Bay of Islands (Paihia) Activities

Date posted: April 25, 2012

Swim with the Dolphins 4hr Trip
Swim with the Dolphins
Join us for the ultimate dolphin eco-adventure. If you are looking for a little bit more adventure why not try jumping in the water and swim alongside the dolphins. 

The warm water of the Bay of Islands is the perfect place to give this a try plus we will supply you with snorkels, masks, fins and wetsuits. Swim with them and see the abundance of marine mammals and wildlife the Bay of Islands is famous for.

You will be travelling on a modern high speed luxury boat that is designed specifically for dolphin and whale watching and offers easy access to the water, hot showers and underwater cameras.

Prices start from just $67.00 + booking fee.

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Hole in the Rock Discovery Cruise 4hr
Hole in the Rock Discovery Cruise
Our experienced and knowledgeable crew will welcome you at the wharf in Paihia. There, they will take you on a journey that explores around the Bay’s 144 islands.

The warm water in the Bay of Islands attracts lots of marine mammals such as dolphins and whales throughout the year. The crew will be actively looking out for them to ensure you don’t miss out on the action. Then the boat will cruise pass the Cape Brett Lighthouse before reaching the amazing Hole in the Rock and her guardian. On the way back to Paihia you will stop over at Urupukapuka Island for some rest and refreshment.

Prices start from just $67.00 + booking fee.

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Cape Reinga Off-Road Day Safari
Cape Reinga Off-road day safari cheap activity
Off-road vehicle adventure to Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach.
Service departs daily from Paihia and return the same evening.
Discover scenic Northland on our purpose-built off road vehicle. Visit gumdiggers park, spiritual Cape Reinga, drive along 90 Mile Beach, boogie board down massive sand dunes then stop at Mangonui fish & chip shop. A fun day out for all.

Prices start from just $114.99 + booking fee.

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Hole in the Rock- Speed Boat Adventure 

Ocean Adventure cheap activityExperience some of the Ocean Adventure the Bay on our high speed Rigid Inflatable.

Speed through the open waters and ride waves!Go offshore to capture the excitement of the Cape Brett Peninsula and soak up the adventure.

Cruising among the 144 islands and visit the Cape Brett Peninsula and the iconic ‘Hole in the Rock’.
Enter the amazing Cathedral Cave and hear the fascinating tales of the Bay as told by your skipper and don’t forget to look out for wildlife along the way!

Ocean Adventure has been built for comfort and safety in the open ocean with padded seats and seatbelts.

Prices start from just $79 + booking fee

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