New Zealand Tour
- Swim alongside dolphins in the wild when conditions allow
- View the beautiful mammals from the boat
- Urupukapuka Island stop
- Hot showers onboard the Catamaran
- Ample cover to shelter from the weather
- Picnic Lunch (optional)
- Commentary in English by the crew
- Snorkels, masks, fins wetsuits, life jackets provided
- Auckland Sights & Harbour Bridge
Departures
| Depart | 7:30am |
| Frequency | Daily, from 27th September to 30th April |
| Total Duration | 12.5 Hours |
| Leaves | SkyCity Travel Centre, 102 Hobson St. (near the Sky Tower), Auckland or from selected centrally located Hotels* |
| Returns | SkyCity Travel Centre, 102 Hobson St. (near the Sky Tower), Auckland |
| Hotel* | Time |
| All Seasons Hotel (formerly Hotel Formula 1) | 7:00 am |
| Ascott Metropolis | 6:55 am |
| Aspen House | 7:00 am |
| Auckland Central Backpackers | 6:55 am |
| Auckland City Hotel | 7:05 am |
| Barry Court | 6:45 am |
| Best Western President Hotel | 6:55 am |
| City Central Hotel | 6:50 am |
| City Life Apartments, Queen St. entrance | 6:55 am |
| Copthorne Harbour City Hotel | 7:05 am |
| Copthorne Hotel Auckland City (formerly Cop Anzac Ave) | 6:55 am |
| Crowne Plaza | 6:50 am |
| Duxton Hotel | 6:45 am |
| Grafton Oaks Hotel | 6:45 am |
| Heritage Towers Nelson Street | 6:55 am |
| Hilton Auckland, Princes Wharf | 7:05 am |
| Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland, 1 Hobson St. | 7:05 am |
| Hyatt | 6:55 am |
| I-Stay Residences (formally Oaks Residence) | 7:05 am |
| Ibis/Novotel Ellerslie | 6:30 am |
| Intercity Terminal, 102 Hobson Street | 7:25 am |
| Kingsgate Parnell | 6:45 am |
| Kiwi International | 6:45 am |
| Langham Hotel, Lower Lobby | 6:45 am |
| Mercure Hotel Auckland | 7:05 am |
| Mercure Windsor | 7:05 am |
| Oaks Smartstay Apartments on Hobson | 6:45 am |
| Quadrant Hotel | 6:55 am |
| Quay West Apartments | 7:05 am |
| Quest Aptmts, 62 Queen St | 6:55 am |
| Quest Auckland, 363 Queen St | 6:45 am |
| Quest on Eden, 52 Eden Crescent | 7:00 am |
| Quest on Mount, 15 Mount St | 6:45 am |
| Quest on Nelson, 90-92 Nelson St | 6:45 am |
| Quest Parnell, 8 Heather St | 6:45 am |
| Rendezvous hotel (Ex Carlton Hotel) | 6:45 am |
| Rydges Hotel | 6:55 am |
| Scenic Hotel Auckland (formerly Airedale) | 6:45 am |
| Sebel Viaduct | 7:05 am |
| Sky City Grand Hotel | 7:10 am |
| Sky City Hotel | 7:10 am |
| Stamford Plaza | 7:05 am |
| The Heritage Hotel | 6:55 am |
| Waldorf Celestion Apartments | 6:45 am |
| Waldorf Stadium Apartments | 6:45 am |
| Westin Lighter Quay | 7:05 am |
| YHA Auckland City Hostel | 6:45 am |
| YHA Auckland International Hostel -Turner Street | 6:45 am |
Booking Confirmation:
- Confirmation E-Voucher will be sent within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
- E-Voucher contains operator details, times and local contact telephone numbers
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel
This full day tour leaving from Auckland, gives you the chance to get into the water with these amazing creatures and swim alongside as they play in their natural environment (conditions permitting).
To 'Swim with Dolphins' can be a life changing experience. To swim with dolphins IN THE WILD is even more special.
Travel to the magnificent Bay of Islands via the picturesque Hibiscus Coast. On arrival, board a cruiser that will take you on the ultimate eco-marine adventure through the beautiful National Maritime Park.
Dolphins, whales, fish, sea birds, penguins and other wildlife are frequently encountered in the spectacular marine environment at the Bay of Islands.
Cruise to the many secluded islands of the Bay and gain an insight into the historically significant Bay of Islands region. Marine life including whales, penguins and seals can be seen.
Snorkels, masks, fins and wetsuits provided. NB: If conditions do not permit you to swim with the dolphins, full retail paying customers will receive a $30 cash refund at Maritime Building, in Paihia.
- Bring a togs (bathers/swimmers), hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable shoes and camera
- Covered footwear should be worn
- In winter months we advise dressing warmly - jackets and warm clothes recommended
- Child ages are 5-15 years inclusive (0-5 years are free if sitting on a lap, but if a seat is required a child fare must be paid)
- There is no guarantee of swimming with dolphins. This tour operates with a Department of Conservation permit however for the protection of Dolphins and other marine mammals, interaction with them is governed by the Marine Mammal Protection Act. If the conditions of the Act are not met or the sea conditions are not safe then trips will be viewing only
