Bay of Plenty Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise from Tauranga

Explore the Bay of Plenty’s open ocean on a shared cruise aboard a purpose-built vessel. Join an experienced crew in search of common dolphins, whales and New Zealand fur seals in their natural habitat.

• Learn about the marine environment through live onboard commentary
• Observe dolphins respectfully under Department of Conservation wildlife regulations

What's Included

• Hot drinks
• Complimentary all-day marina parking

Important details

• Ages under 100 only. Children aged 0–16 require a paying adult companion. Supervise children aged 7 and under at all times.
• Bring valid ID for age verification.
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible and is not recommended if you have mobility constraints.
• Any in-water participation requires an age over 7, confident ocean swimming, reasonable physical fitness and the ability to enter and exit the water independently using a vertical swim ladder.
• Swimming with dolphins is not guaranteed. In-water encounters depend on suitable conditions and wildlife regulations; the skipper may tighten swimming age limits if sea conditions deteriorate.
• Do not bring drones. If you appear intoxicated, you may be refused participation without a refund.
• Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refundable.