau Island Super Cruise takes you from Sandspit, just a short drive North of Auckland city, to follow the Royal Mail delivery route around Kawau - the longest mail run by watercraft in the Southern Hemisphere. This is the perfect way to take in the Island's many stunning bays and gain insight into what life is like for the 70 or so permanent residents who call the road-less Island home. Learn about the history of the Island and take in amazing views while your experienced skipper points out significant landmarks and sights of interest. Watch Gannets and other seabirds on the hunt for their lunch. Don't forget to keep a close eye out for Dolphins, Penguins and other interesting sea creatures that might show up for a visit. Arriving ashore at Mansion House Bay there is plenty of time to explore your beautiful surroundings. Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy, visit the historic Mansion House and stroll through the stunning subtropical gardens alive with native birds such as Tui, Kereru and the cheeky Weka. Proud Peacocks and shy Wallabies call the gardens their home so keep your camera on hand to catch a unique photo opportunity. Enjoy the numerous walking tracks that beckon you to beautiful beaches. Along the way, discover and explore ancient Maori Pa sites and the ruins of a seashore copper mine once worked by early settlers. Pack your swimwear and some snorkeling gear in summer to explore the crystal clear waters teeming with marine life. Return Cruise Price: $68 Adult (16+) $34 Child (5-15 years) FREE Preschool (0-4 years) Please note: The Department of Conservation charges a small fee on the day for entry to the historic Mansion House ($4 adults, $2 Children, Under 5s free) Departs Sandspit Wharf 10:30 am daily - Returns from Mansion House 2pm

Phoenix Charters have just launched our brand new fishing boat, purpose built to carry 6 to 8 passengers in comfort and speed. We can get you out past the local islands and fishing the deeper water for big snapper and kingfish in no time, leaving you more time to catch the big ones. We cater for 6 - 8 fishing guests onboard. Due to the walkaround design and large rear cockpit this provides more than enough room for every angler and allows you to still be able to cast your rod without stepping on anyone else's toes. Our fishing vessel Beast was custom built in November 2018 it features a full cabin to keep you out of the elements whilst travelling, a private walk in toilet facility and is powered by a 300hp Suzuki outboard which will get you to the fishing spots fast. Beast has been carefully planned and designed and was built to a high standard and features high quality Safety Equipment, above and beyond the Maritime requirements. It also features a walk in private flush toilet.

We offer a wide range of quality brands for all your diving needs. SCUBA diving is great fun, and can open the way for you to discover the diversity of the amazing underwater world. We are a PADI 5 Star Scuba DIve Centre We offer courses from beginner to Instructor training. Gear servicing and hire Dive the Poor Knights, Goat Island, Mathersons Bay, Wreck Diving, Come see us at our store

Sightseeing, Casita Miro, Podire Crisci, Olive oil tasting, Batch Winery shared platter, Mudbrick Restaurant and Vineyard. Stunning day out.

Hooked Up Charters is a recreational fishing provider, ideally for enthusiastic fishermen who have a desire or passion for catching big snapper and kingfish in the outer reaches of the Hauraki Gulf. We meet at Half Moon Bay jetty next to the boat ramp. www.hookedupcharters.co.nz