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Dolphin Eco Cruise with Island Stopover - 4 Hours
Highlights & inclusions
4 hours scenic cruise on board our purpose-built vessel with large viewing decks and air-conditioned cabin
Opportunity to view marine mammals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more Marine mammal viewing guarantee – come again for free if we don’t spot any marine mammals during your cruise
1.5 hour stop at Otehei Bay to spot the native wildlife reintroduced on Urupukapuka including Tīeke, Kakariki, Toutouwai and more
Learn about the restoration and repopulation of the Islands with native flora and fauna through the efforts of Local Iwi, Department of Conservation and Project Island Song
Enjoy a swim at Otehei Bay on your Urupukapuka Island stop
Boom Netting (conditions permitting)
From
$141.95AUD
Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to experience
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What you can expect
Set off on a scenic cruise through the Bay of Islands in search of dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and other marine wildlife. As one of only two operators licensed by the Department of Conservation to view marine mammals, our experienced crew will help you discover the incredible wildlife that calls these waters home.
Your cruise includes a 1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island, where you'll learn about the region's unique marine sanctuary and the conservation work of Project Island Song to restore native ecosystems and birdlife.
You will also have time to explore the island at the beachfront, swimming and walk the established tracks and spot reintroduced native wildlife including tīeke (North Island saddleback), toutouwai (North Island robin), pāteke (brown teal), Wētāpunga (giant wētā) and more.
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Location
What you need to know
- 4 hour scenic cruise in the Bay of Islands
- 1.5 hour island stopover
- Opportunity to see marine mammals (such as dolphins, whales, seals & birdlife)
- Option to snorkel or swim at Otehei Bay
- Food and Drinks Hotel Pickup/Drop off
- 4 hours scenic cruise on board our purpose-built vessel with large viewing decks and air-conditioned cabin
- Opportunity to view marine mammals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more
- Marine mammal viewing guarantee – come again for free if we don’t spot any marine mammals during your cruise^
- 1.5 hour stop at Otehei Bay to spot the native wildlife reintroduced on Urupukapuka including Tīeke, Kakariki, Toutouwai and more
- Learn about the restoration and repopulation of the Islands with native flora and fauna through the efforts of Local Iwi, Department of Conservation and Project Island Song
- Opportunity to experience the thrill of boom-netting or an alternate snorkelling/swimming activity (conditions permitting)
- Option to purchase drinks and snacks on board, as well as full café and bar facilities at Otehei Bay
- This experience operates daily from 11:30 am during summer - October - April
- Allow 6 hours
- Departs from Paihia/Russell
- This experience departs from Paihia/Russell
- Please dress comfortably & bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, warm layer, swimwear, towel & your camera
- Please dress comfortably & bring a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, warm layer, swimwear, towel & your camera
- Light refreshments are available to purchase onboard
- You can purchase lunch from the cafe at Otehei Bay, or you are welcome to bring your own picnic
- Marine mammal viewing guarantee - this cruise has a 90% success rate of viewing marine mammals, however if no marine mammals are spotted you can cruise again for free.
- All departures are subject to minimum numbers, sea and weather conditions and Explore Group reserves the right to cancel departures in the event that requirements are not met.
- Explore Group reserve the right to alter proposed routes or cancel any departure in the interest of passenger safety and/or comfort.
- Explore Group requires 24 hours’ notice of cancellation for all scheduled departure bookings. Explore Group reserve the right to alter proposed routes or cancel any departure in the interest of passenger safety and/or comfort. All departures are subject to minimum numbers, sea and weather conditions and Explore Group reserves the right to cancel departures in the event that requirements are not met.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
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