Discover the Bay including Cape Brett Cruise (return from Auckland)

Make the most of this popular day tour from Auckland with return coach travel to Paihia, including a spectacular dolphin watching cruise in the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands. Our experienced local skippers will guide you through the beautifully clear waters in search of dolphins and whales, past many secluded islands to the Cape Brett Lighthouse and through the famous "Hole in the Rock" (weather permitting).

The Cape Brett trip is the most popular cruise in the Bay for a good reason! The modern high speed catamaran escorts you in comfort around the Bay, past sandy beaches, rocky outcrops and the many varied island landscapes as you make your way out to the Cape Brett Lighthouse. You will then pass through the famous Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" at Motukokako Island and on to view the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave. Crew share their local history and ecology. We often see a variety of marine wildlife including Whales, Seals, Dolphins, Penguins, and other sea and bird life as you travel out to the "Hole in the Rock".

As we cruise back to Paihia we pass several remote islands, fringed with golden sandy beaches and decorated with redflowering pohutukawa trees during the summer months. This full day tour brings together the historical highlights and stunning scenery of this spectacular region.

Auckland

Known as the 'City of Sails' and nestled between two harbours and a gulf full of islands, Auckland is as much about the sea as it is about the land. As New Zealand's largest city, Auckland has a population of approximately one million people and thrives as a hub of creative colourful local culture with an eclectic mix of people.

Bay of Islands

There's no place in the world like the Bay of Islands a stunning region of 144 secluded islands, abundant in natural wonders and marine life. Regarded as the birthplace of New Zealand as a bi-cultural nation, the Bay of Islands is rich in both Maori culture and early European history. Discover well-preserved Maori and European relics of the past, and learn more about the unique history that has shaped our country.

• Auckland Harbour Bridge
• Kaiwaka - morning tea break (own expense)
• Guided tour of Waitangi Treaty Grounds
• Dolphin Cruise to Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock"
• Travel through the Famous 'Hole in the Rock' (weather permitting)
• Picnic lunch optional

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