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From Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Cruise with Snorkeling

4.9  / 583 reviews
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From Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Cruise with Snorkeling
4.9  / 583 reviews
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Enjoy a cruise to Cathedral Cove from Whitianga and explore areas most other boats can't access. Discover hidden coves, venture inside caves, and participate in optional snorkeling and rock jumps.

About this activity

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Brett – Australia

Brian was a fantastic & knowledgeable guide who made the trip memorable!

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Brett – Australia
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Sheel Raj – United States

We had fun every single minute of the tour. Brian was very knowledgeable and funny. Definitely worth the money given the fun we had and the number of spots he covered.

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Sheel Raj – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • Take in amazing panoramic views of Cathedral Cove
  • Explore ancient blowholes & caves along stunning coastline
  • Be mesmerised by the huge Orua Sea cave & enjoy unique entertainment
  • Venture deep inside Whale cave
  • Keep an eye out for marine life and enjoy a spot of snorkeling

Full description

Cave Cruzer 7.8 metres, the only vessel this size able to navigate inside small caves, giant blowholes & caves. Dedicated to explore more spots only accessible by boat over 24kms, getting you closer, for the best unique, unimpeded (no roof) photos & views of wildlife in the Marine Reserve & majestic, volcanic, coastal views possible on the day. See Cathedral Cove, Shakespeare Cliff, Lonely Bay, Cooks & Hahei beaches & more. The only tour with music to experience the acoustics of New Zealand's 2nd largest sea cave, Orua. The prefect mix of time for pictures, local history & geological info. Optional Rock jumping & Snorkel (10mins approx.) amongst the fish or just view over the side.

Includes

  • Snorkel gear
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • Children under 2 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Date

Meeting point

Please check in at the "Cave Cruzer" boat on the Whitianga Wharf 15 minutes before the departure time. Opposite #13 The Esplanade.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Not suitable for children under 10kgs (22lbs)
  • No lap sitting possible

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 83 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
  • Service
    5/5

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Brett – AustraliaJanuary 5, 2025  – Verified booking
Brian was a fantastic & knowledgeable guide who made the trip memorable!
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Sheel Raj – United StatesJanuary 2, 2025  – Verified booking
We had fun every single minute of the tour. Brian was very knowledgeable and funny. Definitely worth the money given the fun we had and the number of spots he covered.
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Owen – United KingdomDecember 21, 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide was very engaging witty and knowledgable The thrills ride absoloutely luved up to all expectations
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Product ID: 415081

Activity provider:Cave Cruzer Boat Tours

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