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Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga

By Bay Explorer
8.6 out of 10
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Overview

Your Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise begins as you’re welcomed aboard the Bay Explorer at Tauranga waterfront jetty. You will explore the Bay of Plenty coastline where we will showcase the amazing diversity of marine wildlife including dolphins swimming along side our vessel. Watch seasonal seabirds, penguins, seals, whales, sunfish, school fish, sharks, orca…even turtles!

Our dolphin & wildlife cruise is tailored to those wanting a genuine kiwi experience in nature. It’s a story about our human intrigue with amazing marine animals and their habitat. Participate by searching on the large top deck for that once in a lifetime wildlife encounter. We have limited our passenger numbers for comfort and to enable a more personal experience. Our large spacious boat is also ideal for families.


The Captain and experienced crew lust to share their marine knowledge with you. Don’t forget your camera as we are able to get up close to wildlife, making it a photographer’s dream.

Activity location

  • Bay of Plenty
    • Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 120 The Strand
    • 120 The Strand
    • 3110, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedA half day cruise on our spacious 18 metre vessel with 360° outdoor views.
  • What's includedWhat's includedClose-up encounters-penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.

  • What's includedWhat's includedOnboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.

  • What's includedWhat's includedComfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching.
  • What's includedWhat's includedOur friendly, professional Bay Explorer Crew
  • What's includedWhat's includedPhotos of a lifetime!
  • What's includedWhat's includedSome of the best marine diversity in New Zealand.

  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPick Up & Return Transfer (Optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch Box (Optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCold beer and chilled regional wines from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children MUST Be Accompanied By An Adult
  • Minimum Drinking Age 18+ Years

Activity itinerary

We cruise by the Port of Tauranga We cruise past the famous Mountain (Mount Maunganui) where you will get a nice view of the walking track and the summit. You will see the popular Mount Maunganui walking track where many locals walk daily, we pass by while cruising out of the harbour We cruise past one of the best beaches in New Zealand with white sand and beautiful Pohutukawa trees above when in season. You'll want to get your cameras out for this view of Mount Maunganui! We will cruise next to some views of the popular Mount Maunganui beach with beautiful white sand and waves for swimming and surfing. We cruise past this island as we leave the harbour entranc During your cruise you will be able to see these beautiful islands from the boat. We do not stop at these islands but you can view them from our boat while we cruise past.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBay of Plenty
    • Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE120 The Strand
    • 120 The Strand
    • 3110, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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