Bay of Islands Half-Day Boat Cruise: Hole in the Rock and Island Lunch
by Explore Group
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$380Overview
The Bay of Islands features 144 islands with coastal landscapes and wildlife. This half-day boat tour lasts about 4.5 hours and includes a skipper’s commentary throughout the cruise. Guests board at Paihia Harbour’s Pier 5 and travel among the islands, with opportunities to view marine mammals thanks to the Department of Conservation license held by the operator. When sea conditions allow, the boat passes through the Hole in the Rock near Cape Brett. The tour includes a 1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island, where an island BBQ lunch is served. During this stop, passengers can swim at the sheltered beach, visit island viewpoints, explore the gallery, and observe native birds. The crew on board provide information and answer questions about the area. Life jackets are available for emergencies. Transportation to and from the pier and snacks are not included. This service may operate on a vessel shared with Fullers GreatSights. A portion of the fare supports marine mammal conservation and research.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Paihia Harbour
Board the boat at Pier 5 from Paihia Wharf before departure.
Hole in the Rock
Sail to the Hole in the Rock near Cape Brett. If conditions allow, the boat passes through the rock formation, a distinctive natural feature.
20 min
Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island
Stop for 1.5 hours at Otehei Bay with an included island BBQ lunch. Visitors can swim at the protected beach, walk to viewpoints, visit the gallery, and observe native birdlife.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Bay of Islands Half-Day Boat Cruise: Hole in the Rock and Island Lunch
by Explore Group
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$380Overview
The Bay of Islands features 144 islands with coastal landscapes and wildlife. This half-day boat tour lasts about 4.5 hours and includes a skipper’s commentary throughout the cruise. Guests board at Paihia Harbour’s Pier 5 and travel among the islands, with opportunities to view marine mammals thanks to the Department of Conservation license held by the operator. When sea conditions allow, the boat passes through the Hole in the Rock near Cape Brett. The tour includes a 1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island, where an island BBQ lunch is served. During this stop, passengers can swim at the sheltered beach, visit island viewpoints, explore the gallery, and observe native birds. The crew on board provide information and answer questions about the area. Life jackets are available for emergencies. Transportation to and from the pier and snacks are not included. This service may operate on a vessel shared with Fullers GreatSights. A portion of the fare supports marine mammal conservation and research.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Paihia Harbour
Board the boat at Pier 5 from Paihia Wharf before departure.
Hole in the Rock
Sail to the Hole in the Rock near Cape Brett. If conditions allow, the boat passes through the rock formation, a distinctive natural feature.
20 min
Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island
Stop for 1.5 hours at Otehei Bay with an included island BBQ lunch. Visitors can swim at the protected beach, walk to viewpoints, visit the gallery, and observe native birdlife.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.