Bay of Islands Day Trip from Auckland with Hole in the Rock

Set out from Auckland on a small-group day trip combining minibus travel with a cruise to the Hole in the Rock. An English-speaking driver handles the road journey, leaving you free to take in the surroundings.

Itinerary

1. Meet at your pickup point: 08:30 — VR Queen Street - Hotel & Suites, Kiwi International Hotel, Mercure Auckland Queen Street or Cordis Auckland; 08:35 — VR Auckland City, Grand Millennium Auckland or Four Points by Sheraton Auckland; 08:40 — Rydges Auckland, Heritage Auckland, The Grand by SkyCity or SkyCity Auckland; 08:35 — Crowne Plaza Auckland; 08:45 — ibis budget Auckland Central, Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, Voco Auckland City Centre Hotel or JW Marriott Auckland; 08:30 — Pullman Auckland; 08:50 — Adina Apartment Hotel Auckland Britomart, Oaks Auckland Hotel or Mövenpick Hotel Auckland; 08:55 — Hilton Auckland or M Social Auckland; 09:00 — Park Hyatt Auckland, Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour or Swiss-Belsuites Victoria Park.
2. Travel by minibus for 3 hours 30 minutes.
3. Cruise to the Hole in the Rock on a 4-hour 30-minute experience. Admission is included.
4. Travel back by minibus for 3 hours 30 minutes.
5. Return at 22:00, with drop-off arranged with your driver.

What's Included

• Minibus transport
• English-speaking driver
• Admission to the Hole in the Rock cruise

Important details

• This activity is not recommended if you have impaired physical mobility.
• This activity is not recommended if you have certain medical conditions, including high blood pressure or epilepsy. Disclose any special health conditions before taking part.
• The experience is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible. Child seats are not available.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Meals are not included in the listed price. Additional fees also apply; amounts are not specified.
• You may be refused service without a refund if you appear intoxicated.
• Do not feed marine or wild animals or take part in activities that could damage the ecosystem.