The Original Full day Bay of Islands Cruise with Dolphins

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The Original Full day Bay of Islands Cruise with Dolphins — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Historic route since 1927 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Get onboard the most comprehensive day cruise in the Bay of Islands, taking in the Hole in the Rock, the historic Cream Trip route and an island stop at Otehei Bay.

Start the morning cruising through the inner islands and past the Cape Brett Peninsula, out to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako. Take in the scenery, learn about the area's history through our informative and entertaining commentary, and keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine wildlife along the way.

Stop off at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island, where you can relax on the beach, explore a coastal walking track, have a swim or hire a kayak in peak season, then grab a bite to eat and drink from the fully licensed Otehei Bay Bar & Café.

Following your island stop, cruise through the inner islands past the unique Black Rocks and the historic Marsden Cross, then try your hand at boom-netting when available.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 85 people
People per booking: 1–15
Written guide: German, English, French
Guide: English
Operated by: Explore Group Limited

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: anding and/or facility fees: Landing and facility fees
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Drinks ( hot and cold ) and snacks available to purchase on board the vessel , fully licensed cafe and bar at Otehei bay during Island stopover

Itinerary

Stop 1

20 min

Experience the natural beauty and wonder of Motokokako ( Piercy Island ) located at the furthest point of you full day cruise , hear the stories as we circumnavigate this natural phenomenon and conditions permitting travel through it
Rangihoua Heritage Park

20 min

See the original settlement of Rangihoua also known as Marsden Cross from the water as we cruise through the western side of the Bay of Islands
Stop 3

1 h 30 min

Stopover at the picturesque Otehei bay located on Urupukapuka Isnad for your lunch stop , have a swim , take a walk and experience the native bird life that abounds on this Island sanctuary or relax at the fully licensed cafe and bar.
Bay of Islands

Passing by

Cruise through and hear about the main islands that make up the maritime marine park of Ipipiri - The Bay of Islands

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our office is located at the start of the Main Russell Wharf - however pick up is at the end of the Russell Wharf
Located at the main Wharf Paihia

End point

Our office is located at the start of the Main Russell Wharf - however pick up is at the end of the Russell Wharf
Located at the main Wharf Paihia

Using your ticket

Please call our office 24 hours prior to departure on 0800653339 to confirm your booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour duration includes boat tour and stopover

Options

10.00am - Departure ex Paihia

Marine Mammal Guarantee: If we do not see marine mammals during your cruise a complimentary voucher is available to travel again - Conditions apply

Starting point:

Paihia, New Zealand
10.10am Departure ex Russell

Marine Mammal Guarantee: If we do not see marine mammals during your cruise a complimentary voucher is available to travel again - Conditions apply

Starting point:

Russell, New Zealand