Day Cruise & Island Tour - Snorkel/Wildlife/Paddleboard/Islands

Bay of Islands Half Day Cruise & Island Tour.

Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands!

Locally owned and operated, with a passion for sharing our beautiful area.

Suitable for all ages, families, solo travellers and couples...experience it all!
• Two remote island stopovers
• Native bush walks and 360 degree views from the island lookout points
• Snorkel unfrequented island reefs
• Try stand-up paddle boarding
• Lookout for unique wildlife throughout the day
• Interactive commentary and information
• Scenic cruising among 144 subtropical islandsThere's no better way to spend the day....join us for a 3.5hr Cruise and Island Tour

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Bay of Islands, Bay of Islands, Northland Region, North Island

• Meeting at the Salt Air Office (Next to the Paihia Wharf) at 3.20pm, for our 3.30pm departure. Our crew will greet you and welcome you on board for the day
• Take a seat as we begin cruising the sheltered coastline towards the outer islands
• Keep and eye out for local wildlife as your skipper and crew will point out local hot-spots and provide plenty of history and information about the area. 
• Our first stop is Roberton Island (also known as the famous Twin Lagoons) where we disembark and take a 10 minute walk amongst native flora and fauna to the island lookout point - a breathtaking 360 degree view of the Bay of Islands.
• Take some time exploring the tidal lagoons, or take relax on this secluded island before making your way back on board the boat. 
• Our tour continues as we cruise among the 144 islands the bay has to offer. Keep an eye out for marine life and unique shore birds that live in the area - sometimes we are lucky enough to spot dolphins and a variety of other wildlife throughout the day!! 
• Arriving at our second island stop, we begin our activities....all equipment is available for you to discover the underwater reefs with snorkelling gear provided, and opportunities to give Stand-up Paddleboarding a try.
• Take a walk along one of the island trails, enjoy a swim or relax on the unfrequented beaches in the warmth of the sun....some days, you can even try fresh NZ Kina (seafood)  - there are options for everyone. 
• After our time on the second island, we begin our cruise back home through the islands following the coastline back into Paihia. 
• Whether you are a solo traveller, a couple on a honeymoon, or a family on vacation, your visit to the Bay of Islands isn't complete until you have experienced our Afternoon Cruise & Island Tour

Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Suitable for families, couples and solo travellers"
"Suitable for all ages"
"Please bring a swimsuit & towel"
"Minimum numbers apply. (6 people) There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Water and something to eat is recommended."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: 1: Island Getaway Tours, 69 Marsden Road, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
2: Russell Wharf, Russell, Bay of Islands, 27 The Strand, Russell 0202, New Zealand

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Small group tours
• Scenic Cruise among 144 Islands
• Two remote island stopovers
• Swim, Snorkel and relax (all equipment provided)
• Wildlife spotting, commentary and information throughout the day
• Stand-up Paddleboarding (all equipment provided)
• A truly personalised, local experience

Not Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Facilities