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Ocean Adventure - Fast Boat to Hole in the Rock

Highlights

Experience the open-air thrill of this new purpose-built boat travelling to the Hole in the Rock
Visit Cape Brett and the iconic Hole in the Rock – travelling through the hole when conditions permit
Enter Cathedral Cave when conditions allow
Cruise among the 144 islands with a skipper commentary
Stop for photo and video opportunities to view different wildlife

On board this new vessel, we’ll depart on this fast-track experience through the iconic Bay of Islands stopping at points of interest and keeping an eye out for a range of seabirds and wildlife along the way.

You’ll also get to visit the world-famous Hole in the Rock situated at the end of Cape Brett Peninsula, as well as cruising through the breath-taking 114 islands area.

Join the team on board Ocean Adventure for this phenomenal way to explore the Bay of Islands.

Adult $150.00 (Aged 16+)

Child $75.00 (Aged 7-15 years)

What's included

Life jackets and Wet Weather Jackets Provided.
Skipper Commentary

Duration

Allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience

Location

Check in 30 minutes prior to departure at the Maritime Building - 69 Marsden Road
Paihia 2020

Restrictions

Minimum age: 7
Passengers must not exceed a weight of 120kg.
Passengers who are pregnant must not attempt this cruise.
Passengers who have back issues should not attempt this cruise.
As being able to hold on at all times is important there are times where due to certain sea conditions, actual or forecasted a height restriction of 150cm may be imposed.
Children under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Notes

Russell passengers will need to travel to Paihia for this departure and safety briefing as required by Maritime Law.
Child price applies to ages 7-15 years.
This adventure involves travelling across open ocean, at times there may be rough sea, all medical conditions affected by sudden movements including back ailments and pregnancy must be disclosed before departure.
Discount bookings are Non-Transferable and Non-refundable.
Please Note:
The vessel/trip is a high-speed excursion the Hole in the Rock in 90 minutes, the adventure is operated under Maritime NZ law and guidelines which require some strict operating parameters to be in place, please see the following as we want you to have a great time on this adventure excursion but also ensuring that it is safe for you and your family.
The maximum weight is 120kg per person, this is the maximum weight the specially designed seats are rated for, please note we weigh all passengers as for operating procedures we require a total weight of all guests onboard.
As being able to hold on at all times is important there are times where due to certain sea conditions, actual or forecasted a height restriction of 150cm may be imposed.
If you have had or prior or currently have back, neck or head injuries, heart conditions, osteoporosis or any other medical conditions including the use of steroid medication or stress-relieving medication please ensure that this is disclosed to the Explore team before departure to ensure that you are suitable for travel. As part of this, we require all passengers to sign a passenger declaration form that they have read and understood these conditions.

Available Bookings from 22 Dec to 4 Jan 2025

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akalatze11 from Germany wrote on 09 February 2024

Smooth and fast ride to the hole

On time and safe. Our skipper explained everything to us and drove through the hole twice. We drove forwards into a cave and backwards out again. Fantastic. 2 hours is ideal for this trip.

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Andrea from New Zealand wrote on 25 April 2022

Amazing fun

Such a great experience. There was swell and it was windy but the boat soared over it like it was a flat day. Got to go through the hole. Total highlight! Definitely recommend. Guide was excellent.

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Katrina Kahi from New Zealand wrote on 31 March 2024

Safe and exciting adventure

Captain Marty made the trip with his humor and knowledge. The experience was well worth the money. Thanks for a great couple of hours and weather was perfect too

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lynns7 from Germany wrote on 13 March 2024

Not adventurous but nice

The tour was nice but it had to be rescheduled twice, because they didn't have enough bookings. The first time I was called and rescheduled to the day after. They also offered a refund but I really wanted to go so I stayed another night. The next day I went there and the tour got rescheduled again for 2h later. I would have appreciated to be notified prior to this, and not find out half an hour before the tour is supposed to start. I was really excited when the tour started, there are a lot of safety messures and you get a splash jacket to keep you dry. I was asking for the best place to sit and was told to sit outside. If you wanna stay dry, I recommend sitting inside or at the front. I got absolutely drenched and was wet through to my underwear. I was disappointed about the 'adventure' side of the tour. the fast boat was pretty smooth, I didn't even have to hold on. If you want an action tour I would recommend booking a jet boat tour instead. It wasn't very adventurous at all and I think the advertising is s bit misleading. After all the safety messures beforehand I would have expected more than just a boat going a bit faster than other boats.

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emmam21 from Australia wrote on 22 February 2024

Excellent

Great staff, great fun. Particularly good if you're in a tight timeline and don't have half a day to sail around on a boat

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