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Kewpie Cruises - One Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise
Step aboard the iconic KEWPIE for an incredible scenic cruise over the beautiful waters of Tauranga Harbour.
Highlights
- Stunning scenic cruise through Tauranga's inner harbour departing hourly from the historical Pilot Wharf
- Discover the Statue of Tangaroa - God of the Sea in Maori culture
- Possibility to see the region's seasonal marine wildlife including blue penguins, sea birds and NZ fur seals!
- Check out the cargo and container ships or visiting cruise ships
- Includes a Hop-on hop-off Matakana Island beach visit
This popular and relaxing cruise journeys through the beautiful inner harbour of Tauranga with the Grand Kaimai range and Mount Maunganui as a stunning backdrop.
The KEWPIE has two cruise decks and plenty of room to soak up the amazing views. It also boasts a fully licensed lounge bar and bar snacks are also available.
Scenic highlights of this great value cruise include:
The Statue of Tangaroa guarding the harbour entrance
A diversity of landscapes from untouched white sandy beaches, lush green forests, islands and small village settlements, contrasted by the massive highly developed port infrastructure
Occasionally you may see some seasonal wildlife on your cruise like blue penguins, sea birds or NZ fur seals
Matakana Island Hop on / Hop off: If conditions allow, there is the possibility of visiting the island of Matakana where you can explore secluded islands and take a dip in the crystal clear waters. The professional KEWPIE crew can pick you up for the return journey on the next tour. Please note this service is only possible for earlier trips at 11am or 12pm and is based solely on skippers discretion, subject to wind and weather. It is not part of the cruise, but is only an option if possible.
Departure Point: Pilot wharf (base of the mountain). Take a leisurely stroll along Pilot Bay esplanade to the base of the Mountain (Mauao). Walk 100 metres along the base track.
Departures Times:
Daily: December to April 11:00am, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 & 3:00pm.
School holidays: 11:00am, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 & 3:00pm.
Weekends: May to June & October to November 11:00am, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 & 3:00pm.
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$32.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Youth$20.00
- Child Free of Charge
- Additional Child$5.00
- Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Youth$20.00
- Child Free of Charge
- Additional Child$5.00
- Adult$32.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Youth$20.00
- Child Free of Charge
- Additional Child$5.00
- Adult$32.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Youth$20.00
- Child Free of Charge
- Additional Child$5.00
- Adult$40.00
- Youth$20.00
- Child Free of Charge
- Additional Child$5.00
- Adult$24.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Youth$20.00
- Child Free of Charge
- Additional Child$5.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Vivienne from New Zealand wrote on 13 March 2025
Great harbour tour
Great harbour tour on the Kewpie and very entertaining and informative commentary by the staff
annette from New Zealand wrote on 26 February 2025
Lovely trip
We had a gorgeous time on board, very comfortable and informative. Friendly staff.. a bar on board. Lovely trip over, stayed on Matakana island for a swim crystal clear waters... Such value for money, can't believe I live here and hasn't done this yet. Such a beautiful way to see the Mt and harbor from the other direction ! Thoroughly enjoyed, would do again , thank you Amy and team ⭐☺️
tomt8 from New Zealand wrote on 24 February 2025
A Fun Trip on Tauranga Harbour
I took my two grandsons who are 6 and 9 years old on this interesting trip on the Tauranga harbour. It was great to see the harbour, Mauao (The Mount) and Matakana island from the boat and you get to realize how big the harbour is. The Captain and staff were all ladies and were wonderful, trip was short enough for the boys not to get restless.
Roy Coburn from Canada wrote on 22 February 2025
I don’t understand what a review title is.
Very nice tour. Personally, I would have liked more information on the port itself , the products that pass through the port and where are the exports final destination. For instance, where do the bulk of the logs go. Otherwise, a fine tour. Thank you
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Amanda Parker from New Zealand wrote on 20 March 2025
Very interesting
Lovely staff and value for money