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Dolphin & Wildlife Encounters

Early booking recommended
4.6
Excellent
5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 5 hours
Service animals welcome

A half day cruise on our spacious 18 metre vessel with 360° outdoor views.

Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching.

Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand.

Close-up encounters with seasonal marine wildlife – penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, school fish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.


Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.

Photos of a lifetime!

What's included

  • A half day cruise on our spacious 18 metre vessel with 360° outdoor views.
  • Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.

  • Comfortable fully enclosed seating downstairs and a large open sun-deck for wildlife watching.
  • Our friendly, professional Bay Explorer Crew
  • Encounters with penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.

  • Photos of a lifetime!
  • Some of the best marine diversity in New Zealand.


What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Chilled regional wines and local beer from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Specialized infant seats are available

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Location

    Departure point

    Bay Explorer - Dolphin and Wildlife Cruises, The Strand 115, Tauranga, 3110
    Check-in is between 8:30am to 8:45am at the Strand Wharf in Tauranga’s CBD, just opposite Starbucks on The Strand

    End point

    Bay Explorer - Dolphin and Wildlife Cruises, The Strand 115, Tauranga, 3110

    User ratings

    User reviews, 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
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