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Experience a fascinating full day trip to the incredible Bay of Islands and enjoy a Hole in the Rock Dolphin Watching Cruise.
Highlights
- Enjoy a full day Auckland to Bay of Islands coach tour and cruise (return to Auckland)
- Travel to the seaside town of Paihia, known as the jewel of the Bay of Islands
- Enjoy a half-day Bay of Islands cruise in search of dolphins and whales
- Cruise out through some 144 islands towards the beautiful Cape Brett
- See the remote Cape Brett lighthouse
- Discover the famous Hole in the Rock at Motukokako Island
Embark on one of the best things to do in Bay of Islands, New Zealand; a full day Auckland to Bay of Islands tour.
Leave the hustle and bustle of Auckland city behind as you board your premium coach and head north. First stop… Paihia!
Known as the jewel of the Bay of Islands, Paihia is a popular beach town home to stunning golden beaches and boutique style shopping. You’ll have the opportunity to discover the delights of Paihia before your three-hour afternoon cruise into the waters of the sub-tropical Bay of Islands.
Soak up the stunning scenery, including turquoise waters and secluded bays, as you cruise from Paihia through some 144 islands; see the remote Cape Brett lighthouse before journeying to the famous Hole in the Rock at Motukokako Island. For an unforgettable Hole in the Rock experience, your skipper might even drive through (weather/ocean conditions permitting).
The region attracts an abundance of wildlife, including dolphins, whales, and penguins. Enjoy learning about the natural landscape and history of the area on both land and sea, with commentary from your coach and boat drivers.
After your Bay of Islands cruise, it’s time to return to Paihia wharf where you’ll climb aboard your coach for the return journey to Auckland.
Departs: 7:30am from Auckland. Returns to Auckland at approx 8.15pm.
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From Bay of Islands Day Return With Hole in the Rock Dolphin Watching Cruise
Kia ora Saskia, It sounds like you had a great time with us. Thanks for sharing. All the best for your future travels, Esther and the team at Gray Line
Jutta S. from Germany wrote on 12 May 2017
Bay of Island
Es war ein wunderschöner Ausflug obwohl das Wetter nicht optimal war.Unser Busfahrer hatten viele interessante Informationen für uns. Auf der Bootsfahrt konnten wir neben einer beeindruckenden Landschaft auch Delfine sehen. Würden die Fahrt jederzeit wieder machen.
From Bay of Islands Day Return With Hole in the Rock Dolphin Watching Cruise
Kia ora Jutta, Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed your dolphin cruise with us! All the best for your future travels, Esther and the team at GreatSights
Mary from Malaysia wrote on 24 February 2020
Hole in the Rock Dolphin Watching Cruise
I enjoy the trip very much. will come again.
Bronwen from New Zealand wrote on 26 January 2020
Bay of island hole in rock tour from auckland
Racheal was great
NAG SHARMA from New Zealand wrote on 17 January 2020
Awesome Experience & One of the Best in NZ
Must do activity in NZ. Its a life time experience visiting 15 Islands & chasing Dolphins on the shore.!!
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Saskia Thiel from Germany wrote on 23 June 2017
schöner Tagesausflug
Der Bay of Islands Ausflug ist ein schöner Tagesausflug,mit einer sehr netten Busbegleitung gewesen. Der Bus wsr stets pünktlich, der Fahrer hat die ganze Fahrt viel informatives über das Land erzählt und war super nett. Der Bus war gepflegt und bequem. Der Bootsausflug zum Hole in the Rock dauerte ca. 2 Std. Leider haben wir keine Delfine und Wale gesehen, dafür aber Seelöwen.