Cruises Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopover Multilingual options available

Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopover

See some of the Bay’s island highlights on this unforgettable cruise

Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopover

Adult ($ nz)

107.00

Child ($ nz)

53.50

Duration

4 hours

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Overview

Explore the scenic beauty of the Bay on a half-day cruise, including an island visit. During your cruise you’ll make your way through the islands, learning about their history and the wildlife that calls them home.

Tour description

See some of the Bay of Islands’ most scenic highlights on a four-hour cruise around its sheltered waters. Set off from Paihia or Russell and enjoy the scenic views of secluded islands with their white sand beaches and native forest as you cruise past them.

Highlights
See the Hole in the Rock
Island stopover
Free Russell/Paihia ferry ticket
Informative commentary
Friendly, local crew

During your cruise you’ll travel out along the Cape Brett Peninsula to the historic lighthouse at its end, and see the famous Hole in the Rock at Motukokako Island. If conditions permit, your skipper will take the boat right through the hole!

You’ll also spend some time on the island of the day – we’ll pick the best of the bunch for you to explore, depending on the conditions. Choose to relax on the beach or take a stroll and drink in the views of this breathtaking region.

Useful Info

  • DEPARTS FROM:

    Paihia Wharf or Russell Wharf

  • BRING:

    Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and your camera.

  • HEAR:

    A full commentary provided by the skipper. Printed multilingual maps available in Chinese, Japanese and German.

  • EAT:

    You can buy cold drinks and snacks on board.

Timetable

MORNING Departs Returns
Paihia 9:00 am 1:00 pm
Russell 9:10 am 12:50 pm
AFTERNOON Departs Returns
Paihia 1:30 pm 5:30 pm
Russell 1:40 pm 5:20 pm

Easy Cancellation

Cancel or change your booking any time before 6pm on the day before departure  - no cancellation fees!

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Reviews

"The captain was extremely knowledgeable and the crew very helpful especially on the roughest stretch. The Hole in the Rock was amazing as was the island visit. Good trip. Stop off at Russell and catch the ferry back!"

Excellent Tour

October 2017
awalsc2, Tripadvisor

"Our captain was great, very informative with a great sense of humour, he gave a good commentary at all the islands we stopped at. The cruise was excellent and going through the Hole in the Rock was an incredible experience."

Great Day Out In The Bay

September 2017
cranslag, Tripadvisor

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  • Day 1

    Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopover

    Discover the scenic beauty of the Bay on a half-day cruise and step off the boat for an enjoyable island stopover. Explore an isolated island, soaking in the magnificent views of the Bay.

  • Day 2

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Double Dip with Island Stopover

Combo Deal

Double Dip with Island Stopover

Choose our popular Double Dip but swap your dolphin watching cruise for a four-hour Hole in the Rock cruise including an island stopover. Then explore the top of the North Island with a day tour to beautiful Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach.

Hole in the Rock with Island Stopover + Cape Reinga + Russell Passenger Ferry

Adult

$269.5

$208.00

Child

$134.7

$104.00

Save

$61.5

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