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Discover 60 Boat experiences in New Zealand on Trip.com, updated November 20, 2025, with experiences lasting from 1 to 13 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!

From AUD 49.03 per person, with an average total of AUD 162.74. Choose the option that suits your plan.

With 2.226k verified reviews, Boat experiences New Zealand boast an average rating of 4.7.

This week's most popular Boat experiences: "Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise", with 896 reviews and a 4.9 rating.

Now on Trip.com: "Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch", a 11-hour adventure in New Zealand!

The next available day tour departs on November 21, 2025. Book now to secure your spot!

New Zealand Boat experiences usually take about 11 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!

100% of New Zealand Boat experiences now offer English-speaking guides

November is the perfect time to visit New Zealand! Choose from Boat experiences available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise.

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60 Results for New Zealand Boat experiences

  • Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

    Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

    Duration: 11 hrs
    English
    4.2/5
    Good· 67 reviews
    FromAU$ 333.12
  • New Zealand South Island Aoraki / Mount Cook Tasman Glacier Ice Explorer Boat - Tasman Glacier Lake Explorer Tour - Magnificent Views of New Zealand's Glacial Lakes
    󱩳New Zealand's unique activity: experience the distinctive glacial lake formed beneath the glacier at great value.

    New Zealand South Island Aoraki / Mount Cook Tasman Glacier Ice Explorer Boat - Tasman Glacier Lake Explorer Tour - Magnificent Views of New Zealand's Glacial Lakes

    Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 278.03
  • Speedboat Rides in Queenstown, New Zealand - Shotover Jet Queenstown/Shark Speedboat/K Jet Speedboat
    󱩳Enjoy thrilling water activities while admiring the spectacular views of towering canyons

    Speedboat Rides in Queenstown, New Zealand - Shotover Jet Queenstown/Shark Speedboat/K Jet Speedboat

    English
    5.0/5
    Excellent· 1 review
    FromAU$ 121.35
  • Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

    Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

    Duration: 30 mins
    English
    4.8/5
    Great· 133 reviews
    FromAU$ 137.61
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise in Queenstown, New Zealand [Century Steamboat Cruise + Farm Show + BBQ Lunch/Dinner (Optional)]
    󱩳Cruise Lake Wakatipu and Walter Peak Station

    TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise in Queenstown, New Zealand [Century Steamboat Cruise + Farm Show + BBQ Lunch/Dinner (Optional)]

    Duration: 3 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 135.97
  • Queenstown's iconic activities on New Zealand's South Island: Vintage steamship + farm sheep shearing show + farm animal cruise + BBQ buffet / TSS Earnslaw steamship / Must-visit in Queenstown
    󱩳Queenstown's iconic activities: Lake Wakatipu boat cruise, panoramic views of Queenstown, sheep shearing show, farm tour, and BBQ buffet. Great value for money.

    Queenstown's iconic activities on New Zealand's South Island: Vintage steamship + farm sheep shearing show + farm animal cruise + BBQ buffet / TSS Earnslaw steamship / Must-visit in Queenstown

    Duration: 4 hrs
    English
    71 booked
    FromAU$ 120.93
  • Queenstown Shotover Jet
    󱩳Thrilling water sports

    Queenstown Shotover Jet

    Duration: 1 hr
    English
    FromAU$ 123.61
  • New Zealand Waitomo Glowworm Caves / Ruakuri Cave Half-Day Tour [North Island Must-Visit]|Multiple packages available
    󱩳Waitomo underground cave exploration is an unforgettable and popular attraction on New Zealand's North Island, and one of its must-visit destinations.

    New Zealand Waitomo Glowworm Caves / Ruakuri Cave Half-Day Tour [North Island Must-Visit]|Multiple packages available

    English
    FromAU$ 64.43
  • Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

    Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

    Duration: 2 hrs
    English
    4.9/5
    Excellent· 896 reviews· 21 booked
    FromAU$ 117.04
  • KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

    KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers

    Duration: 1 hr
    English
    4.8/5
    Great· 188 reviews
    FromAU$ 134.15
  • 2.5-hour MAC Ice Lake Boat Experience on Mount Cook Tasman Glacier, South Island, New Zealand (Guide explanation + fixed-point pick-up + Winter Palace Hotel optional)
    󱩳Same style as celebrities; higher chances of a successful trip if the weather is stable; ride a specially customized MAC cruise; explore the Tasman Glacier and glacial lake

    2.5-hour MAC Ice Lake Boat Experience on Mount Cook Tasman Glacier, South Island, New Zealand (Guide explanation + fixed-point pick-up + Winter Palace Hotel optional)

    English
    FromAU$ 212.67
  • Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Go out to sea to watch whales]
    󱩳Chase the call of the sea! In Kaikoura whale watching, you will witness magnificent whales jumping out of the sea and feel the shocking power of nature! Go deep into the mysterious world of the ocean! Kaikoura whale watching takes you to experience the spectacular whales up close, an ocean adventure! Experience the miracle of the ocean! Kaikoura whale watching takes you to explore the home of whales, appreciate the mysterious charm of marine life, an unforgettable sea adventure!

    Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Go out to sea to watch whales]

    Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
    English
    51 booked
    FromAU$ 148.34
  • Kaikoura Whale Watching Tour (Optional Cruise/Flight)
    󱩳Follow the call of the sea! Whale watching in Kaikoura allows you to witness magnificent whales breaching from the sea and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature!

    Kaikoura Whale Watching Tour (Optional Cruise/Flight)

    Duration: 4.5 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 154.42
  • Queenstown Shotover River Speedboating Experience (Self-Drive)
    󱩳The Shotover Jet Boat isn't just about high-speed straight or curved sprints; it lets you skim past giant rocks on the river and experience high-speed 360° spins.

    Queenstown Shotover River Speedboating Experience (Self-Drive)

    English
    FromAU$ 140.73
  • Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

    Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

    Duration: 3 hrs
    English
    4.9/5
    Excellent· 613 reviews
    FromAU$ 184.57
  • Milford Sound cruise sightseeing tour [Multiple vessels available + wildlife encounters and waterfall visits]
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    󱩳Cruise through Milford Sound, witness the 155m waterfall cascading down, dolphins leaping out of the water, and glacial U-shaped valleys with mirror-like reflections, forming a pristine landscape poem.

    Milford Sound cruise sightseeing tour [Multiple vessels available + wildlife encounters and waterfall visits]

    Duration: 2–3 hrs
    English
    4.7/5
    Great· 3 reviews· 97 booked
    FromAU$ 124.56
  • Milford Sound / Piopiotahi sightseeing bus 1-day tour: Round-trip bus from Queenstown + Milford Sound / Piopiotahi cruise - A must-visit spot in New Zealand's South Island
    󱩳A haven for the soul, walking at the edge of the world. Explore Milford Sound / Piopiotahi in depth and immerse yourself in the unique glacier-carved landscapes of Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island.

    Milford Sound / Piopiotahi sightseeing bus 1-day tour: Round-trip bus from Queenstown + Milford Sound / Piopiotahi cruise - A must-visit spot in New Zealand's South Island

    Duration: 12–13 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 313.05
  • New Zealand South Island Milford Sound / Piopiotahi cruise + sightseeing bus 1-day tour (Monarch/Mariner/Haven/Southern Discoverer + round-trip from Queenstown/Te Anau)
    󱩳Multiple cruise options available with flexible schedules, covering the full fjord cruise itinerary.

    New Zealand South Island Milford Sound / Piopiotahi cruise + sightseeing bus 1-day tour (Monarch/Mariner/Haven/Southern Discoverer + round-trip from Queenstown/Te Anau)

    Duration: 2–12 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 49.03
  • Te Anau Glowworm Caves, South Island, New Zealand - Mysterious Glowworm Caves - Glowworm Caves A must-visit place in South Island, New Zealand
    󱩳A very special activity in New Zealand's South Island, with great value for money, including a round Round-trip on the scenic Lake Te Anau, a forest walk and cave glowworm viewing.

    Te Anau Glowworm Caves, South Island, New Zealand - Mysterious Glowworm Caves - Glowworm Caves A must-visit place in South Island, New Zealand

    Duration: 2–3 hrs
    English
    FromAU$ 164.11
  • Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

    Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise

    Duration: 270 mins
    English
    4.5/5
    Satisfactory· 325 reviews
    FromAU$ 197.17
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Reviews: Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Guest User2024-09-21
As this is a weather and nature/wildlife dependent activity, there is never a 100% guarantee that you will see whales. So, do approach with an open mind. The alternative nature tour offered was equally rewarding. We got to watch several dolphin pods playing, swimming near the catamaran and jumping off the waters, seals, several varieties of sea birds, albatrosses running on the water’s edge to take flight and so on. So, I still had a fun day.
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Reviews: Speedboat Rides in Queenstown, New Zealand - Shotover Jet Queenstown/Shark Speedboat/K Jet Speedboat
Guest User2025-08-17
Very exciting and there are explanations
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Reviews: Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Guest User2025-10-31
Great experience if you are in the area! Really enjoyed it!

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