Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Cruise, Caves & Snorkelling

Name: Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Cruise, Caves & Snorkelling
Brand: Viator
Price: 82.63 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (62 reviews)

5.0(62)2 hoursEnglishBook 3 hours aheadWhitianga, New Zealand

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At 7.8 metres, Cave Cruzer is the only vessel of its size in Mercury Bay, small enough to navigate inside caves and blowholes larger boats cannot enter, open-topped so nothing blocks your view above.

Two hours along 24 kilometres of protected Coromandel coastline. You will pass Shakespeare Cliff, named by Captain Cook in 1769, and reach Cathedral Cove, Te Hoho Rock, the Sleeping Dragon, and Narnia filming locations, seen from the water.

The tour closes inside Orua, New Zealand's second-largest sea cave. Brian plays music inside so you can hear the acoustics for yourself.

Brian's local knowledge of the geology, Maori history, and marine life of Mercury Bay is what separates this from a boat ride. Optional snorkelling and rock jumping available, subject to conditions.

Included

Snorkel gear
Access to caves and blowholes unreachable by other vessels
Life jackets and safety briefing
Live guided commentary throughout

Not included

Food and beverages
Transport to Whitianga Wharf

What you'll do

Whitianga
Whitianga, New Zealand
Meet the crew at the Cave Cruzer boat, on the floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade. Safety briefing before departure. History of Whitianga while making our way to the sea.
Brian points out the cliff formation Captain Cook named in 1769 and shares the story of how Mercury Bay got its name
The volcanic coastline opens up as you head south.
5 min
Cooks Beach
Cooks Beach, New Zealand
Learn why Captian Cook was sent to New Zealand, and venture inside Cooks Beach Blowhole (subject to conditions).
5 min
The centrepiece of the tour
Iconic rock formations, Narnia film locations, and the famous Te Hoho Rock - seen from the water, the way most visitors never see it.
10 min
Hahei
Hahei, New Zealand
Visit Champagne Bay to see dramatic cave entries and ancient blowholes carved by centuries of wave action. Cave Cruzer goes inside. Other boats cannot.
New Zealand's second-largest sea cave
Brian takes the boat in and plays music so you can hear the acoustics for yourself. Music from here on our return. Then explore inside NZ's second largest Sea Cave "Orua" & experience the amazing acoustics when we play music. Cave Cruzer is the only tour to provide this experience.
10 min
Gemstone Bay
Hahei, New Zealand
Visit Gemstone Bay or the best spot on the day. Gear up and snorkel among fish in the marine reserve, or watch them from the side of the boat.
15 min
Optional rock jumping available here, conditions dependant
5 min
See and pass through our very own "Hole in the Rock"
5 min
Tour concludes
1 min

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

Pickup details

Tour departure times vary, duration approximately 2 hours, check availability online. Check in at the Cave Cruzer boat on floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade, Whitianga Wharf, 15 minutes before departure.

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour departure times vary, duration approximately 2 hours, check availability online.
Check in at the Cave Cruzer boat on floating pontoon, opposite 13 The Esplanade, Whitianga Wharf, 15 minutes before departure.
Snorkelling and rock jumping, route are subject to sea conditions on the day and cannot be guaranteed
Caves and blowhole access is subject to tide and swell conditions
Marine wildlife sightings: dolphins, orca, seals, whales cannot be guaranteed

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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