



by Dolphin Seafaris NZ Limited
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$360This 6-hour wildlife tour in Tauranga offers a dolphin sightseeing cruise with opportunities to swim alongside wild dolphins. The tour is aboard the Guardian, a fast and stable power catamaran equipped with full facilities and a 100 percent safety record over 14 years. Guests can choose to stay dry on board or enter the water to swim with the dolphins. A professional guide provides live commentary throughout the trip. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with beverages such as tea and coffee. The tour guarantees dolphin or whale sightings, and if no dolphins are found, guests receive a complimentary return trip without an expiry date. The crew has extensive experience in the Bay of Plenty region.
Join us for a memorable day out at sea, encountering wild dolphins in the Bay of Plenty. The dolphins we have in the Bay of Plenty are very curious and playful, and they often like to hang around the boat and watch us while we watch them. In some cases (around 70% of our trips), we allow guests to enter the water with them. We are fortunate to be permitted by the Department of Conservation to offer this experience in the Bay of Plenty. Whether guests are able to enter the water depends on several factors, including weather conditions, the behaviour of the dolphins, and the presence of juveniles within the pod. We can take up to 8 people in the water at a time, holding onto the swim bars while the boat moves slowly. It is a magical experience to be in the water with these incredible creatures, and this is the only way to keep up with them, as they can swim at speeds of up to 25 km/h. Our expert crew of Wildlife Guides will ensure your trip with us is a fantastic experience and a highlight of your visit to the region. We provide all equipment, including wetsuits, masks, and snorkels, give a full briefing for those entering the water, and also include hot drinks and fresh fruit.
300 min
We meet at Tauranga Bridge Marina where there is plenty of free all day parking. Our boat is berthed on D1 just outside the restaurant.
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We meet at Tauranga Bridge Marina where there is plenty of free all day parking. Our boat is berthed on D1 just outside the restaurant and marina office building.