Two-hour Cafe Cruises from Hamilton Gardens
Waikato River Explorer

Evening Cafe Cruises
Waikato River Explorer

90-min Cafe Cruises from Hamilton City
Waikato River Explorer

Daily Scheduled Cruises

Enjoy a relaxing scenic boat cruise and spectacular views of the Waikato River and Hamilton city while enjoying hot and cold meals on board from our Floating Cafe & Bar NB: Currently available Wednesday - Sunday.

Saturday Wine Tasting Cruise

Enjoy a picturesque return river cruise and wine tasting from either Waikato Museum or Hamilton Gardens.

Group Events

Waikato River Explorer is great for corporate events, client functions, staff dinners and class trips.

Onboard Cafe Bar

With a fully licensed cafe & bar there are many different dining options aboard the Waikato River Explorer.

Experience the beauty and tranquil water of the Waikato River on the Waikato River Explorer

Come and experience the Cafe with the best views in the Waikato and enjoy a relaxing cruise on New Zealand's longest waterway flowing through Hamilton, New Zealand's largest inland city.

Waikato River Explorer is a great option for corporate events, client functions, staff dinners or just a leisurely cruise with family and friends.

Bookings essential on all sailings to avoid disappointment. See you on the river ...

About Waikato River Explorer

Established in 2012 by a group of Hamilton Business people, our mission is to open up this magnificent inland waterway to everyone. Our vessels are out on the river year-round and our amazing skippers and Crew are ready to show our river off to you.

Experience the beauty of the Waikato river from the Waikato River Explorer. Click here to book your scenic cruise or enquire about your Waikato event today.