Half Day Dolphin Watching Cruise (Departing from Rotorua)
Overview
A half day cruise on our spacious 18 meter 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.
- Chilled regional wines and local beer from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages
- Lunch Boxes (Available at the checkout)
- Transfer Options (Available at the checkout)
Meeting Location
The Strand
Tauranga 3110, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
You will spend the cruise exploring the pristine Bay of Plenty coastline and islands where we will showcase the amazing diversity of marine wildlife including dolphins swimming along side our vessel. Watch seasonal seabirds, penguins, seals, whales, sunfish, school fish, sharks, orca, even turtles! Our dolphin & wildlife cruise is tailored to those wanting a genuine kiwi experience in nature. It’s a story about our human intrigue with amazing marine animals and their habitat. Participate by searching on the large top deck for that once in a lifetime wildlife encounter. We have limited our passenger numbers for comfort and to enable a more personal experience. Our large spacious boat is also ideal for families. The Captain and experienced crew lust to share their marine knowledge with you and will provide fascinating commentary and point out all that they see so you won’t miss a thing. A shared lifetime experience. Don’t forget your camera as we are able to get up close to wildlife, making it a photographer’s dream. You will return to Tauranga by 2:00pm so you will have the rest of the day to explore our beautiful region, the Bay of Plenty, or continue your travels!
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Half Day Dolphin Watching Cruise (Departing from Rotorua). We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022
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Activity code: C-22322P5
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 1 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Half Day Dolphin Watching Cruise (Departing from Rotorua). We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
- This tour 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.
- 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. .
- Chilled regional wines and local beer from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Lunch Boxes (Available at the checkout).
- Transfer Options (Available at the checkout).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half Day Dolphin Watching Cruise (Departing from Rotorua) is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half Day Dolphin Watching Cruise (Departing from Rotorua) will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What'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.
- Chilled regional wines and local beer from our licenced bar and non-alcoholic beverages
- Lunch Boxes (Available at the checkout)
- Transfer Options (Available at the checkout)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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