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
Languages spoken by guide
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, 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, Tauranga, 3110
User ratings
4.3Very good(3 reviews)
Good value
4.3
Facilities
4.0
Quality of service
4.3
Ease of access
4.3
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