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Bay of Islands Explorer Experience Small Group Tour From Auckland

Location Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
$289.81
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Join us on a small group day tour from Auckland to explore the Bay of Islands. Enjoy the informative commentary as you cross the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge and soak up on New Zealand’s spectacular scenery of rural countryside and sub-tropical bush en route to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Hop on a scenic cruise around the bay to witness some of the incredible 144 islands, get up close to the cliffs at Cape Brett, and travel through the iconic Hole in the Rock. Spot dolphins, whales, and other marine wildlife, and enjoy a 1.5-hour island stop to eat, swim and walk. You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to must-dos in the Bay of Islands!
Bay of Islands Explorer
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 13 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Enjoy a 1.5-hour island stop-over and walk, swim, paddle board, kayak or relax
  • Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
  • Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
  • Admission to 4.5 hours Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise
  • WiFi on board
  • Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
  • Other
  • Journey by boat across the pristine Islands
  • Engaging and informative commentary in English
  • Witness the iconic Hole in the Rock
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Discover some of the 144 stunning islands in the Bay of Islands on a scenic cruise
  • Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
  • Listen to entertaining live commentary from your local Nature Guide
  • Keep a lookout for dolphins, whales, or orcas (at mother nature's discretion)
  • Discover self-guided bush walks for spectacular views over the Bay of Islands
  • Stop off at Urupukapuka Island and lunch stop at Otehei Bay
  • Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
  • Opportunity to view marine mammals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast

Meeting point
Our central meeting point in Auckland City is in front of Movenpick Hotel (8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010). This meeting point is well connected with Auckland's public transport network. Kindly advise us if you will be meeting us at this location.
Return details
Our central meeting point in Auckland City is in front of Movenpick Hotel (8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010). This meeting point is well connected with Auckland's public transport network. Kindly advise us if you will be meeting us at this location.

  • Auckland Central
    We pickup travellers from select locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please meet us at the closest hotel listed for pick-up.
  • We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Northland region.
  • Whangarei isite Visitor Information Centre
    We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Northland region.
  • We visit one of the main tourist attractions in Kawakawa, the colourful public toilet designed by Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser. First visiting New Zealand in the 1970s for an exhibition of his work, he decided to make the country his second home and bought property on the Waikare inlet, east of Kawakawa. In 1998 with the help of the community he transformed the town’s public toilets into a work of art.
  • The Bay of Islands is a natural playground offering a huge variety of activities to keep you entertained for days. With scenic landscapes to explore by land, sea or sky, abundant wildlife including the playful dolphins, plenty of rich and colourful history and of course water sport opportunities around every corner. Once a booming, bustling and bawdy seafaring centre, it’s now a peaceful and pristine spot, and offers the perfect base for exploring Northland. You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to must-dos in the Bay of Islands! Embark on a voyage of discovery and enjoy the beauty of this area when you join a daily cruise to hole in the rock, the most popular dolphin watching cruise in the Bay of Islands.
  • Auckland Central
    After an exhilarating fun-filled adventure experience at Paihia, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Paihia if you are staying locally in the region.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • A full commentary is provided by your skipper onboard the cruise. A limited number of multi-lingual headsets are available in German, French and Mandarin Chinese.
  • A portion of your fare contributes to marine mammal research and conservation.
  • You will be able to purchase lunch or dinner, depending upon the sailing time, from the café at Otehei Bay.
  • Snacks and drinks are also available for purchase onboard the vessel.
  • Interacting with common and bottlenose dolphins, orca, whales and other marine mammals is subject to DOC regulations.
  • You are welcome to bring your own food. There is also hot and cold food available for purchase on board.
  • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.
  • Easy and good fitness level required.
  • You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
  • The site is wheelchair accessible but please be prepared for uneven surfaces, which may be difficult for those with limited mobility and wheelchair users.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Bay of Islands Explorer Experience Small Group Tour From Auckland

    Location Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
    $289.81
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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