• Duration
    7 hours
  • Category
    CRUISE
  • Location
    Paihia | Russell
  • Operating Season
    October - April
  • Price
    From $225
    Adult
    From $112.50
    Child

Day in the Bay: The Ultimate Bay of Islands Cruise

Highlights:

  • Scenic cruise on board our purpose-built vessel with large viewing decks as we head out to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako
  • Follow the historic Cream Trip route past the unique Black Rocks and Marsden Cross
  • Stop for 1.5 hours at Otehei Bay - swim, walk, hire a kayak (peak season) and refuel at the beachfront Bar & Café
  • Spot dolphins and whales along the way (conditions permitting) With our Marine Mammal Viewing Guarantee you can come again for free if we don't spot any marine mammals during your cruise.*
  • One of only two operators in the Bay of Islands licensed by the Department of Conservation to view Marine Mammals
  • Try your hand at boom-netting, when available^
DAY IN THE BAY CRUISE - ORIGINAL CREAM TRIP
Price
Adult
16+ years
$225
Child
5-15 years | Under 5 yrs travel free
$112.50
Family Pass
2 Adults & 2 Children
$562.50

Your day at a glance

Duration: 7 hours

Depart Paihia or Russell

Head out through the inner islands, following parts of the original Cream Trip route, with informative and entertaining commentary from your crew as you cruise towards Motukōkako, the Hole in the Rock. Keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine wildlife along the way.

Cream Trip route | Motukōkako, the Hole in the Rock | Wildlife spotting

Drive time approx. 2 hrs 15 mins

Otehei Bay stopover, Urupukapuka Island

Free time: Approx. 1.5 hrs

Step ashore and explore Urupukapuka Island at your own pace. Relax on the beach, walk a coastal track, take a swim, or hire a kayak in peak season, then grab a bite to eat or drink from the Otehei Bay Bar & Café.

Swimming | Walking tracks | Kayak hire (peak season) | Café & bar

Depart Otehei Bay

Continue your cruise with a focus on marine mammal encounters, and, time permitting, the unique Black Rocks* and historic Marsden Cross*, plus the chance to try boom-netting.

Marine mammal encounters | Black Rocks | Boom-netting | Marsden Cross*

Drive time approx. 3 hrs 15 mins

Cruising back to Paihia | Russell

*Black Rocks and Marsden Cross are subject to time available based on possible marine mammal encounters along the way.

Combine & Save

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Day in the Bay Cruise + Cape Reinga

Experience two of Northland's must-do adventures, Day in the Bay Cruise and Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach, in one great-value combo...

DAY IN THE BAY CRUISE - ORIGINAL CREAM TRIP
Price
Adult
16+ years
$225
Child
5-15 years | Under 5 yrs travel free
$112.50
Family Pass
2 Adults & 2 Children
$562.50

What's included:

Cruise to Motukōkako - the Hole in the Rock
The historic Cream Trip route

Past the unique Black Rocks and historic Marsden Cross

1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay
Time to explore Urupukapuka Island
Take a swim
Spot wildlife

Licensed by the Department of Conservation to view Marine Mammals

Boom-netting

When available, conditions permitting^

Local crew

Informative and entertaining commentary throughout your cruise

Optional Extras

Kayak hire at Otehei Bay (peak season)

Food & drink from the Otehei Bay Bar & Café

What people are saying

Why choose Fullers Bay of Islands?

  • Licensed to view Marine Mammals

    One of only two operators licensed to view marine mammals in the Bay of Islands

  • Travellers Choice 2024

    Consistently delivering quality experiences with a 4.5/5 rating from over 2.4k reviews

  • Flexible Booking Conditions

    No penalty for changes or cancellations prior to 24 hours of departure

  • Celebrating 125 years in the Bay

    Trusted local operator with experienced and knowledgeable crew

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^Boom-netting is not suitable for children under 5 years old. Children aged 5 to 12 years must be accompanied by an adult to participate.

*Complimentary vouchers issued under the Marine Mammal Viewing Guarantee are valid for 12 months from date of issue. Bookings are subject to availability and on a standby basis. Only valid for original travellers.