Price from:
290 USD
An Island Paradise – Where History Began
Tour Duration
13 hours
Tour Summary
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!
Tour Highlights
- Discover some of the 144 stunning islands in the Bay of Islands on a scenic cruise.
- Journey by boat across the pristine Islands.
- Discover self-guided bush walks for spectacular views over the Bay of Islands.
- Witness the iconic Hole in the Rock.
- Opportunity to view marine mammals including dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and more.
- Listen to entertaining live commentary from your local Nature Guide.
- Stop off at Urupukapuka Island and lunch stop at Otehei Bay.
- Enjoy a 1.5-hour island stop-over and walk, swim, paddle board, kayak or relax.
- Keep a lookout for dolphins, whales, or orcas (at mother nature's discretion).
- Marvel at the breath-taking scenery en route.
Journey Inclusions
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland.
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD.
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.
- Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
- Luxurious temperature-controlled transportation in a minibus.
- Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
- Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.
Tour Inclusions
- Admission to 4.5 hours Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise.
- Engaging and informative commentary in English.
- Lunch/Dinner stop at Otehei Bay.
- Opportunity to purchase lunch or dinner at your own expense.
Tour Requirements
- 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.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.
- You are welcome to bring your own food. There is also hot and cold food available for purchase on board.
Booking Notes
Kia Ora!
Thank you for booking with ExperienceKart, we’re really looking forward to hosting you.
We hope you enjoy the experience as much as we do.
Below are a few important details to ensure everything is well prepared for your experience.
We kindly ask that you review this information prior to travel and keep your voucher accessible during your experience.
Should you have any specific preferences or requirements, please feel free to let us know.
If you have any questions at any time, please feel free to reach out, we’re here to help.
# Departure Information
If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting location is in front of Mövenpick Hotel Auckland and you must meet us at this central location.
The operator will confirm the pick-up time closer to the travel date. Please make sure you are present at the pickup location 10 minutes prior to your departure time. We cannot hold the bus if you are late.
Any changes to your pick-up location must be confirmed with us with at least 24 hours prior to your tour departure. Please call us or contact us by email to confirm. You will find our contact details in this confirmation email.
### Central Meeting Location
Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010
# General Information
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don't have a car seat one can be rented from us for $50 per child (with 24 hours’ notice). Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety
- A full commentary is provided by your skipper. 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 from the café at Otehei Bay.
- Snacks and drinks are also available for purchase onboard the vessel.
- The site is wheelchair accessible but please be prepared for uneven surfaces, which may be difficult for those with limited mobility and wheelchair users.
- Interacting with common and bottlenose dolphins, orca, whales and other marine mammals is subject to DOC regulations.
# What to bring
- Comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions.
- A comfortable closed toe footwear with a good grip.
- Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Sun hat.
- Swimming costume and Towel.
- Please also bring a jersey or coat if it is cold.
- Bring your camera/GoPro to click the best shots.
- A light rain jacket (just in case).
- Essential personal items.
# Tour Requirements
- 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.
- Please also bring a jersey or coat if it is cold.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.
We look forward to having you aboard!
Ngā mihi nui,
ExperienceKart
Phone: 0800 EXP KART | 0800 397 527 | +64 21 026 60993 (Outside NZ)
Office Hours: 07:00am - 07:00pm (Mon - Sun)
Email: bookings@experiencekart.co.nz
Website: https://www.experiencekart.co.nz/
Cancellation Policy
# Cancellation Policy
In case you have made a booking through an agent or affiliate, please refer to the cancellation terms and conditions as applied by your agent or affiliate. If you have made a booking with ExperienceKart directly and not through an agent or affiliate, the following terms will apply to your booking.
In the event, you have purchased a small group day tour and subsequently wish to cancel it, ExperienceKart may refund your booking at its sole discretion, in which event you will be charged a cancellation fee as follows:
- Bookings cancelled more than 24 hours from date of travel will incur no cancellation fee.
- Bookings cancelled less than 24 hours from date of travel will incur a cancellation fee of 100%.
- Booking amendments less than 24 hours from date of travel will incur a cancellation fee of 100%.
- No-show on the date of travel will incur a cancellation fee of 100%.
# Booking Amendment Policy
- If you need to modify your booking, please reach out to our reservations team via email as soon as possible.
- Changes can be made up to 24 hours before your tour departure time.
- Please note that all changes are subject to availability. If your preferred date or time is unavailable and you choose to cancel, a cancellation fee will apply as per our cancellation policy.
- There is no amendment fee for changes to your small group tour or premium/private tour bookings as long as you provide a 24 hours notice.
- An amendment fee of NZD $250 will apply for changes to overnight tour bookings to cover our administration and communication costs. We may also need to pass on any amendment/cancellation fees as imposed by our suppliers.
# Terms & Conditions
- All reservations and changes must be made by contacting our reservations department.
- You agree to indemnify ExperienceKart Limited against any loss, damage or expense suffered or incurred by ExperienceKart Limited, its officers, employees, agents or related companies as a result of any claim by any third party whose claim arises from your use of your ticket or your acts or omissions while travelling on any ExperienceKart Limited tours & services.
- For full Terms and Conditions see https://www.experiencekart.co.nz/terms-and-conditions
These terms are subject to rights and remedies you have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 2003.
