 Auckland is known locally and internationally as The City of Sails. More than 80,000 pleasure boats are owned privately within the Auckland region equating to approximately one boat per 11 Aucklander’s. Situated on the sparkling waters of the Waitemata Harbour, friendly Auckland with a population of over one million, is New Zealand’s largest city, and is the gateway for both sea and air travel.
With an efficient international airport and first class hotels close to the port, the Port of Auckland offers New Zealand a natural fly cruise hub port and the gateway to the South Pacific rim area. New Zealand’s oldest and most spectacular sailing regatta, the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, is held annually in this vibrant city on the last Monday in January. And from October 1999 to March 2000, the America’s Cup - the most talked about yacht race in the world, your chance to witness some of the most technologically advanced, emotionally charged yacht racing ever seen. To get an instant impression of what Auckland can offer you, view the city from the top of the Sky Tower. The 328 metre or 1082 foot Sky Tower will hit you with a panorama that only high flying seagulls usually enjoy. The ride up in the glass fronted elevators is a awesome experience. Take the Auckland Photo Tour by clicking on the following links. Use your BACK button to return to view other photos:Aerial View with the Queen Elizabeth 2 at the Passenger Terminal Port FactsHarbour open and operational: 24 hours.  Jim Howard is the Manager of Wharves at: Ports of Auckland Limited We thank Jim for this great information! He can be reached for questions or comment at: j_howard@poal.co.nz. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please Contact Us |
Port of Auckland’s cruise terminal, located in downtown Auckland, is in walking distance of shops, restaurants, and international hotels.
