Where do New Zealand cruises leave from?
Where do New Zealand cruises leave from? Auckland is the main hub for cruise ships to New Zealand.
Do you need a passport to go to New Zealand on a cruise ship?
To board your flight or cruise to New Zealand you need a valid passport or travel document, and have the right visa or an NZeTA.
What is the best month to cruise New Zealand?
New Zealand cruises kick off with the start of the cruising season in October and end in April. However, the summer months of December through March are best for New Zealand cruise vacations. Temperatures at this time range between 16°C to 24°C and the days are long, bright and sunny.
Is cruising the best way to see New Zealand?
Cruising in New Zealand is the perfect way to explore over 15,000 kilometres of coastline and the spectacular landscapes this diverse country has to offer. Cruising to New Zealand is a well-established tradition.
Are the seas rough between Australia and New Zealand?
The West Coast of New Zealand facing the Tasman Sea, and the East Coast of Australia, are rough. These coasts are peppered with big swells and surf.
Do cruise ships go into Milford Sound?
Typically, the first fjord you visit, Milford Sound, will be early in the morning (it is also by far the most beautiful). Cruise ships enter Milford Sound and turn around, so you will not miss either side of the fjord if you stay in your balcony.
Which side of the ship is best for New Zealand cruise?
What side of the ship is best on a New Zealand cruise? This depends on your preference and route. If you are hoping to see the shore then pick the side facing land. For example, when sailing from the north to south along the east coast of New Zealand, the shore is on the right or starboard side of the ship.
What deck level is best on a cruise ship?
Midship staterooms on the lowest passenger deck are the most excellent spot to be on a cruise ship in this instance because you don't feel the vessel sway as much.