SOUTH ISLANDScenic Tours Ltd
TIMARU PORT CALLS (PRIMEPORT)

Cruise Ship Excursions from Timaru

Discover South Canterbury and the wider South Island with a private local tour designed around your cruise schedule.

PRIVATE DAY TOURS FROM TIMARU

Choose Your Cruise Excursion

From alpine lakes and dramatic coastlines to charming country towns and authentic New Zealand experiences, choose a private excursion that suits your cruise day.

Lake Tekapo and snow-capped Southern Alps with blooming lupins in the Mackenzie Country
Cruise Favourite
6 hours

Mackenzie Alpine Scenic Experience

Timaru → Fairlie → Lake Tekapo → Mount John → Timaru

Journey through the beautiful Mackenzie Country and experience some of the South Island's most iconic alpine scenery, with plenty of time for photographs and scenic stops.

Key Excursion Highlights:
Fairlie historic town
Lake Tekapo & Southern Alps
Church of the Good Shepherd
Mount John panoramic summit views
Vehicle OptionUp to 4 guests
Private Car / SUVFrom NZ$649
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* Estimated time tailored around your ship’s all-aboard schedule.
Ancient spherical Moeraki Boulders strewn along the Pacific coastline of Otago
Coastal Escape
5–6 hours

Oamaru & Moeraki Boulders

Timaru → Oamaru → Moeraki Boulders → Timaru

Discover the character of historic Oamaru before travelling along the coast to the famous Moeraki Boulders.

Key Excursion Highlights:
Historic Oamaru Victorian Precinct
Ancient spherical Moeraki Boulders
Otago coastal viewpoints
Local artisan galleries & cafes
Vehicle OptionUp to 4 guests
Private Car / SUVFrom NZ$649
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* Estimated time tailored around your ship’s all-aboard schedule.
South Canterbury rural countryside roads with golden rolling pastures and mountain backdrop
Local Experience
5–6 hours

Geraldine & Fairlie Countryside

Timaru → Geraldine → Woodbury → Fairlie → Timaru

Experience the relaxed character of South Canterbury with charming country towns, local produce and beautiful rural scenery.

Key Excursion Highlights:
Geraldine boutique village
Woodbury rural scenic road
Fairlie country bakeries
South Canterbury countryside
Vehicle OptionUp to 4 guests
Private Car / SUVFrom NZ$549
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* Estimated time tailored around your ship’s all-aboard schedule.
Caroline Bay and calm blue harbour waters in Timaru South Canterbury
Easy Day Out
1–2 hours

Timaru & South Canterbury Highlights

Timaru Port → Caroline Bay → Timaru attractions → South Canterbury → Port

A relaxed private excursion for passengers who want to discover Timaru and the surrounding South Canterbury region without spending the whole day on the road.

Key Excursion Highlights:
Caroline Bay coastal reserve
Historic Edwardian bluestone architecture
Te Ana Māori Rock Art centre
Timaru Botanic Gardens
Vehicle OptionUp to 4 guests
Private Car / SUVFrom NZ$249
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* Estimated time tailored around your ship’s all-aboard schedule.

Planned Around Your Cruise

Your cruise schedule comes first. We plan each private excursion around your ship's arrival and scheduled departure time, allowing appropriate time for sightseeing, traffic and the return journey to Timaru port.

Port Pickup

Meet your private driver at the agreed pickup point.

Flexible Itinerary

Adjust stops and sightseeing time where practical.

Return to Port

Your itinerary is planned with your ship's scheduled departure in mind.

Excursion times are estimates and may vary due to cruise schedules, weather, road conditions and customer-selected stops.
PRIMEPORT TIMARU OFFICIAL CRUISE BERTHING

2026 / 2027 Timaru Cruise Ship Schedule

17 scheduled port calls across the 2026/27 season. Reserve your private shore tour with guaranteed return before all-aboard time.

PrimePort Timaru Schedule
Date & DayCruise VesselBerthArrival (ETA)Departure (ETD)Private Excursion
12 Dec 2026Saturday
Azamara Pursuit
No. 1 Wharf
08:00 hrs
18:00 hrs(10h stay)
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31 Dec 2026Thursday
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
07:00 hrs
16:00 hrs(9h stay)
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29 Jan 2027Friday
Riviera
North Mole
10:30 hrs
19:30 hrs(9h stay)
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2 Feb 2027Tuesday
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
07:00 hrs
16:00 hrs(9h stay)
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8 Feb 2027Monday• Dual Ship Day
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
09:00 hrs
18:00 hrs(9h stay)
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8 Feb 2027Monday• Dual Ship Day
Regatta
No. 1 Wharf
09:30 hrs
20:00 hrs(10.5h stay)
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9 Feb 2027Tuesday
Grand Princess
North Mole
10:00 hrs
19:00 hrs(9h stay)
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16 Feb 2027Tuesday
Riviera
North Mole
07:00 hrs
16:00 hrs(9h stay)
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24 Feb 2027Wednesday
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
07:00 hrs
14:00 hrs(7h stay)
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26 Feb 2027Friday
Riviera
North Mole
10:30 hrs
19:30 hrs(9h stay)
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2 Mar 2027Tuesday• Dual Ship Day
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
09:00 hrs
19:00 hrs(10h stay)
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2 Mar 2027Tuesday• Dual Ship Day
Seabourn Quest
No. 1 Wharf
08:00 hrs
18:00 hrs(10h stay)
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8 Mar 2027Monday
Europa II
No. 1 Wharf
08:00 hrs
19:00 hrs(11h stay)
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9 Mar 2027Tuesday
Noordam
North Mole
08:00 hrs
17:00 hrs(9h stay)
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24 Mar 2027Wednesday
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
08:00 hrs
18:00 hrs(10h stay)
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9 Apr 2027Friday
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
07:00 hrs
16:00 hrs(9h stay)
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15 Apr 2027Thursday
Norwegian Spirit
North Mole
09:00 hrs
18:00 hrs(9h stay)
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* All times are in New Zealand Local Time (NZDT/NZST) and subject to maritime operational conditions, tidal windows and pilotage.100% On-Time Return Guarantee on all private bookings
Cruise Schedule Notice: Cruise ship arrival and departure times are subject to maritime conditions, port operations, and itinerary adjustments. All private shore excursions are confirmed subject to operator verification and tide/dock clearance.
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