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Highlights

  • Cruising in and around the stunning Bay of Islands
  • Knowledgeable crew will ensure that you spot all that the Bay of Islands has to offer
  • Amazing island scenery

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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. Join the friendly crew in the morning as you depart from Paihia Wharf at 8:30am then set off on a journey to the spot where the main "The Rock" has been moored where you'll be able to take in the quick safety briefing then let the true fun begin. Take part in some high-quality snorkelling then follow it up with your choice of island adventures, each of which emphasises various aspects of what make the Bay of Islands so unique; whether you're choosing to visit historic and cultural hot spots, go for a lagoon swim or simply soak in the scenery, you'll come away with some satisfying nature-based experiences. Lasting 6.5 hours in total, this Bay of Islands day cruise adventure is a great way to get a substantial dose of what the area has to offer without breaking the bank account - so book your cruise online today!

Inclusions

  • A Sea Shuttle ride out into the Bay of Islands
  • Packed picnic lunch
  • Snorkelling
  • Kayaking

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Must Know

  • If driving from Auckland, take State Highway 1 north out of Auckland. From Kawakawa the Bay of Islands is signposted.
  • The Paihia Wharf is in the middle of the small township and is easy to spot on your right-hand side as you drive into town
  • Due to licensing regulations no alcohol is to be brought aboard the vessel. We have full bar facilities aboard The Rock
  • A minimum of 10 guests is required. If this number isn't reached, we may cancel the trip and offer a full refund or a transfer to another date.

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Cancellable and Refundable

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<div><strong>Terms And Conditions</strong></div> <div> <ul> <li>Due to licensing regulations absolutely NO alcohol is to be brought aboard the vessel. We have full bar facilities aboard The Rock.</li> <li>All luggage and personal effects are at all times your own responsibility.</li> <li>Minimum number of 10 guests. Should the minimum numbers not be reached we reserve the right to cancel the trip and offer guests a full refund of the cruise price or transfer to another cruise date.</li> <li>All departures, activities &amp; itineraries are subject to weather, tides &amp; sea conditions</li> </ul> <div> <div><strong>Booking Information</strong></div> <div> <ul> <li>Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking</li> <li>Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience.</li> <li>Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction.</li> <li>For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher</li> <li>This product is a perfect fit for cruise ship passengers looking for an excursion when docking into Paihia. If you are coming off a cruise ship and would like to book this, please ensure you detail this at the time of booking or give one of our friendly staff a call on 1300 935 532.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> <div>&nbsp;</div>

Cancellable and Refundable

This experience departs at 7:45 am and returns at 3 pm

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