Enjoy lunch with a view aboard The Red Boats Auckland Harbour Lunch Cruise.

This relaxing two-hour and 15-minute Auckland lunch cruise combines a generous shared buffet with scenic sightseeing on the Waitemata Harbour.

Enjoy freshly prepared food while cruising past Auckland’s city skyline, waterfront and famous harbour landmarks. Guests can move between the comfortable indoor seating and open outdoor viewing areas throughout the experience.

Your Auckland Harbour Lunch Cruise includes:

• A two-hour and 15-minute harbour cruise
• Menu One Carved Classics buffet
• 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

Menu One: Carved Classics

Meat selection:

• Roast and sliced prime seasoned beef, gluten free
• Whole roasted chicken, stuffed and seasoned, gluten free
• Hot ham on the bone, glazed and sliced, gluten free
• Gravy and sauces selected to complement the meat

Fresh salads:

• Green salad, gluten free
• Sliced beetroot and sesame, gluten free and vegan
• Coleslaw with Southern mayonnaise, vegetarian
• Penne pasta with feta and sundried tomato pesto, vegetarian

Also included:

• Hot gourmet potatoes roasted with Himalayan salt and olive oil, gluten free and vegan
• Freshly baked Italian Vienna loaves and assorted dinner rolls

Menu items may occasionally change depending on seasonal availability or supplier requirements.

Dietary requirements

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are included in the buffet.

Please provide any dietary requirements when making your booking so the team has time to prepare and confirm an appropriate option.

Although reasonable efforts are made to accommodate dietary requirements, food is prepared and served in a shared environment. Cross-contamination cannot be completely excluded. Customers with severe allergies should contact The Red Boats before booking.

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.

Drinks and onboard bar

Drinks are not included unless specifically stated in the selected product or package.

A fully licensed onboard bar sells beer, wine, ready-to-drink beverages, soft drinks and juice. Guests cannot bring their own alcohol onboard.

Guests who appear to be under 25 may be asked to show an approved current form of photo identification when purchasing alcohol.

Who is the cruise suitable for?

The Auckland Harbour Lunch Cruise is suitable for couples, families, visitors, friends, social groups and Auckland locals.

It is a great choice for a relaxing lunch, birthday outing, family gathering, daytime celebration or anyone looking for a unique Auckland dining experience.

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.

Private lunch cruises

This product is a shared public cruise. Customers wanting an exclusive vessel for a private lunch, corporate function or group event should contact The Red Boats for a personalised charter quote.

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.

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 Harbour Lunch 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 Harbour Lunch Cruise and enjoy a generous carved buffet, relaxing harbour sightseeing and beautiful Auckland views from the water.

Dietary key:

GF means gluten free.
V means vegetarian.

For more information go to https://www.theredboats.co.nz/cruises/auckland-harbour-lunch-cruise/