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Enhance Your Bay of Islands Experience

Scenic Helicopter Flight:

Complete your overnight Bay of Islands experience off with a fantastic 20 minute scenic helicopter flight over the inner islands and out to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. Flights depart each morning from the floating Helipad nestled within the sheltered waters of the Bay. Flights depart approximately 8.00am each morning and include boat transfers to and from Ipipiri. $220.00 per person, minimum 2.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

After returning to Paihia, make the most of your time in the Bay of Islands and explore the region in more detail:

Cruises:

  • Dolphin Eco Encounter Swim with dolphins in their natural environment, a once in a lifetime experience. This is done onboard Tutunui, a vessel especially designed for dolphin viewing and swimming.
  • Dolphin Cruise to Hole in the Rock A half day cruise including including Island stopover and dolphin viewing, traveling through the Hole in the Rock, Cape Brett Lighthouse, informative commentary, beautiful islands and secluded beaches
  • The Original Cream Trip Follow the path of the original Cream Trip with Island deliveries, Hole in the Rock, dolphin viewing, dolphin swimming.
  • R Tucker Thompson a unique tall ship cruise built by local Northlanders in tradition of an 18th century working ship. Full day. Departs from Ipipiri at 9.30am, returning to Paihia at 4pm.

Tours

  • Discover Cape Reinga and 90 Mile Beach. A full day tour including sandboarding down giant sand dunes, Cape Reinga lighthouse, Puketi Kauri Forest, Ancient Kauri kingdom, historical commentary and Maori legends, Ninety Mile Beach and exclusive BBQ lunch
  • Discover Kerikeri. A half day fully guided tour of Kerikeri, showcasing the finest local arts and crafts. Includes Makana Chocolates, Stone Store and Kemp House
  • Discover Hokianga. A full day tour following the original trail from Paihia to the historical Hokianga. Includes a visit to Tane Mahuta
  • Russell Mini Tour. A 1 hour Russell Mini Tour that explores the sights of historical Russell.
  • Eco Experience Kerikeri. A half day full guided tour that enables you to experience the best that Kerikeri offers in renewable and sustainable products and tourism

For more information on cruises and tours or to book visit dolphincruises.co.nz