Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast 2-Hour Boat Cruise with Shade Canopy
by Ocean Leopard Tours
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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$300Overview
This 2-hour boat cruise from Whitianga travels along the volcanic coastline to Cathedral Cove and other nearby landmarks. The tour departs from Whitianga and includes stops at Lonely Bay, where guests can view and photograph the shoreline and Shakespeare Reserve. The boat approaches Cooks Beach closely to see the Cooks Blow Hole from above. For about 15 minutes, the route passes through a marine reserve that hosts diverse marine life and includes the famous Cathedral Cove. The boat then moves past Hahei Beach, providing views of nearby islands. Finally, Hot Water Beach is seen from a distance before entering the Orua Sea Cave, New Zealand’s second-largest sea cave. The boat features cushioned seats with backrests and a shade canopy to protect passengers from the sun. Lifejackets are provided for safety. The boat is accessible to those with limited mobility, although wheelchairs cannot be brought on board. Restrooms are not available on the boat. Swimming or snorkeling are not part of this tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Whitianga
The boat departs from Whitianga, the starting point of the cruise.
5 min
Lonely Bay
Guests can take photos of Lonely Bay and Shakespeare Reserve while the boat is stopped or passing by.
5 min
Cooks Beach
The boat gets close to the Cooks Blow Hole located at the northwest end of Cooks Beach, allowing views through the top of the blow hole from the boat.
10 min
Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve
For approximately 15 minutes, the boat remains within this marine reserve, known for its marine life and the well-known Cathedral Cove.
15 min
Hahei
The route passes Hahei Beach, offering views of the beach and nearby islands from the boat.
10 min
Hot Water Beach
Hot Water Beach is seen from a distance just prior to entering Orua Sea Cave, the second largest sea cave in New Zealand.
5 min
Meeting point
Esplanade rd,across the road from the Harbor House Cafe.
End point
Esplanade rd,across the road from the Harbor House Cafe.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast 2-Hour Boat Cruise with Shade Canopy
by Ocean Leopard Tours
Choose from 1 available option
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$300Overview
This 2-hour boat cruise from Whitianga travels along the volcanic coastline to Cathedral Cove and other nearby landmarks. The tour departs from Whitianga and includes stops at Lonely Bay, where guests can view and photograph the shoreline and Shakespeare Reserve. The boat approaches Cooks Beach closely to see the Cooks Blow Hole from above. For about 15 minutes, the route passes through a marine reserve that hosts diverse marine life and includes the famous Cathedral Cove. The boat then moves past Hahei Beach, providing views of nearby islands. Finally, Hot Water Beach is seen from a distance before entering the Orua Sea Cave, New Zealand’s second-largest sea cave. The boat features cushioned seats with backrests and a shade canopy to protect passengers from the sun. Lifejackets are provided for safety. The boat is accessible to those with limited mobility, although wheelchairs cannot be brought on board. Restrooms are not available on the boat. Swimming or snorkeling are not part of this tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Whitianga
The boat departs from Whitianga, the starting point of the cruise.
5 min
Lonely Bay
Guests can take photos of Lonely Bay and Shakespeare Reserve while the boat is stopped or passing by.
5 min
Cooks Beach
The boat gets close to the Cooks Blow Hole located at the northwest end of Cooks Beach, allowing views through the top of the blow hole from the boat.
10 min
Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve
For approximately 15 minutes, the boat remains within this marine reserve, known for its marine life and the well-known Cathedral Cove.
15 min
Hahei
The route passes Hahei Beach, offering views of the beach and nearby islands from the boat.
10 min
Hot Water Beach
Hot Water Beach is seen from a distance just prior to entering Orua Sea Cave, the second largest sea cave in New Zealand.
5 min
Meeting point
Esplanade rd,across the road from the Harbor House Cafe.
End point
Esplanade rd,across the road from the Harbor House Cafe.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.