Get right up close to dolphins, whales & more on Tauranga’s largest wildlife watching vessel.
Tauranga Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise
15% discount when booking direct. Use discount code NZON23.
Enter nature and wide open spaces on a Bay Explorer dolphin & wildlife cruise. Join us for a shared lifetime experience and help protect wild marine animals.
Departing at 9am and returning by 2pm – 3pm
Your half day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise begins as you’re welcomed aboard the Bay Explorer at Tauranga waterfront jetty. You will spend the cruise exploring the pristine Bay of Plenty coastline and islands, where we will showcase the amazing diversity of Tauranga’s marine wildlife. With dolphins swimming alongside our vessel, it’s the best way to see dolphins in Tauranga. Watch seasonal seabirds, penguins, seals, whales, sunfish, school fish, sharks, orca… even turtles!
Tour Includes:
- A 5 – 6 hour dolphin & wildlife watching 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 – dolphins, whales, penguins, seals, sunfish, school fish, seabirds, sharks, turtles and orca.
- Cold beer and chilled regional wines from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages (Eftpos available).
- Food options, or bring your own lunch and snacks.
- Onboard commentary and references with facts on the Bay and local marine wildlife.
- Our friendly, professional Bay Explorer Crew
- Photos of a lifetime!
Bay Explorer also offers:
- Tauranga Scenic Harbour Cruise
- Tailored private charters for Corporate Functions, Work Cruises, Private Celebrations, Xmas Cruises, Birthdays, etc.
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