Bay of Islands – Hole in the Rock Cruise LT53CS

Discover what the Bay of Islands is really all about. The Bay boasts some of the most spectacular ecosystems and has become renowned as a world class playground, this cruise is an experience like no other.

From Paihia, travel from Rakaumangamanga Peninsula to Cape Brett on a bio fueled catamaran with stunning views of the picturesque islands that make up this coastline. Along the way, there is an opportunity to meet the friendly common and bottlenose dolphins as well as other local marine life. At the end of Cape Brett, view the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island. If sea conditions are good, your skipper will take you right through the hole.

Highlights
* Dolphin/Whale Watching
* Travel through the world famous Hole in the Rock (conditions permitting)
* Cruise and commentary amongst the 144 islands
* Island stop at Urupukapuka Island (Only with lunch option)
* Encounter wildlife in their natural environment
* Culture and History of the Bay of Islands
* Travel on a biofuel-powered catamaran designed for comfort, with an abundance of indoor and outdoor seating.

The vessel has plenty of space for an up close dolphin/whale encounter and is fully licenced, with a range of drinks and snacks available for purchase.

There is the option to upgrade your morning cruise to include a stop-over at Otehei Bay in the heart of the bay of Islands. The stop-over will include a delicious barbecue lunch which has been prepared on the Island for your enjoyment. There will be time to explore the island, walking the pristine beach and paddling in the warm waters of the bay. To upgrade select the lunch option as an extra opposite. Tour Duration to include lunch is 4 hours.

Tour Commencement Times: 9.00am and 1.30pm (lunch is with the morning tour)
Tours Conclude: 12 noon/1.00 pm and 5.30 pm

Cruise ships come into Waitangi wharf , after disembarking the ship you need to catch the shuttles from Waitangi to Paihia (5 minutes) then report to cruise offices close to the wharf. Full meeting instructions will be sent upon booking.