Ocean Adventure: Fast Boat to the Hole in the Rock

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Ocean Adventure is the fastest boat to the Hole in the Rock, combining exhilaration and exploration with a balance of speed and thrills, as well as stops to view wildlife, learn about the Bay of Islands & take photos.

Great for families & adventure seekers to feel the thrill of speeding across the water & viewing the stunning islands of the Bay

Relax in state of the art suspension seating for a safe & comfortable ride as you fast track your journey through the iconic scenery of the Bay of Islands. Not suitable for guests over 120kg in weight due to the hydraulic seating.

Jump on board for a 1.5 hour cruise, visiting the Cape Brett Peninsula & travel through the iconic Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako, conditions permitting.

Enter the amazing Cathedral Cove if conditions permit & hear entertaining commentary about the Bay of Islands with stops for photos.

Option to stop at Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island (must be pre-booked) and return on a later ferry at no extra cost.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not suitable for children under 7 years old and 120cm in height

In poor conditions a minimum height limit of 150cm applies

Not suitable for guests over 120kg in weight due to the hydraulic seating

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Wet weather jackets included (if required)

Travel to Motukokako Island (The Hole in the Rock) and return to Paihia. 1hr 30mins duration

Entertaining Commentary from your Skipper

Lifejackets included

Bottled water

Hotel pick ups not included

Lunch, Snacks and Beverages

What To Expect

Visit the dramatic cliffs of the Cape Brett Peninsula and travel through the iconic Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako, conditions permitting Enter the amazing Cathedral Cove if conditions permit

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Urupukapuka Island

Learn about some of the history and unique geography of Bay of Islands and with stops to take photos, or you can even stop over at Otehei Bay on the way home and return on a later boat

15 minutes • Admission Included

Options

09:30am Departure from Paihia

12:00pm Departure from Paihia

2:30pm Departure from Paihia

Reviews

4.73

30 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Excellent day out
Craig J,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great day, the skipper was very knowledgeable and gave great commentary . Being so close to something so amazing Waz truly magical.
Wild wave ride
852juliettek,
Apr 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best experience! It was raining and the sea was rough but we had so much fun! Amazing scenery and super friendly staff. Highly recommended
Adrenaline fuelled trip at 43 knots with interesting commentary
136Juliette,
Mar 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely stunning trip with a bit of adrenaline thrown in as boat bounced over a light swell at 43 knots. Interesting commentary helped make the trip.
Professional and...
Barbara J,
Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Professional and experienced. Loved going out on this boat. Fast! Team was great explaining what was going to happen and captain was very conscious of everyone onboard.
Small boat experience...
Kerry M,
Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Small boat experience cancelled probably through low numbers. Large boat upgrade couldn't go through hope in rock. Disappointing but had an ok day
Thrilling Boat Trip
Allison A,
Mar 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great trip if you are short of time. Very informative, felt safety was well organised. Exhilarating speeding over the waves and through the hole in the rock. Would definitely recommend!
A great experience
Bernie K,
Mar 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Well organised and a very enjoyable trip with lots of information on the many locations we stopped at.
Brilliant couple of hours on the water.
Paul M,
Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Gavin was an excellent host for a magic day in the Bay of Islands. We got through the hole and into Cathedral Cave to top off a brilliant afternoon boat ride.
Highly recommend
Rimvydas S,
Mar 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We enjoyed the tour very very much. It is a very quick way to see Hole in the rock, recommend it to everyone.
You must try this Trip!
julielF9797HY,
Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic trip! Exhilarating and great fun! It was a choice between a 3.5 hr boat trip or a 1.5 hr speed boat trip, covering the same area! We chose the best!!