Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Overview
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Your Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise begins as you’re welcomed aboard the Bay Explorer at Tauranga waterfront jetty. You will explore the Bay of Plenty coastline where we will showcase the amazing diversity of marine wildlife including dolphins swimming along side our vessel. Watch seasonal seabirds, penguins, seals, whales, sunfish, school fish, sharks, orca...even turtles!
Our dolphin & wildlife cruise is tailored to those wanting a genuine kiwi experience in nature. It’s a story about our human intrigue with amazing marine animals and their habitat. Participate by searching on the large top deck for that once in a lifetime wildlife encounter. We have limited our passenger numbers for comfort and to enable a more personal experience. Our large spacious boat is also ideal for families.
The Captain and experienced crew lust to share their marine knowledge with you. Don’t forget your camera as we are able to get up close to wildlife, making it a photographer’s dream.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children MUST Be Accompanied By An Adult
Minimum Drinking Age 18+ Years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
A half day cruise on our spacious 18 metre vessel with 360° outdoor views.
Close-up encounters-penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.
Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.
Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching.
Our friendly, professional Bay Explorer Crew
Photos of a lifetime!
Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand.
Pick Up & Return Transfer (Optional)
Lunch Box (Optional)
Cold beer and chilled regional wines from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages
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Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Operated by Bay Explorer
Reviews
88 reviews
Excepcional
Isolda D,
Mar 1, 2025
5.00Very exciting and fun, great crew who spotted the best areas to see lots of dolphins and it was hard deciding where to take pictures or the angle to capture as many a ti iTunes that dolphins provided for our pleasure
Dolphin fun
Debora M,
Feb 27, 2025
5.00The dolphins were fabulous. Emily the deck hand was very personable. The boat has a covered lower deck with open windows and a top deck for sun. There is a clean bathroom on board. It’s a lovely day on a boat catching all the beautiful views. There was plenty of space on our trip. We thoroughly enjoyed it!
Great trip to understand...
Sarath L,
Feb 16, 2025
5.00Great trip to understand wild sea life. Great crew and service. The skipper is very helpful and friendly. He always focus on customers expectations.
No parking
Kandghunter,
Feb 5, 2025
3.00Get there early!!!! The crew does not have any idea where its 20 or so passengers everyday should park. We got there at 8:40 for the 9:00 departure. Recommended per booking to get there between 8:30 and 8:45. My wife ran to the boat to ask where to park while I was trying to figure out Tauranga NZ parking options. They said they did not know where we could park. Really?A parking garage across the street was closed. The municipal parking kiosk/paypoing had a broken LED screen. After looking/circling for about 10 minutes, my wife said the Captain of the boat said we could park in one of their spots. He then made a point about us departing late during the safety briefing. It made for an unpleasant experience, despite the lovely trip and wonderful sites.
Review
William R,
Feb 2, 2025
4.00It took awhile to find the dolphins but very fun when we did. The captain tries really hard to communicate with other boats to locate them He was accommodating dropping us off at our cruise ship. Very nice! Nice people
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