Take in the views of the Bay of Islands on a cruise to The Hole in the Rock from Paihia or Russell. Spot dolphins, whales, and other marine wildlife, and enjoy a 1.5-hour island stop to swim and walk.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 4.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Optional audio guide
- Chinese, French, German
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
Fantastic half day trip to the Hole-in-the-Rock. The boat had plenty of space, inside and out, great for taking photos and viewing the scenery. We were thrilled to be able to sail through the rock on our day and even more so when a pod of dolphins joined us on the way back to port. It was nice to have the break on the island too so that we could take a dip and enjoy a cold beer! Crew and skipper were great, very informative and friendly. I would highly recommend this trip and company.
It was awesome going through the hole in the book - well worth the trip
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What to bring
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Waterproof camera
- Biodegradable sunscreen
- Jacket
Know before you go
- Snacks and a licensed bar are available onboard or enjoy our menu at the stunningly located Otehei Bar Café and Bar on Urupukapuka Island
- This tour operator is licensed by the Department of Conservation to view marine mammals, including Bottlenose Dolphins
- The trip through the Hole in the Rock may be not be possible due to weather conditions