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Explore NZ The Ultimate Bay of Islands experiences
Explore NZ
Bay of Islands



Explore NZ
The Ultimate Bay of Islands experiences
Bay of Islands

Explore NZ The Ultimate Bay of Islands experiences
Visit the beautiful Bay of Islands while here for the rugby – just over 1 hours drive from Whangarei and 3.5hrs hours north of Auckland.

Swim with the Dolphins - 'Dolphin Eco-Adventure'

Live a lifelong dream, swim alongside dolphins in their world and see these beautiful marine mammals right up close.
Join us for the ultimate dolphin eco-adventure. With the warmest water in New Zealand and the friendliest dolphin species (Bottlenose), the Bay of Island is the best place to experience swimming with dolphins (conditions permitting).

Our modern high speed luxury catamaran is the most comfortable swim with dolphins vessel in the Bay and offers easy access to the water, hot showers, and underwater cameras.
Dolphin Discoveries pioneered dolphin swimming in the spectacular Bay of Islands, with the most experienced crew and an abundance of marine mammals and other wildlife, this is the best choice for your swimming with dolphins experience.

Discover the Bay - ‘Hole in the Rock’ and Dolphin Viewing

Experience the world famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ on the biggest vessel in the bay and see dolphins, whales, birds and other wildlife. Cruise among the 144 islands the Bay of Islands is famous for and enjoy the stunning scenery and informative commentary about marine mammals, geography and history.
View our video ‘Culture in Conflict’ re-creating the first major bloody encounter between very early European visitors and indigenous Maoris. Visit this Maori Pa (fortified village) on our exclusive private island stop and learn about the Kiwi recovery and conservation restoration programme on the Island.
The only ‘Hole in the Rock’ trip with a lifetime dolphin viewing guarantee.




On the Edge - The Ultimate Day Sail in the Bay

Experience the exhilarating ride aboard this impressive high performance catamaran sailing the Bay of Islands.
Ride on the forward trampoline and enjoy the speed sensation of sailing on New Zealand’s fastest commercial sailing catamaran. View the abundant sea life and you may even have the chance to spot dolphins riding the bow wave of the yacht.

Anchor at one of the idyllic islands at lunch time where a traditional kiwi barbeque is provided. Passengers can go ashore and participate in some great island activities, swimming, snorkeling, nature walks, or simply kick back and enjoy the island atmosphere.
Explore NZ The Ultimate Bay of Islands experiences


Explore NZ The Ultimate Bay of Islands experiences
Dune Rider Unique Adventure Tour

Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach
Leaving Paihia we make our way to the Gum digger’s park where ancient Kauri forest was buried thousands of years ago. Moving on we arrive at the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Enjoy breathtaking views that go on forever as you drive along this “highway of the North”. Climb the giant sand dunes and toboggan back down.

Arriving at Cape Reinga you enjoy magnificent sweeping views where the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean meet.
Visit the ‘world famous’ Mangonui Fish shop on the way home and grab the freshest fish and chips as the sea washes gently beneath your feet.

Heading back to Auckland? Check out our great experiences in the City of Sails!


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