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Dolphin Eco Cruise – Bay of Islands Wildlife & Island Experience

Dolphin Eco Cruise Bay of Islands

Explore Urupukapuka Island, spot native wildlife and enjoy a scenic marine wildlife cruise from Paihia or Russell

Dolphin Eco Cruise – Bay of Islands Wildlife & Island Experience Highlights

  • Get up to 10% cashback when you book with us!
  • 4.5-hour scenic cruise through the Bay of Islands
  • Opportunity to spot dolphins, whales, seals, birdlife and other marine wildlife
  • Marine mammal viewing guarantee — come back for free if no marine mammals are spotted
  • Live commentary from the skipper
  • 1.5-hour stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island
  • Time to explore walking tracks and spot reintroduced native wildlife
  • Opportunity to swim or snorkel at Otehei Bay
  • Kayak hire available during peak season
  • Toilets onboard
  • Department of Conservation licensed marine mammal viewing

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cruise departs from both Paihia and Russell, with departures from Paihia at 11:30am and Russell at 11:40am.

Please check in at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

No. Swimming with dolphins is not permitted due to marine mammal interaction restrictions. You can swim or snorkel during the stop at Otehei Bay instead.

Yes. Children aged 5–15 can travel, while children under 5 travel free. Infants under 5 must still be included in the booking because of vessel capacity, and children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

ress for the weather and bring flat-soled shoes, a jacket, hat and sunscreen or sunhat. If you plan to swim or snorkel at Otehei Bay, bring swimwear and a towel.

Cancellations made more than 24 hours before departure are fully refundable. Bookings cancelled within 24 hours of departure or no-shows are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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A Refundable Booking is available at checkout. This will provide 100% refund for one of the many reasons included via our terms - including adverse weather, sickness or delays with transport.

All customer cancellation & refund requests are also subject to our website’s own refund conditions.


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Explore Group NZ
69 Marsden Road, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
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