Experience Auckland at golden hour aboard The Red Boats Auckland Sunset Cruise.

This relaxing two-hour Auckland harbour cruise offers beautiful views of the city skyline, waterfront and famous harbour landmarks as daylight fades over the Waitemata Harbour.

Our experienced skipper provides live commentary throughout the cruise, sharing local stories and information about Auckland’s maritime history and waterfront.

Your Auckland Sunset Cruise includes:

• A two-hour scenic harbour cruise
• Live skipper commentary
• Auckland city and harbour views
• Indoor seating and sheltered areas
• Open outdoor viewing areas
• Access to the licensed onboard bar
• Normal household-style flush toilets

Cruise highlights may include:

• Auckland city skyline and Sky Tower
• Auckland Harbour Bridge
• Westhaven Marina
• Devonport and the Naval Base
• North Head and Torpedo Bay
• Bean Rock Lighthouse
• Rangitoto Island views
• Waterfront homes, bays and marinas

The exact route may vary depending on harbour conditions, vessel movements and the weather.

What to expect

The Auckland Sunset Cruise offers a relaxed and friendly way to finish the day. Guests can move between the comfortable indoor seating and open outdoor viewing areas while enjoying Auckland’s changing evening light.

There are plenty of opportunities to take photographs as the harbour and city move from daylight into the evening.

Sunset visibility

Sunset colours and visibility depend on the season, weather and cloud conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

The cruise will continue when it is safe to operate, even if the sunset is obscured by cloud. A sailing is not cancelled or refundable solely because a visible sunset does not occur.

Food and drinks

A fully licensed onboard bar sells beer, wine, ready-to-drink beverages, soft drinks, juice and light snacks.

Guests cannot bring their own alcohol onboard.

Who is the cruise suitable for?

The Auckland Sunset Cruise is suitable for couples, families, friends, visitors and Auckland locals. It is an ideal choice for a date night, evening sightseeing, a relaxed celebration or anyone looking for memorable things to do in Auckland.

Infants must be included when making a booking, even when an infant ticket is free. Children must be supervised at all times, particularly around stairs and outdoor areas.

Departure location

Z Pier
Westhaven Marina
31 Westhaven Drive
Auckland

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time so everyone can be checked in and ready to board. The vessel cannot normally wait for passengers who arrive late.

Departure time

Sunset Cruise departure times change throughout the year to suit the season. Please check the departure time shown in the online calendar and on your booking confirmation.

Parking at Westhaven Marina

Paid pay-by-plate parking is available near Z Pier. Park only in white-line public spaces. Red-line spaces are reserved for permit holders.

Parking rates and restrictions can change, so please follow the current signs and allow additional time to find a parking space.

Weather and operating conditions

The Auckland Sunset Cruise operates subject to suitable weather, harbour and operational conditions.

If The Red Boats cancels or changes a sailing, customers will be contacted using the phone number and email address supplied with their booking.

Current departure times, ticket prices and availability are displayed in the online booking calendar.

Book The Red Boats Auckland Sunset Cruise and enjoy live commentary, harbour sightseeing and beautiful evening views of Auckland from the water.

For further information, visit www.theredboats.co.nz/cruises/auckland-sunset-cruise/