The Rock adventure day cruise
Get picked up at 8.15am at the Paihia Wharf by our sea shuttle, who will take you on a smooth cruise to a remote and quiet bay where The Rock has been anchored overnight. After arrival and a quick safety briefing, we haul anchor and get underway for an exploration of the islands.
Kayaking, snorkeling, gathering fresh sea food, exploring WWII remains, hiking across islands, enjoying stunning vantage points and visiting ancient Maori fortifications. If conditions allow, we’ll gather mussels from the kelp-covered outer reefs to enjoy on the way home (along with the unique experience of eating sea urchins raw if you’re brave enough).
You will have time to enjoy the remote beaches - perfect for a game of beach cricket or volley ball.
On the homeward cruise, you'll enjoy those mussels, freshly steamed, and watch out for the abundant marine and bird life…hopefully you can even see dolphins before arriving back at Paihia wharf at approximately 3.00pm.
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Additional features
Do this because
- Come aboard The Rock for an action-packed, scenic tour of the Bay of Islands
- Enjoy six hours of non-stop cruising and adventure
- Discover snorkeling, kayaking, island walks, a buffet lunch and much more!
Important to know
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before start of tour
- Please bring: towel, swimwear, suncream, warm jacket (NZ weather can change very quickly), light footwear, cash or card (we use EFTPOS)
Cancellation policy
Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.
What’s included
- 6 hour guided boat cruise
- Snorkeling and kayaking equipment
- Seafood lunch
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Provider
The Rock Adventure Cruise
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