• Duration
    Over 2 Days
  • Category
    TOUR
  • Location
    Paihia
  • Operating Season
    October - April
  • Price
    From $360
    Adult
    From $180
    Child

Day in the Bay Cruise + Cape Reinga

Experience two of Northland's must-do adventures and save 20% when you book them together.

Spend one day cruising the Bay of Islands on our Day in the Bay Cruise, then experience Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach on a separate full-day tour.

Choose when you experience each tour during your time in the Bay of Islands.

 

Highlights:

  • Two Bay of Islands favourites in one discounted package
  • Cruise through the inner islands to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako
  • Follow parts of the historic Cream Trip route, past Black Rocks and Marsden Cross
  • Spot dolphins and whales (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
  • Journey along Ninety Mile Beach to Cape Reinga, the top of the North Island
  • Option to sand-board down the dunes, conditions permitting²
COMBO DEAL: DAY IN THE BAY CRUISE + CAPE REINGA & NINETY MILE BEACH
Price
Adult
16+ years
From $360
Child
5-15 years | Under 5 years free
From $180
CRUISE

Day in the Bay: The Ultimate Bay of Islands Cruise

Take on the Bay of Islands' most comprehensive day cruise, cruise to the iconic Hole in the Rock, follow the historic Cream Trip route, stop off at Otehei Bay, and try your hand at boom-netting, all in one unforgettable trip...

Full Day Guided Tour with lunch
TOUR

Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach

Journey to the very tip of the North Island and travel along Ninety Mile Beach on our unforgettable full-day tour, taking in Cape Reinga Lighthouse and the option to sand-board along the way...

Your two experiences

Two full-day experiences with the flexibility to choose your dates. Book them back-to-back or spread them across your stay.

Day in the Bay Cruise

Full-Day Cruise | Duration Approx. 7 Hours

Depart Paihia or Russell

Cruise through the inner islands with informative, entertaining commentary from your crew.

Motukōkako, the Hole in the Rock

Take in the scenery as you cruise out to the famous Hole in the Rock.

Otehei Bay stopover

1.5 hours to swim, walk or hire a kayak, with food and drink from the Bar & Café.

The historic Cream Trip route

Cruise back past the unique Black Rocks and historic Marsden Cross, with the chance to try boom-netting when available.¹

Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach 

Full-Day Coach Tour | Duration Approx. 11 Hours

Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach

Depart Paihia by purpose-built coach, with informative and entertaining commentary from your driver throughout.

Te Oneroa-a-Tōhe, Ninety Mile Beach

Travel along the sand-swept shore, weather and tide conditions permitting.

Sand-boarding

Option to sand-board down the dunes, conditions permitting.²

Cape Reinga Lighthouse

Stand at the top of the North Island and enjoy a picnic lunch³ as part of your tour.

COMBO DEAL: DAY IN THE BAY CRUISE + CAPE REINGA & NINETY MILE BEACH
Price
Adult
16+ years
From $360
Child
5-15 years | Under 5 years free
From $180

What's Included

Day in the Bay Cruise, full-day experience
Cape Reinga & Ninety Mile Beach Tour, full-day experience
Cruise to Motukōkako, the Hole in the Rock
The historic Cream Trip route
1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay
Journey along Ninety Mile Beach
Cape Reinga Lighthouse
Picnic lunch (Cape Reinga tour)³

Optional Extras

Kayak hire at Otehei Bay, Day in the Bay Cruise

Food & drink from the Otehei Bay Bar & Café, Day in the Bay Cruise

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

Our other combos...

Save up to 20%
TOUR

Hole in the Rock + Cape Reinga

Combine our iconic Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise with the must-do Cape Reinga Day Tour and enjoy two of the best.

TOUR

Hole in the Rock + Russell Mini Tour

Experience two Bay of Islands favourites in one great-value combo, cruise to the iconic Hole in the Rock, then explore Russell's history on an hour-long guided tour...

¹Boom-netting is not suitable for children under 5 years old. Children aged 5 to 12 years must be accompanied by an adult to participate.

²Sand-boarding is not suitable for children under 8 years old. Sand-boarding and travel along Ninety Mile Beach are subject to tides and weather conditions on the day and are not guaranteed.

³Please confirm your lunch selection at time of booking. Reservations made after 3pm on the day prior to travel will receive a vegetarian lunch pack, being the default option.

*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.