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Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga

4.7(94 reviews)
5 hours
From $102.43
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Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
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About This Tour

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.

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Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga
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What's Included

A half day cruise on our spacious 18 metre vessel with 360° outdoor views.
Close-up encounters-penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.

Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.

Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching.
Our friendly, professional Bay Explorer Crew
Photos of a lifetime!
Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand.


What's Not Included

Pick Up & Return Transfer (Optional)
Lunch Box (Optional)
Cold beer and chilled regional wines from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages

Additional Information

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

Meeting Point

Departure Point: 120 The Strand, Tauranga (Waterfront Jetty across from Starbucks Cafe) Check in is between 8.30am amd 8.45am Return point: Returns to original departure point .

Special Instructions

• Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

Tour Operator

Bay Explorer

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Guest Ratings

Based on 94 verified reviews

4.7

Average rating

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