Electric Ferry Tour: Wellington's Maritime History

Explore Wellington Harbour on the Southern Hemisphere’s first fully-electric ferry. Discover maritime history and natural beauty on a 90-minute zero-emissions tour.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Wellington Harbour - This tour takes place on a fully electric passenger ferry, eliminating engine noise. This allows us to travel at a relaxed pace, making it easy to hear our guides throughout the journey. You can move freely around the vessel, whether you prefer the open top deck or the enclosed bottom cabin, with commentary audible in both areas.
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Experience Wellington from a fresh angle with a 90-minute guided harbour cruise on Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere’s pioneering fully electric passenger ferry. This leisurely cruise delves into Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington Harbour, featuring commentary on the city’s maritime heritage, harbour geology, and significant landmarks. The route is…

Location
5 Queens Wharf
Queens Wharf
Berth C (outside Shed 5 restaurant) where the electric ferry is berthed.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marlene_v
Apr 7, 2026
Fantastic experience - The service provided, the commentary, the historical aspect of the bird sanctuary the whole experience was something that I willingly promote. Scenery is fantastic. Well done to all involved.
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Mel
Apr 5, 2026
Harbour cruise - Great way to see more of Wellington. Great commentary and knowledge.
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Leinaala_m
Apr 1, 2026
Great Ride and Very Informative! - Great ride, very nice boat, and very informative. Athough the weather was drizzly and windy, we enjoyed our activity very much!
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Lavinia_r
Mar 28, 2026
Nice way to see city - Remember to wear a hat jacket; it’s windy if you are up top. Nice views of city and informative. Enjoyed the ride.
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Mandy_w
Mar 24, 2026
Excellent trip - Fantastic experience. Beautiful day with great scenery, smooth ride and an excellent young lady as guide talking about Maritime history
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Arv_t
Mar 11, 2026
Excellent tour if you have time to spare - We needed something to do for our last day in Wellington with weather changing badly. This turned out to be the perfect to ur. The skipper and the crew were fantastic. Knowledgeable and great friendly team.
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Mail262
Mar 9, 2026
Delightful Wellington Harbour Cruise - We thoroughly enjoyed our Sunday afternoon cruise around the harbour. Always fun seeing a harbour city from the water. The fully electric ferry is wonderfully quiet, making it easy to hear the commentary.
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Kirsten_f
Mar 1, 2026
Beauty and History - We were lucky to have a sunny, low-wind day. Hearing about the history of the harbor, how the earthquakes changed and reshaped the city was fascinating. The scenery was beautiful. But don’t forget sunscreen, even for late afternoon!
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Karen_s
Feb 25, 2026
Mobility - Really good commentary. Grey inside space if weather is challenging. Friendly crew., who helped me to manage y mobility issues, helping me to feel safe.
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Sandra_w
Feb 23, 2026
Really informative really relaxed - Really informative cruise about the history of Wellington and the harbour. Would highly recommend, great crew
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From $47
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).