Here are just a few day trip ideas:

• Enjoy a cruise on a classic yacht or launch. Charter your own yacht if you have sailing skills.
• Meet the local marine mammals. Auckland's Dolphin Explorer conducts daily marine mammal eco-safaris, finding common and bottlenose dolphins, Brydes whales and orca in Auckland's magnificent Hauraki Gulf Marine Park.
• Experience the thrill of sailing on a genuine America's Cup racing yacht.
• Take the ferry across to Devonport and enjoy a café lunch and a spot of shopping.
• Hire a kayak and join an evening paddle to Rangitoto Island.

Visit the Auckland Tourism website for more information on destination attractions and events.