Paihia/Russell: Hole in the Rock Cruise with 2 Island Stops From Russell: Hole in the Rock Cruise & 2 Island Stopovers
ID: GYG414836-951538
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Cruise around 144 islands and visit the famous Hole in the Rock on a cruise with transportation from Paihai or Russell. Enjoy two island stopovers, walk to lookout points over the bay, and snorkel.
Travel among the 144 remote islands of New Zealand's renowned Bay of Islands. Enjoy a guided boat tour departing from Paihia and discover some of the most unique sights of this natural destination. Admire the stunning Hole in the Rock and stop to explore one of the islands.
Set sail and surround yourself with the imposing rocky scenery of the Bay of Islands. Keep an eye out for a variety of marine wildlife as you cruise along the coastline. Listen to interesting commentary from your tour guide as they relay the history of the area.
Visit the original landing site of Captain James Cook on Roberton Island. Experience Cathedral Cave on Motukokako Island and the famous Hole in the Rock. If weather permits, you'll even sail through it. Up next, take in the awe-striking Cape Brett Peninsula and its lighthouse.
Stop at one of the islands along the way. Take a short walk toward a lookout point and help feed the schools of fish in the Voluntary Marine Reserve.
Highlights
- Visit the famous Hole In The Rock on Motukokako and possibly travel through
- Cruise among the 144 remote islands taking and learn the history of the bay
- Two Islands Stopovers, with nature walks, snorkelling and the twin lagoons!
- Admire panoramic views of Cape Brett Peninsula and the Cape Brett lighthouse
- Spot unique marine wildlife and native coastal sea birds
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The cruise is subject to weather conditions.
Please wait at the end of the Russell Wharf, next to the booking and information centre
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.