Bay of Islands Discover the Bay cruise including Dolphins
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From NZD 160
Overview
Join this half-day tour of the wonderful Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings as we are licensed to view marine mammals iduring the cruise A tour you will never forget!
(From 1st December 2024 includes an Island BBQ Lunch at Otehei Bay onr Urupukapuka Island )
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A portion of your fare contributes to marine mammal research and conservation
This trip is suitable for children
Life jackets will be supplied in the event of an emergency
Please note - this service is a code share with Fullers GreatSights and may operate on their vessel
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1.5 hour stop at Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island
Includes an Island BBQ Buffet Lunch *From 1st December 2024 onwards*
Cruising among the 144 islands with skipper's commentary
When conditions permit, get up close to Cape Brett and travel through the Hole in the Rock
Licensed by the Department of Conservation to view marine mammals
Knowledgeable crew on board to answer your questions and provide commentary
Transportation to/from attractions
Product Excludes lunch until 1 December 2024. Lunch available for purchase
Options
10.10am Cruise ex Russell
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Includes Island Buffet Lunch
08:40am Cruise Ex Russell
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Excludes Lunch: Meals/Snacks available for purchase at Otehei Bay Cafe
Starting point:
Russell Wharf, Russell, Bay of Islands, 27 The Strand, Russell 0202, New Zealand
2:10pm Cruise Ex Russell
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Excludes Lunch: Meals available for purchase at Otehei Bay Cafe
Starting point:
Russell Wharf, Russell, Bay of Islands, 27 The Strand, Russell 0202, New Zealand
10.00am Cruise ex Paihia
Marine Mammals viewing: Licensed by the Department of Conservation to view and interact with marine mammals
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Includes Island Buffet Lunch
Bay of Islands Cruise: Cruise through the many Islands that make up Ipipiri - before we head out the majestic Motukokako ( The Hole in the Rock )
Starting point:
Paihia Wharf, Bay Of Islands, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
08:30am Cruise Ex Paihia
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Excludes Lunch: Meals/Snacks available for purchase at Otehei Bay Cafe
Starting point:
Paihia Wharf, Bay Of Islands, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
2.00pm Cruise Ex Paihia
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Excludes Lunch : Meals available for purchase at Otehei Bay Cafe
Starting point:
Paihia Wharf, Bay Of Islands, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
Operated by Explore Group Limited
Reviews
198 reviews
Worthwhile trip
Susan W,Nov 16, 2024
5.0Terrible weather on the day we were due to take our boat tour but we were able to change to the next day without any issue. The boat tour was well organised and we were so lucky to see both Orca and Bottle Nosed Dolphins. The commentary was very informative. We had a great day.
Rocksolid trip.
Bruce W,Nov 8, 2024
5.0When the captain took us through the hole in the rock.. WOW 😮 WOW quite exciting. The staff was fun and friendly and very informative..
Beautiful
Megan M,Aug 6, 2024
5.0Absolutely amazing experience. Everyone was friendly and knowledgeable and the tour was beautiful. I got to see a lot of dolphins, and seals sunning on a rock! It was right after a rainy patch and the water was rough so we couldn't go through the hole in the rock but that's OK. It was chilly but it was great!!
An amazing experience.
Eunice M,Jun 4, 2024
5.0My daughter & I had a wonderful day & enjoyed the Captains comontry about the History of the Islands. We were lucky enough for him to take us through the hole in the rock, which was wui exciting. We also saw fur seals on bird poo island. We stopped of at Russel for 2 1/2 hour for a look around & an early dinner before coming home on the ferry.
Bay of Islands Experience
Colin B,May 6, 2024
5.0Great informative commentary, also enjoyed the trip through the hole in the rock. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for great tour experience.
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