New Zealand Tour
- Cruise through the Famous 'Hole in the Rock' (weather permitting) in the Bay of Islands
- View the beautiful dolpins from the boat
- Guided Tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds
- Urupukapuka Island stop
- Ample cover to shelter from the weather
- Picnic Lunch (optional)
- Commentary in English by the crew
- Auckland Sights & Harbour Bridge
- Parry Kauri Park
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
Leave Auckland for a spectacular dolphin watching cruises in the Bay of Islands on this popular tour.
In Paihia access the exclusive Waterfront Lounge, then our experienced local skippers will guide you through the beautiful clear waters in search of dolphins and whales, past many secluded islands to the Cape Brett Lighthouse and through the centre of the famous Hole in the Rock (conditions permitting).
This full day tour brings together the historical highlights and stunning scenery of this spectacular region. A packed lunch is optional.
Enjoy a guided tour of the historical Waitangi Treaty Grounds where in 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed. Uncover the history that played a significant part in shaping a nation.
On completion of your cruise, rejoin your coach for your return journey to Auckland.
Prices are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD).
- 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
