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Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Thrilling Boat Tour, Caves & Snorkeling

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Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Thrilling Boat Tour, Caves & Snorkeling

Despre activitate

At 7.8 metres, Cave Cruzer is the only vessel of its size in Mercury Bay, small enough to navigate inside caves and blowholes larger boats cannot enter, open-topped so nothing blocks your view above. Between stops, Brian opens the throttle.

You will cover 24 kilometres of protected Coromandel coastline at speed. Cave Cruzer goes inside the ancient blowholes and cave systems that line the route. Other boats do not.

Cathedral Cove is the centrepiece, Te Hoho Rock, the Sleeping Dragon, Narnia filming locations, seen from the water. Further along, Whale Cave and the hole in the rock at Poikeke Island are landmarks that only make sense from the water.

The tour heads inside Orua, New Zealand's second-largest sea cave, where Brian plays music so you can hear what 700 cubic metres of rock does to sound.

Optional snorkelling and rock jumping available, subject to conditions.

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Pe scurt

Durată
2 ore
Confirmare
Confirmare imediată
Bilet
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Grup
Cel mult 12 persoane
Persoane pe rezervare
1–12
Ghid
engleză
Organizator
Cave Cruzer

Vârste: Copii (1–15 ani) · Adulți (16–100 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

  • Inclus: Use of snorkeling equipment: Snorkel gear
  • Inclus: Access to caves and blowholes unreachable by other vessels
  • Inclus: High-speed runs between stops
  • Inclus: Life jackets and safety briefing
  • Inclus: Live guided commentary throughout

Nu este inclus

  • Nu este inclus: Food and beverages
  • Nu este inclus: Transport to Whitianga Wharf

Itinerar

  1. Whitianga

    Trecere fără oprire

    Meet the crew at the Cave Cruzer boat, on the floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade. Safety briefing before departure. History of Whitianga while making our way to the sea. Including what to expect when the boat reaches speed.

  2. Shakespeare Cliff Scenic and Historic Reserve

    Trecere fără oprire

    Brian points out the cliff formation Captain Cook named in 1769 and shares the story of how Mercury Bay got its name. The volcanic coastline opens up as you head south.

  3. Oprirea 3

    Trecere fără oprire

    Iconic rock formations, Narnia filming locations, and the famous Te Hoho Rock - seen from the water, in a way most visitors never experience.

  4. Mercury Bay

    Trecere fără oprire

    Experience Champagne Bay and its ancient blowholes and cave systems carved by centuries of wave action. Cave Cruzer is the only vessel on the bay that goes inside.

  5. Oprirea 5

    10 min

    New Zealand's second-largest sea cave. Brian cuts the engine, plays music, and lets the acoustics do the rest. Music from here on our return.

  6. Gemstone Bay

    30 min

    Visit Gemstone Bay or the best spot on the day. Snorkel in the marine reserve or watch from the boat. Rock jumping available for those who want it.

  7. Oprirea 7

    15 min

    View fish in the Marine Reserve from the boat without getting wet, however you can get closer having a short snorkel/swim if desired. Mask & snorkel supplied.

  8. Hahei

    Trecere fără oprire

    Pass Hahei & view the headland that was once a Maori Pa (village) site & see through the cave & out the other side, we call the keyhole.

  9. Oprirea 9

    15 min

    Optional rock jumping available here, conditions dependant.

  10. Oprirea 10

    Trecere fără oprire

    Cruise through the heart of a volcanic rock arch rising straight from the sea at Poikeke Island. Watch for dolphins in the Bay of Islands on the way out, then pass through Hole in the Rock if conditions allow.

  11. Oprirea 11

    Trecere fără oprire

    Music on, full throttle back.

Punct de întâlnire și preluare

Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.

Punct de întâlnire

  • Check in at the Cave Cruzer boat, on the floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade, Whitianga Wharf, 15 minutes before departure.

    Tour departure times vary.

    Approximate duration: 2 hours.

    Check availability online.

    Expect 1-2 hour delays through Tairua and parking issues during holiday seasons.

Punct de final

  • Check in at the Cave Cruzer boat, on the floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade, Whitianga Wharf, 15 minutes before departure.

    Tour departure times vary.

    Approximate duration: 2 hours.

    Check availability online.

    Expect 1-2 hour delays through Tairua and parking issues during holiday seasons.

Anulare

Anulare gratuită

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

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  • Organizatorul poate anula dacă nu se strâng destui participanți; primești atunci altă dată sau banii înapoi.

Bine de știut

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Not suitable for infants or children under 10 kg

  • Bring sunscreen, and a secured hat – the boat moves fast on open water

  • Bring a jacket or windproof layer depending on the season

  • Bring your swimwear if you plan to snorkel or rock jump

  • Tour departure times vary, duration approximately 2hrs, check availability online

  • Check in at the Cave Cruzer boat, on the floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade, Whitianga Wharf, 15 minutes before departure

  • All guests must be comfortable with high-speed manoeuvres and the jarring associated with fast boats

  • Not suitable for children under 10 kg; no lap sitting

  • Snorkelling and rock jumping are subject to sea conditions on the day and cannot be guaranteed

  • Cave and blowhole access is subject to tide and swell conditions

  • Marine wildlife sightings - dolphins, orca, seals, whales - cannot be guaranteed

Părerea călătorilor

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