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Auckland Island (New Zealand, Musgrave Harbour)

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Region Australia - New Zealand - Pacific Ocean Islands

Local Time 2024-09-28 23:46

Port Auckland Island cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Auckland Island, New Zealand, Musgrave Harbour. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Auckland Island is the main (largest) of New Zealand's Auckland Islands. The archipelago is located in the south Pacific Ocean. Auckland island covers a total area of approx 443 km2 (171 mi2) and is uninhabited. Enderby Island is located very close (3 km / 2 mi) off Port Ross (natural harbour at Auckland Island's northeastern coast). In the strait between Enderby and Auckland are located several smaller isles, including Rose and Ewing.

Most cruise ships to Auckland Island NZ anchor at Musgrave Harbour and transport their passengers via tender boats or Zodiacs (RIBs).

The island is included in UNESCO's World Heritage list. The terrain is notably rugged, with steep cliffs rising to over 600 m (1970 ft). The most prominent peaks are named Cavern Peak (highest elevation point, 650 m / 2133 ft), Mt Raynal (635 m / 2083 ft) ) and Mt D'Urville (630 m / 2067 ft).

The island's southern end broadens to a width of 26 km (16 mi). Here, a narrow sea channel (Carnley Harbour, aka Adams Straits) divides the main island from the smaller Adams Island. Adams Island and the main island's southern part from the crater rim. Cape Lovitt (NZ's westernmost point) is approx 3 km (2 mi) north of Carnley Harbour.

Auckland Island is part of an IBA (Important Bird Area) identified by BirdLife International due to the Auckland Islands' significance as breeding grounds for seabird species, among which are the endemic Auckland rail, Auckland shag, Auckland snipe, and Auckland teal. Introduced animals are cats, mice, and pigs.

In the 19th century to the Auckland Islands were also introduced goats - to serve as a food source for castaway sailors. By the 1970s, just one population of goats remained (on Port Ross' northwest side), By 1992, all the remaining goats were eliminated.

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Auckland, New Zealand (NZAKL)

Port of Auckland is located in New Zealand at 36.8395S, 174.775E. 82 vessels have arrived within the past 24 hours and 14 ships are expected to arrive in the next 30 days.

Port time: Sep 28, 23:46

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• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 01 Oct 2024 - 18:00
• Queen Elizabeth 2.503 passengers 10 Oct 2024 - 00:00
• Diamond Princess 3.247 passengers 10 Oct 2024 - 22:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 11 Oct 2024 - 16:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 15 Oct 2024 - 18:00
• Celebrity Solstice 3.420 passengers 15 Oct 2024 - 20:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 17 Oct 2024 - 19:00
• Crown Princess 3.674 passengers 18 Oct 2024 - 16:00
• Royal Princess 4.272 passengers 22 Oct 2024 - 19:00
• Royal Princess 4.272 passengers 24 Oct 2024 - 18:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 25 Oct 2024 - 16:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 28 Oct 2024 - 16:00
• Ovation Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 28 Oct 2024 - 20:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 30 Oct 2024 - 16:00
• Diamond Princess 3.247 passengers 31 Oct 2024 - 19:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 10 Nov 2024 - 19:00
• Silver Muse 691 passengers 12 Nov 2024 - 19:00
• Diamond Princess 3.247 passengers 21 Nov 2024 - 22:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 23 Nov 2024 - 18:00
• Pacific Adventure 3.174 passengers 24 Nov 2024 - 18:00
• Royal Princess 4.272 passengers 25 Nov 2024 - 20:00
• Disney Wonder 2.456 passengers 29 Nov 2024 - 16:45
• Queen Elizabeth 2.503 passengers 02 Dec 2024 - 00:00
• Disney Wonder 2.456 passengers 02 Dec 2024 - 16:45
• Disney Wonder 2.456 passengers 04 Dec 2024 - 16:45
• Silver Muse 691 passengers 06 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• Disney Wonder 2.456 passengers 08 Dec 2024 - 16:45
• Oceania Regatta 803 passengers 08 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• Royal Princess 4.272 passengers 12 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• Disney Wonder 2.456 passengers 13 Dec 2024 - 16:45
• Viking Orion 930 passengers 14 Dec 2024 - 00:00
• Carnival Splendor 3.619 passengers 15 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Disney Wonder 2.456 passengers 17 Dec 2024 - 16:45
• ms Europa 2 516 passengers 18 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• AIDAsol 2.686 passengers 19 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Silver Nova 728 passengers 21 Dec 2024 - 18:00
• Diamond Princess 3.247 passengers 24 Dec 2024 - 16:00
• Celebrity Edge 3.373 passengers 29 Dec 2024 - 21:00
• Seabourn Quest 540 passengers 30 Dec 2024 - 17:00
• Royal Princess 4.272 passengers 30 Dec 2024 - 19:00
• Queen Elizabeth 2.503 passengers 01 Jan 2025 - 00:00
• ms Westerdam 2.362 passengers 01 Jan 2025 - 17:00
• Ovation Of The Seas 4.819 passengers 03 Jan 2025 - 18:00
• Seven Seas Explorer 829 passengers 03 Jan 2025 - 19:00
• Norwegian Sun 2.323 passengers 04 Jan 2025 - 18:00
• Silver Muse 691 passengers 05 Jan 2025 - 19:00
• Viking Venus 930 passengers 07 Jan 2025 - 00:00
• Pacific Explorer 2.395 passengers 08 Jan 2025 - 15:00
• Royal Princess 4.272 passengers 09 Jan 2025 - 18:30
• Viking Orion 930 passengers 11 Jan 2025 - 00:00

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Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand with 1.7 million citizens.

The ships dock at Queens Wharf Shed 10 or at times at Princes Wharf, both within easy walking distance, 5 Min, of downtown. Taxis are generally available pier side. Both wharfs have air bridges.

The harbor is full of beautiful yachts, including those used in the America’s Cup race.

From the downtown cruise ship berth to the airport is between 30 and 60 minutes by taxi.

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Sightseeing:

Auckland 's waterside location has fostered the locals' love affair with the sea, earning this place the nickname "City of Sails".

Auckland's heart beats to a Polynesian rhythm, its people a melting pot of South Pacific and Asian cultures and a strong indigenous Maori heritage. This diversity brings with it an abundance of unique dining and shopping experiences.

Auckland's temperate climate, easy access to the coast and variety of activities earn the city consistent top five rankings in international lifestyle surveys.

You can take a walk through the city with a guide from the local iwi (tribe), visit the Auckland Museum, or wander through the weekend markets at Otara and Avondale for the flavors, sounds and sights of the South Pacific.

Sky Tower It's hard to imagine an Auckland skyline without the iconic Sky Tower. For over 24 years now, this magnificent 328m high structure has been the focal point of this beautiful city, rising up out of the land to delight locals and visitors alike.

The city's most striking man-made structure is the harbor Bridge . It arcs dramatically across Waitemata harbor, linking the city with the fast-growing North Shore. Auckland, with its cosmopolitan flair, offers excellent dining opportunities to satisfy the most refined tastes.

Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium : The Antarctic Encounter is home to New Zealand’s only sub-Antarctic penguins, offering a rare opportunity to see the magnificent birds up close in their icy domain. After your visit with the penguins you will enter Stingray Bay for an awe-inspiring look at the giant stingrays, before delving deep into the Underwater World to see the rich variety of species from New Zealand’s coastal waters.

Attractions in Auckland.

Tours Excursions Transportation:

You can take the Explorer Bus hop on/off. The bus stops at the pier.

The City LINK is the easiest way to get around Auckland's city center. It runs from the newly developed Wynyard Quarter, along Queen St, up to K-Rd and then back down Queen Street. All the City LINK buses are bright red and are easy to spot. $1.00 maximum adult cash fare.

Catch a ferry to Waiheke Island - there are some nice areas to walk there.

You'll find a variety of harbor cruises, all of which leave from the Ferry Building.

It pays to compare your cruise line excursions : Tours etc. offered by GetYourGuide and by Viator .

Nearby Places:

Auckland sprawls over a narrow isthmus between the sparkling waters of the Waitemata and Manukau Harbors. A cloak of rainforest covers the surrounding hills, dozens of dormant volcanic cones dot the landscape and enchanting holiday islands are scattered throughout the vast Hauraki Gulf. Two of the best island getaways are Waiheke Island and Great Barrier Island .

Wonderful heritage buildings, spectacular scenery, stunning beaches... Devonport , the beautiful village by the sea has it all, and at just 10 minutes ferry ride from Auckland’s CBD it is wonderfully easy to visit.

Shopping and Food

From 10am to 10pm daily, the DFS Galleria Customhouse is the place for duty-free and tax-free shopping. The Parnell and Ponsonby areas will have unique boutiques as well as antiques. And for something native, try the Tongan Church on Saturday mornings for superb bark cloth at good prices.

Auckland's recent popularity as an international education destination has seen an explosion of ethnic shops, especially Asian-style eateries.

The New Zealand dollar is used in New Zealand. A few traders do accept foreign currency, particularly in tourist destinations. The conversion from US dollars to NZ dollars is approximate US$1=NZD1.30.

Automatic teller machines (ATMs), locally known as 'the hole in the wall', are available in just about every town.

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Communication:

English, Maori and New Zealand Sign Language are the official languages of New Zealand. English is universal, and is written with Commonwealth ("British") spelling.

The emergency telephone number in New Zealand is 111.

There is plenty of free WiFi services downtown.

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