Overview
The Bay of Islands Dolphin Nature Cruise is a unique opportunity to view these incredibly playful and intelligent mammals in their own world. Take part in this amazing experience in New Zealand’s warmest waters.
Cruise the picturesque Bay of Islands on our bio-fuelled purpose-built catamaran, ideal for dolphine and marine mammal viewing. There are outdoor observation decks that will allow you to get up close and personal with the local dolphins.
*Please note: As of the 1st July 2019, due to Department of Conservation regulations, swimming with bottlenose dolphins is not permitted in the Bay of Islands.
Marine Mammal Viewing
You will enjoy New Zealand’s most comprehensive eco-tour of the historic and picturesque Bay of Islands. Please note that as marine mammals are wild, there will be occasions where we will not encounter them during the cruise.
Details
Departure Times
Daily departures Tues, Thur, Sat, Sun, and Public Holidays
- Departs Paihia 11:30am
- Departs Russell 11:40am
Duration: 4 hours from Paihia
Start: Paihia or Russell
Finish: Paihia or Russell
Includes:
- Scenic cruise through the picturesque Bay of Island where we'll search for dolphins living in the wild.
- Opportunity to view marine mammals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more
- Comfortable travel on our black and yellow power cat, purpose built for dolphin viewing with observation decks and large side opening windows.
- The option to snorkel in the beautiful clear waters of the Bay of Islands. The snorkel spot will be selected by the Skipper on the day.
- 1.5 hour island stop to spot the native wildlife reintroduced on Urupukapuka.
- Learn about Project Island Song’s ecological restoration programme
Pricing:
Cost per person
October 2024 - September 2025
- Adult: NZ$160
- Child: NZ$80
October 2025 - September 2026
- Adult: NZ$165
- Child: NZ$83*
*Child Age 5-15 yrs
Under 5 years travel free
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The Bay of Islands Dolphin Nature Cruise is a unique opportunity to view these incredibly playful and intelligent mammals in their own world. Take part in this amazing experience in New Zealand’s warmest waters.
Cruise the picturesque Bay of Islands on our bio-fuelled purpose-built catamaran, ideal for dolphine and marine mammal viewing. There are outdoor observation decks that will allow you to get up close and personal with the local dolphins.
*Please note: As of the 1st July 2019, due to Department of Conservation regulations, swimming with bottlenose dolphins is not permitted in the Bay of Islands.
Marine Mammal Viewing
You will enjoy New Zealand’s most comprehensive eco-tour of the historic and picturesque Bay of Islands. Please note that as marine mammals are wild, there will be occasions where we will not encounter them during the cruise.
Cost per person
October 2024 - September 2025
- Adult: NZ$160
- Child: NZ$80
October 2025 - September 2026
- Adult: NZ$165
- Child: NZ$83*
*Child Age 5-15 yrs
Under 5 years travel free
