Bay of Islands Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour with Two Island Stopovers
by Island Getaway Tours
Choose from 2 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$338Overview
This 4.5-hour boat tour in the Bay of Islands focuses on the area's natural features and landmarks. The cruise travels among 144 subtropical islands, including two stops on remote islands. The first stop is Roberton Island, where visitors can walk a trail to a lookout offering 360-degree views of the surrounding islands and Twin Lagoons. The boat then approaches Motu Kokako, known as the Hole in the Rock, a natural rock formation with a large round opening carved by wind and water. Weather permitting, the boat sails through this opening; if conditions are poor, an alternate sheltered route is taken. The cruise also passes the Cape Brett Lighthouse and the nearby Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage. The second island stop is on either Waewaetorea, Moturua, or Urupukapuka Island, decided on the day. Here, guests can snorkel with provided mask, snorkel, and fins, swim, walk, or relax on the beach. This stop allows for picnic lunch if brought or pre-ordered. Throughout the tour, wildlife spotting and commentary are provided. The tour is suitable for all ages and types of travelers. Check-in is at Pier 10 on Paihia Wharf, and no hotel pickup or lunch is included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Island Getaway Tours
Guests check in at Pier 10 on Paihia Wharf and should arrive 15 minutes before departure.
15 min
Bay of Islands
The boat travels among 144 subtropical islands with two island stopovers. The tour highlights include Roberton Island, an unspoiled location with bush walks and views, the Hole in the Rock geological formation, and the Cape Brett Lighthouse.
Roberton Island Stopover
Guests spend about 40 minutes on Roberton Island, which has subtropical vegetation and clear turquoise waters. A walking trail leads to a lookout point with 360-degree views over the islands and the Twin Lagoons.
40 min
Motu Kokako (Hole in the Rock)
The boat approaches Motu Kokako, called the Hole in the Rock, a natural rock formation with a round hole formed by wind and water erosion. Weather permitting, the boat sails through the hole. If not, an alternate sheltered route is taken.
30 min
Cape Brett Lighthouse
The tour passes the iconic Cape Brett Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage.
Urupukapuka Island
The second stop lasts about 70 minutes on either Waewaetorea, Moturua, or Urupukapuka Island, chosen on the day. Guests can snorkel, swim, walk, or relax on the beach. Wildlife sanctuaries are present, and guests may bring a picnic lunch or pre-order one.
70 min
Meeting point
Please be waiting at the end of the Russell Wharf next to the Booking and information Centre
End point
Please be waiting at the end of the Russell Wharf next to the Booking and information Centre
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Bay of Islands Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour with Two Island Stopovers
by Island Getaway Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$338Overview
This 4.5-hour boat tour in the Bay of Islands focuses on the area's natural features and landmarks. The cruise travels among 144 subtropical islands, including two stops on remote islands. The first stop is Roberton Island, where visitors can walk a trail to a lookout offering 360-degree views of the surrounding islands and Twin Lagoons. The boat then approaches Motu Kokako, known as the Hole in the Rock, a natural rock formation with a large round opening carved by wind and water. Weather permitting, the boat sails through this opening; if conditions are poor, an alternate sheltered route is taken. The cruise also passes the Cape Brett Lighthouse and the nearby Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage. The second island stop is on either Waewaetorea, Moturua, or Urupukapuka Island, decided on the day. Here, guests can snorkel with provided mask, snorkel, and fins, swim, walk, or relax on the beach. This stop allows for picnic lunch if brought or pre-ordered. Throughout the tour, wildlife spotting and commentary are provided. The tour is suitable for all ages and types of travelers. Check-in is at Pier 10 on Paihia Wharf, and no hotel pickup or lunch is included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Island Getaway Tours
Guests check in at Pier 10 on Paihia Wharf and should arrive 15 minutes before departure.
15 min
Bay of Islands
The boat travels among 144 subtropical islands with two island stopovers. The tour highlights include Roberton Island, an unspoiled location with bush walks and views, the Hole in the Rock geological formation, and the Cape Brett Lighthouse.
Roberton Island Stopover
Guests spend about 40 minutes on Roberton Island, which has subtropical vegetation and clear turquoise waters. A walking trail leads to a lookout point with 360-degree views over the islands and the Twin Lagoons.
40 min
Motu Kokako (Hole in the Rock)
The boat approaches Motu Kokako, called the Hole in the Rock, a natural rock formation with a round hole formed by wind and water erosion. Weather permitting, the boat sails through the hole. If not, an alternate sheltered route is taken.
30 min
Cape Brett Lighthouse
The tour passes the iconic Cape Brett Lighthouse and the Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage.
Urupukapuka Island
The second stop lasts about 70 minutes on either Waewaetorea, Moturua, or Urupukapuka Island, chosen on the day. Guests can snorkel, swim, walk, or relax on the beach. Wildlife sanctuaries are present, and guests may bring a picnic lunch or pre-order one.
70 min
Meeting point
Please be waiting at the end of the Russell Wharf next to the Booking and information Centre
End point
Please be waiting at the end of the Russell Wharf next to the Booking and information Centre
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.