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Best of Bay of Islands: Cruise & "Hole in the Rock"
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Bay of Islands Cruise and Hole in the Rock
Enjoy the panorama of sea and sky as the captain steers a course around the beautiful Bay of Islands, the northernmost point on New Zealand's North Island, to the Cape Brett Peninsula. From the catamaran's comfortable indoor and outdoor viewing decks, you'll be able to see the 115-year-old Cape Brett Lighthouse and the famous Cathedral Caves, created by waves over 160 million years. You'll circle Piercy Island, also known as Motukokako Island, and weather permitting, sail through the famed Hole in the Rock. Perhaps one of the most naturally beautiful sights in all of New Zealand, the 70-meter-long tunnel (229-foot-long) was created over centuries by wind and waves.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Bottlenose and common dolphins are the most frequently encountered marine mammals in the Bay and there is always a chance that you'll come across a pod as the catamaran cruises the turquoise waters.
SNACKS
Drinks and snacks are available for cash purchase.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Take a moment to enjoy the views from the deck and if you peer over the sides of the catamaran you may see schools of fish such as blue mao mao, kahawai, parore, trevally, tuna and kingfish and occasionally see sun fish.
Schedule
Special Notes
Sightings of dolphin and other marine life are common but cannot be guaranteed. Cruising to and through the Hole in the Rock is dependent on sea and weather conditions; a cruise of only the bay will be done during poor weather conditions
Your power catamaran features comfortable indoor and open-deck seating, full restroom facilities, and a range of drinks and snacks available for cash purchase.
Please note morning departures of this tour will return to Paihia Wharf; a complimentary five-minute shuttle ride will return you to the tender pier.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Bay of Islands Cruise and Hole in the Rock
Enjoy the panorama of sea and sky as the captain steers a course around the beautiful Bay of Islands, the northernmost point on New Zealand's North Island, to the Cape Brett Peninsula. From the catamaran's comfortable indoor and outdoor viewing decks, you'll be able to see the 115-year-old Cape Brett Lighthouse and the famous Cathedral Caves, created by waves over 160 million years. You'll circle Piercy Island, also known as Motukokako Island, and weather permitting, sail through the famed Hole in the Rock. Perhaps one of the most naturally beautiful sights in all of New Zealand, the 70-meter-long tunnel (229-foot-long) was created over centuries by wind and waves.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Bottlenose and common dolphins are the most frequently encountered marine mammals in the Bay and there is always a chance that you'll come across a pod as the catamaran cruises the turquoise waters.
SNACKS
Drinks and snacks are available for cash purchase.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Take a moment to enjoy the views from the deck and if you peer over the sides of the catamaran you may see schools of fish such as blue mao mao, kahawai, parore, trevally, tuna and kingfish and occasionally see sun fish.
Schedule
Special Notes
Sightings of dolphin and other marine life are common but cannot be guaranteed. Cruising to and through the Hole in the Rock is dependent on sea and weather conditions; a cruise of only the bay will be done during poor weather conditions
Your power catamaran features comfortable indoor and open-deck seating, full restroom facilities, and a range of drinks and snacks available for cash purchase.
Please note morning departures of this tour will return to Paihia Wharf; a complimentary five-minute shuttle ride will return you to the tender pier.