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Bay of Islands Day Cruise + Snorkelling and Lunch
Adrenaline & ExtremeAdventureSnorkelingKayaking
4.6(2554 reviews)
Paihia, New Zealand
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Overview
Explore the stunning Bay of Islands on a 6 hour day cruise to "The Rock" with snorkelling, kayaking, and island adventures!
Head out on the waters of the beautiful Bay of Islands in NZ on this day cruise to the famous "The Rock" with lunch, snorkelling & much more! This famed region of New Zealand is renowned for its rugged beauty, clear waters and abundant marine life, and during the cruise you'll get the chance to see all this and more up close.
- Pick-up and Departure: Get picked up at 7:45 am at Paihia Wharf by our sea shuttle and taken to a remote and quiet bay where 'The Rock' has been anchored overnight.
- Safety Briefing and Cruise: Receive a quick safety briefing and cruise through the islands before embarking on your adventure.
- Snorkelling: Enjoy high-quality snorkelling in the reefs and explore the amazing underwater world of the Bay of Islands. If conditions are calm, gather mussels or kina from the kelp-covered outer reefs.
- Island Exploration: Explore the islands on foot, visit historic and cultural hotspots, enjoy stunning scenery, and swim in clear lagoons.
- Kayaking: Learn to paddle a kayak in safe, blue waters and explore the coastline and sea caves for the more experienced.
- Homeward Cruise: Enjoy freshly steamed mussels and watch out for abundant marine and bird life on the homeward cruise.
- Return: Arrive back at Paihia Wharf at approximately 3 pm
What's Included
A Sea Shuttle ride out into the Bay of Islands
Packed picnic lunch
Snorkelling
Kayaking
Itinerary
Itinerary
8:30 AM - Pickup:
- Get picked up at the Paihia Wharf by our sea shuttle for a smooth cruise to a remote and quiet bay where The Rock has been anchored overnight.
Arrival and Safety Brief:
- After arrival, a quick safety brief will be conducted.
Cruising and Snorkelling:
- Begin cruising through the islands and start your adventure with a snorkelling experience.
- Explore abundant reefs and the amazing underwater world of the Bay of Islands.
- If conditions are calm, gather mussels or kina from the kelp-covered outer reefs. Try them on the way home, including the unique experience of eating raw sea urchins if you're brave enough!
Island Exploration:
- Explore the islands, visit locations of historic and cultural significance, enjoy stunning scenery, and swim in clear lagoons.
- Take part in outdoor activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, gathering fresh seafood, exploring WWII remains, trekking across islands, and visiting ancient Maori fortifications.
Kayaking:
- Learn to paddle a kayak in safe, blue waters and explore the coastline and sea caves for the more experienced.
- Enjoy remote beaches, perfect for a game of beach cricket or volleyball.
Island Hikes:
- Explore the islands on foot and climb to beautiful lookout points for views across the Bay of Islands.
Homeward Cruise:
- Enjoy freshly steamed mussels and watch out for abundant marine and bird life. Hopefully, we'll even see dolphins!
Homeward Cruise:
- Enjoy freshly steamed mussels and watch out for abundant marine and bird life. Hopefully, we'll even see dolphins!
3:00 PM - Return:
- Arrive back at Paihia Wharf at approximately 3 PM.
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