Rotoroa Island & Man O' War Combo Cruise - Full Day
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April 2026
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What you can expect
Set off from Auckland on a laid‑back full‑day combo cruise across the eastern Hauraki Gulf, with time to enjoy Rotoroa Island and Man O' War Vineyard along the way. Your day begins with a scenic journey by water to Waiheke Island, arriving by boat at the private port of Man O’ War Vineyard. Take your time soaking up the coastal setting, whether enjoying a beachfront lunch, sampling estate wines, or simply relaxing by the water and taking in the views.
From Waiheke, continue across the Gulf to Rotoroa Island, a restored wildlife sanctuary perfect for wandering at your own pace. Explore easy walking tracks through native bush, enjoy coastal strolls with wide‑open views and let the kids stretch their legs in a peaceful island setting. With transport taken care of and plenty of free time at each stop, this easy-going island adventure offers a simple, enjoyable way to experience the natural beauty of Auckland’s Gulf islands.
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What you need to know
- Full-day scenic cruise and island exploration tour, departing from Auckland
- 90-minute cruise to Man O' War Vineyard, Waiheke Island
- Approximately two hours of Man O' War exploration time
- 15-minute boat transfer to Rotoroa Island
- Approximately 90 minutes of Rotoroa Island exploration time
- 75-minute return scenic cruise to Auckland
- Food and drinks
- Wine tasting
- Winter timetable (Wednesday to Sunday and public holidays)
- Departs Auckland at 9.15am
- Arrives at Man O’ War at 10.45am
- Departs Man O’ War at 12.45pm
- Arrives at Rotoroa Island at 1pm
- Departs Rotoroa Island at 2.25pm
- Arrives back in Auckland at 4pm
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to experience departure time
- Departs at 9.15am, Wednesday to Sunday and public holidays, from 22 April to 23 October 2026
- Returns at approximately 4pm
- This is a full-day experience, seven to 10 hours in duration, depending on seasons and transit times.
- This experience departs from the 'Explore Booking Kiosk', Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010.
- Sunhat
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable shoes for walking
- Credit card
- Swimwear and towel (if swimming)
- Rotoroa Island and Man O' War are generally open from dawn to dusk
- Rotoroa Island buildings and museum are open daily from 10am to 5pm except Christmas Day
- A small kiosk on Rotoroa Island sells ice creams and drinks, open 90 minutes before ferry departure
- Drinking water is available near the kiosk
- No food is sold on Rotoroa Island, so please bring your own food
- Man O' War wine tastings and restaurant bookings are recommended in advance
- All Man O War bookings must be made directly with Man O War
- To the extent permitted by law, the experience provider holds no liability for disruption to your travel plans
- Comprehensive travel insurance recommended
- Advanced booking requests at Man O' War are recommended for sit-down restaurant meals
- There are no food outlets on Rotoroa Island
- Dogs are not permitted on Rotoroa Island
- Travel and exploration times may vary
- All departures are subject to minimum numbers, sea and weather conditions
- In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead unless contacted by the experience provider
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-B1DD
- This experience is supplied by Auckland Harbour Dinner Cruise
