Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland

Jump aboard a catamaran to Cape Brett Lighthouse and the Hole in the Rock on Motukokako Island. It's the Bay of Islands' most popular cruise!

Departing Auckland, you'll head north over the Auckland Harbour Bridge and enjoy spectacular rural and coastal scenery en route to the Bay of Islands. On arrival in the Bay, you'll visit the Waitangi Treaty House and grounds, and see a traditional Maori meeting house and a huge waka (war canoe).

You'll then experience the Hole in the Rock from the water: a sightseeing cruise by high-speed catamaran across the waves. Bring your camera to capture the marvelous scenery and variety of wildlife including whales, seals, dolphins, penguins and other marine life.

Schedule details

Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland

Departure Dates:

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Departure Point:

Tour departs from Quay Street, Auckland and selected central city Auckland hotels

Departure Time:

• 7:15am

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Return Details:

Returns to original departure point 8:15pm

Pricing information

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Tour options:

Additional information

Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise departs Auckland

Inclusions:

• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Transport by air-conditioned coach
• Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" cruise
• Waitangi Treaty House entrance
• Picnic lunch (if option selected at time of booking)
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

• Drinks

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Departures and itineraries may be subject to sea and weather conditions.
• The traveling time between Auckland and the Bay of Islands is approximately 4 hours each way.

Itinerary:

Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" Cruise:
At 1:15pm board the most popular cruise in the Bay of Islands. The modern high speed catamaran escorts you in comfort around the Bay, past sandy beaches, rocky outcrops and the many varied island landscapes as you make your way out to the Cape Brett Lighthouse.

You will then pass through the famous Cape Brett "Hole in the Rock" at Motukokako Island and on to view the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave.

The crew share with you local history and ecology and you will often see a variety of marine wildlife including Whales, Seals, Dolphins, Penguins, and other sea and bird life.

This cruise has exclusive commercial landing rights at Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island. You can swim and snorkel in the safety of Otehei Bay or relax on the beach and take in the magic of the island.

Returning to Paihia to rejoin the coach for return journey to Auckland at 4:30pm.

Local Operator Information:

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