Harbour sailing in Auckland: operators and what to know

Harbour sailing in Auckland leaves from the Viaduct Harbour for a sail on the Waitematā Harbour, on boats that range from an America's Cup race yacht to a heritage scow. Bookably lists 6 places to stay in the area around Viaduct Harbour.

Operators for harbour sailing in Auckland

Explore Group Sailing trips on the Waitematā Harbour, including one on an America's Cup race yacht, from its kiosk at the Viaduct Harbour.
New Zealand Maritime Museum Heritage sailings on the Waitematā Harbour on the scow Ted Ashby and the brigantine Breeze, from the museum at the Viaduct Harbour.

Listed in alphabetical order. Bookings are made with each operator, not through Bookably, and this list may not be complete.

Good to know about harbour sailing in Auckland

Explore Group sets a minimum age of ten for its America's Cup sailing and five for its harbour dinner cruise, and its harbour sail is open to all ages.
Explore Group asks guests to report to its kiosk at the Viaduct Harbour at least fifteen minutes before departure.
The New Zealand Maritime Museum's scow Ted Ashby sails from Tuesday to Sunday, not on Mondays, and the museum is closed on Christmas Day.
The New Zealand Maritime Museum asks guests to check in at its front desk thirty minutes before a sailing.
The New Zealand Maritime Museum's brigantine Breeze sails on listed dates only, with a minimum age of twelve.

Details checked October 2026. Confirm with the operator before you book.