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Bay of Islands Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise

Experience the Bay of Islands’ natural icons, such as the Hole in the Rock, as well as dolphins and whales on the Hole in the Rock and Dolphin Cruise!

Only RAA members can book experiences. Discount has been applied.
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What to expect

Experience New Zealand's Bay of Islands’ spectacular natural landscapes as well as the wildlife on this unforgettable Hole in the Rock and Dolphin Cruise! Cruise through the bay’s sheltered waters and its many islands on a luxury catamaran, the Dolphin Seeker, purpose built for dolphin and whale watching. On this tour you'll be aboard a spacious, modern vessel featuring the Bay of Islands’ largest outdoor seating and viewing decks from which you can keep an eye out and get up close to common and bottlenose dolphins, whales and other marine life! You are also able to enjoy uninhibited views of the Cape Brett Lighthouse, as well as the natural highlights.

Visit the iconic Hole in the Rock and even travel right through the narrow space and be surrounded by the majestic rock walls! Experience more of this excitement and natural grandeur as you take in the Grand Cathedral Cave before returning to the mainland. Throughout the tour, your friendly guides shares with you interesting and informative commentary on the area. On this three hour cruise adventure, you can explore the islands, spot dolphins and other marine life and view two of the area’s most famous sites!

*Please note: If you happen to not see dolphins or whales on your trip, you are offered a 'go again for free' voucher for another Hole in the Rock and Dolphin Cruise. Subject to availability and only applies to PM departures.*

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What's included

  • Half day cruise around the Bay of Islands
  • Viewing of dolphins, penguins and other marine wildlife
  • The famous 'Hole in the Rock'
  • Viewing of Cape Brett and the lighthouse
  • Informative commentary
  • Cruise past many of the 144 islands
  • The largest outdoor viewing and seating decks in the Bay of Islands
  • Free ferry ticket one way to Russell or Paihia
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Visit date

Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.

Exclusions

  • Dolphin Swim : You can purchase this for $30pp on the day (May-Oct only, weather permitting) If we are unable to swim with the dolphins this $30.00 will be refunded back to you on completion of the cruise

Time

  • Tour departs Paihia 8:30am & 2:00pm Daily: September to May
  • 10:00am Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday: June to August
  • Tour departs Russell 8:40am & 2:10pm Daily: September to May
  • 10:10am Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday: June to August

Departure Location

Paihia Departures: Please check in at the Maritime Building, 69 Marsden Road, Paihia, 15 mins before departure
Russell Departures: Please meet the vessel at the end of the Russell wharf 15 mins before departure

What To Bring

  • Towel
  • Swimming gear
  • Sunhat and sunblock
  • Warm clothes - Wear your swimsuit under your clothes for convenient changing

Product Session Options

Adult 136.8 - price 144 - retailPrice 8.30am Cruise from Paihia
Child (5-14 years) 67.64 - price 71.2 - retailPrice 10:10am Cruise from Russell
Infant - price 0 - retailPrice 8.30am Cruise from Paihia
Adult 136.8 - price 144 - retailPrice 10am Cruise from Paihia
Child (5-14yrs) 68.4 - price 72 - retailPrice 10am Cruise from Paihia
Infant 0 - price 0 - retailPrice 10am Cruise from Paihia
Adult 136.8 - price 144 - retailPrice 2pm Cruise from Paihia
Child (4-14yrs) 68.4 - price 72 - retailPrice 2pm Cruise from Paihia
Infant 0 - price 0 - retailPrice 2pm Cruise from Paihia
Adult 136.8 - price 144 - retailPrice 8.40am Cruise from Russell
68.4 - price 72 - retailPrice
136.8 - price 144 - retailPrice
136.8 - price 144 - retailPrice
68.4 - price 72 - retailPrice

Product Sessions

8.30am Cruise from Paihia
10am Cruise from Paihia
2pm Cruise from Paihia
8.40am Cruise from Russell
10:10am Cruise from Russell
2:10pm Cruise from Russell