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Overnight Cruise, Bay of Islands

Experience the wonders of the Bay of Islands with an overnight cruise showcasing the beautiful natural surrounds and fascinating history of this region.

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With over 120 years of local knowledge and experience, our passionate crew is looking forward to sharing with you the breathtaking region that is the Bay of Islands.

Regarded as the birthplace of New Zealand, your cruise will follow this historical and cultural path from the arrival of Maori and Europeans to the region, to the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 and beyond.

With 144 islands and abundant marine and bird life, the Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s finest sub-tropical maritime parks - stunning during the day, and unforgettable at night.

Surround yourself with nature, immerse yourself in history and treat yourself to a truly unique night of style.

Check in daily at 12.30pm and returning at 10.30am Paihia the following morning, each cruise will include full commentary on the history, environment and some of the Bay of Islands most spectacular landmarks. From Kupe, the very first voyager and Maori to discover New Zealand over 1,000 years ago, to the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, Northland brings together the unique culture and history of the original Maori and European settlers of New Zealand.

With some of the warmest waters in New Zealand the Bay of Islands is home to an abundance of marine life which features dolphins, whales, seals and penguins.

Special Offers

Special Waitangi Cruise

Join the team on board Ipipiri for a special Waitangi celebrations overnight cruise.

Book Date: From now until 5th Feb, 2012
Travel Date: 5th of Feb 2012


Midweek Special

Cruise midweek and SAVE!

Book Date: Now until 30 April 2012
Travel Date: Now until 30 April 2012


Weekend Special

Cruise the weekend and SAVE $$$!

Book Date: Now until 30 April 2012
Travel Date: Now until 30 April 2012


Whangaroa 2 night cruise

Whangaroa 2 night cruise

Book Date: Now until 28th Jan and 21st April 2012
Travel Date: 28th Jan and 21st April 2012


The Ultimate War and Peace Overnight dive experience

Join the team from Dive Ops on board Ipipiri for a unique cruise and dive experience taking in both the Cavalli islands and the Bay of islands .

Book Date: Now Until April 27th 2012
Travel Date: 19th Jan , 25th March ,28th April 2012


Midweek / Weekend Fishing

Join us on board Ipipiri for your overnight stay and also go fishing with a local bay of islands charter company in the morning to land the big one.

Book Date: Now until 30 April 2012
Travel Date: Now until 30 April 2012