From Tauranga: Half-Day Wild Dolphin Encounter
Embark on an outdoor adventure from Tauranga and admire wild common dolphins from the boat and, in some cases, get in the water with these beautiful creatures.
Highlights
- Encounter dolphins and marine wildlife in the South Pacific Ocean
- Discover the abundant marine life
- Listen to live commentary from our expert crew
- Enjoy complimentary teas and coffee
- Learn about the marine environment, dolphins and marine wildlife curiosities
Description
Join us for a memorable day out at sea, encountering wild dolphins in the Bay of Plenty. This is a trip of a lifetime, where we often encounter little blue penguins, different species of whales, seals, orcas, and the stars of the tour: the common dolphins.
The populations we have around the Bay of Plenty are very curious and playful, and they often like to hang around the boat and watch us while we watch them. In some cases (around 70% of our trips), we allow guests to enter the water with these animals, as we are one of only a few vessels permitted by the Department of Conservation (DOC) to offer this experience in the Bay of Plenty. Whether guests are able to enter the water depends on several factors, including weather conditions, the behaviour of the dolphins, and the presence of juveniles within the pod.
We can take up to 8 people in the water at a time, holding onto the swim bars while the boat moves slowly. It is a magical experience to be in the water with these incredible creatures, and this is the only way to keep up with them, as they can swim at speeds of up to 25 km/h.
Our expert crew and wildlife guides will ensure your trip with us is a fantastic experience and a highlight of your visit to the region.
Includes
- Boat cruise
- Live commentary
- Professional guides
- Tea, coffee, and fruit
- Shaded area on the boat
- Free parking
- Snorkel gear
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch is not provided
Important Information
- All trips are subject to weather and minimum booking numbers, the tour is confirmed 5pm on the day before the trip. If the tour is cancelled due to weather, a full refund will be issued You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You will receive a full refund if the cancellation is due to force majeure or if we have to cancel the tour for any reason Only confident and capable swimmers can get in the water, no exception Not recommended for travellers with mobility constraints This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 passengers per trip This is a genuine wildlife experience, dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed. If dolphins are not found, we will provide you with a complimentary return trip with no expiry date, allowing you to join us again free of charge
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
