Discover the Bay: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Otehei Bay
Discover the Bay: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Otehei Bay Highlights
- Get up to 10% cashback when you book with us!
- 4.5-hour scenic cruise through the Bay of Islands
- Cruise to the iconic Hole in the Rock, with passage through it when weather conditions permit
- 1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island
- Included island lunch
- Free time to explore Urupukapuka Island
- Opportunity to swim or snorkel at Otehei Bay
- Opportunity to hire a kayak during summer
- Wildlife spotting opportunities including dolphins, whales, seals, orca and birdlife
- Marine mammal viewing on a Department of Conservation-permitted vessel
- Live commentary from a knowledgeable local skipper
- Scenic views of the Bay of Islands and Cape Brett Peninsula
- Travel aboard a purpose-built vessel with large viewing decks and an air-conditioned cabin
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What to Expect
Tour Options
Discover the Bay Cruise with Buffet Lunch 10:00am Ex Paihia
Discover the Bay Cruise with Buffet Lunch 10:10am Ex Russell
Frequently Asked Questions
Keep an eye out for dolphins, whales, seals, orca, birdlife and other marine wildlife, although sightings depend on conditions.
On the morning cruise, you can arrange to stay longer at Otehei Bay and return on a later ferry at no extra cost. Contact reservations in advance to arrange this.
Yes, an island lunch is included. The buffet is subject to minimum numbers, and if it is not available, a voucher for a main meal at Otehei Bay Café will be provided.
Bring a warm jacket, flat-soled shoes, a camera, towel, swimwear and a hat.
Infants under 5 travel free but must still be included in your booking due to vessel capacity limits. Infants are not eligible for the food and beverage inclusions.
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