Explore Group

We are a multi award-winning company recognised for our commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism, and our Auckland experiences have become a must-do for many people visiting New Zealand. Our staff are incredibly proud of the place they live and are ready to show why. Their passion and enthusiasm is what sets us apart and through their input and enthusiasm we continue to share surroundings in very special and unique ways.

Join us for the two-hour sailing America's Cup Sailing Experience where you can take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or sit back relax and enjoy the action as we sail the beautiful Waitemata Harbour. With guidance from our professional crew you will become part of the team sailing this authentic race vessel. No experience necessary.

Explore the beauty of Waiheke Island with a scenic return cruise through the eastern Hauraki Gulf direct to Man O' War Bay. Enjoy a glass or flight of their iconic wine, indulge in a meal at the tasting room or take a dip in the calm, clear waters. Travel in comfort and style on the premium cruise fleet direct to the north-eastern end of Waiheke Island and experience a destination like no other.

For a dining experience on the water, look no futher than the Explore Group Harbour Dinner Cruise. Jump onboard this boutique dining experience on Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour. Savour a three-course meal during the leisurely sail and take in the fresh air, spectacular scenery and iconic city skyline from the water. There is plenty of opportunity to participate in sailing, capture the perfect shot or just sit back and enjoy the sights.

Experience the city from a different angle on our 1.5-hour Auckland Harbour Sailing Experience. Take in the unique landscape and iconic city skyline from the water while you get involved sailing a 50ft monohull sailing yach, or simply sit back and enjoy the fresh sea air.

Ready to visit the islands? Explore Tiritiri Matangi Island, home to an unrivalled range of wildlife following one of the country's most successful community-led conservation projects.

Embark on the Tīkapa Moana Whale & Dolphin Wildlife Cruise to explore the Hauraki Gulf with and discover the abundant marine wildlife, iconic landscape and cultural footprint of Tāmaki Makaurau. Include 4.5 hours cruising the Hauraki Gulf on our spacious and comfortable cruise boat. Opportunity to spot diverse marine wildlife in their natural habitat including whales, dolphins, seals, penguins, birdlife and more.

Head over to Rotoroa Island with Explore Group, an island small enough to explore in a day, but large enough that you won't run out of things to see or do. Discover the unique history of the island through the award-winning museum exhibition and heritage buildings, explore the island on foot via established walking tracks across open fields, native bush and sandy shorelines and take a 90-minute guided nature walk with one of the islands' rangers.