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Whitianga: Cathedral Cove 2 Hour Boat Cruise

4.8  / 5
193 reviews
Activity provider:Ocean Leopard Tours
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Whitianga: Cathedral Cove 2 Hour Boat Cruise

Activity provider:Ocean Leopard Tours
4.8  / 5
193 reviews
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From US$ 77.91 per person

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Explore 12 km of rugged volcanic coastline in Mercury Bay, visiting nearby islands and stunning beaches including Lonely Bay, Cooks Beach, and the spectacular Cathedral Cove. Admire the bay’s towering pinnacles, giant blowholes, and huge sea caves.

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Duration 2 hours
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Experience

Highlights
  • Cruise to the world-famous Cathedral Cove
  • Listen to entertaining live commentary from your local guide
  • Explore the coastline and see giant blowholes, pinnacles and huge sea caves
  • Keep a lookout for dolphins, whales or orcas
Full description
Based in Whitianga, this scenic boat cruise showcases Mercury Bay’s stunning coastal paradise at its very best. Embark on a 2-hour journey across the rugged volcanic shores of the bay and explore its beautiful beaches including Hahei and Lonely Bay. The highlight of the tour is the world-famous Cathedral Cove at Te Whanganui a Hei Marine Reserve. The site has a rich Maori heritage, attracts around 150,000 visitors per year, and was used as a filming location for the blockbuster movie Narnia. Sit back and relax as you sail around the bay, and marvel at its stunning natural landscapes that stretch across the peninsula. Along the way, listen to your guide share entertaining live commentary about the bay and the wildlife that lives here. Make sure to keep an eye on the water too, as there's always a chance to see dolphins, whales and orcas in their natural habitat.
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  • 2-hour scenic cruise
  • Cathedral Cove viewing
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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All tours depart from the Whitianga Wharf, Esplanade - 14 Esplanade, Whitianga 3510, New Zealand - Be sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. Most often our yellow and black tour boat will be parked on the jetty. If the skipper/captain is on the boat you may head down the ramp and embark, however if nobody is in attendance please wait for them to return so you may be seated.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Towel
  • Jacket
  • Camera

Know before you go

  • Make sure you bring refreshments, a warm jacket, camera/binoculars, sunhat and sunscreen
  • Be sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure
  • If you plan on swimming or snorkelling wear your swimwear under your clothing and bring a towel
  • To give you maximum time in the water we discourage the use of wetsuits
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4.8 /5

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  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
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Fantastic boat trip, the guide was very knowledgeable, no need to go on the opposition's boat (glass boat) as the water is so clear in the reserve marina you look over the side and can see the fish! The boat trip was worth every cent and more. Would highly recommend.

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Justin at the helm was knowledgable friendly supportive and the ultimate professional. He handled all the passengers and their various questions and needs brilliantly. Perfect tour to do ... see the sights ... hear the history .... feed the fish ... then swim and snorkel with them. Justin was bread and born on this coast and will share his boy to man story’s with you of his adventures. I think he might be a merman

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