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Ocean Adventure - Fast Boat to Hole in the Rock

Highlights

Experience the open-air thrill of this new purpose-built boat travelling to the Hole in the Rock
Visit Cape Brett and the iconic Hole in the Rock – travelling through the hole when conditions permit
Enter Cathedral Cave when conditions allow
Cruise among the 144 islands with a skipper commentary
Stop for photo and video opportunities to view different wildlife

On board this new vessel, we’ll depart on this fast-track experience through the iconic Bay of Islands stopping at points of interest and keeping an eye out for a range of seabirds and wildlife along the way.

You’ll also get to visit the world-famous Hole in the Rock situated at the end of Cape Brett Peninsula, as well as cruising through the breath-taking 114 islands area.

Join the team on board Ocean Adventure for this phenomenal way to explore the Bay of Islands.

Adult $150.00 (Aged 16+)

Child $75.00 (Aged 7-15 years)

What's included

Life jackets and Wet Weather Jackets Provided.
Skipper Commentary

Duration

Allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience

Location

Check in 30 minutes prior to departure at the Maritime Building - 69 Marsden Road
Paihia 2020

Restrictions

Minimum age: 7
Passengers must not exceed a weight of 120kg.
Passengers who are pregnant must not attempt this cruise.
Passengers who have back issues should not attempt this cruise.
As being able to hold on at all times is important there are times where due to certain sea conditions, actual or forecasted a height restriction of 150cm may be imposed.
Children under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Notes

Russell passengers will need to travel to Paihia for this departure and safety briefing as required by Maritime Law.
Child price applies to ages 7-15 years.
This adventure involves travelling across open ocean, at times there may be rough sea, all medical conditions affected by sudden movements including back ailments and pregnancy must be disclosed before departure.
Discount bookings are Non-Transferable and Non-refundable.
Please Note:
The vessel/trip is a high-speed excursion the Hole in the Rock in 90 minutes, the adventure is operated under Maritime NZ law and guidelines which require some strict operating parameters to be in place, please see the following as we want you to have a great time on this adventure excursion but also ensuring that it is safe for you and your family.
The maximum weight is 120kg per person, this is the maximum weight the specially designed seats are rated for, please note we weigh all passengers as for operating procedures we require a total weight of all guests onboard.
As being able to hold on at all times is important there are times where due to certain sea conditions, actual or forecasted a height restriction of 150cm may be imposed.
If you have had or prior or currently have back, neck or head injuries, heart conditions, osteoporosis or any other medical conditions including the use of steroid medication or stress-relieving medication please ensure that this is disclosed to the Explore team before departure to ensure that you are suitable for travel. As part of this, we require all passengers to sign a passenger declaration form that they have read and understood these conditions.

Available Bookings from2 Mar to 15 Mar 2026

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Lucia Poveda from Spain wrote on 27 February 2026

Amazing experience

We had an amazing experience. The views were breathtaking, very interesting stories and explanation, and we also got to see dolphins!

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quinz from New Zealand wrote on 26 January 2026

Thrilling -exciting -

We had a fabulous time weather was not the best but we had fun. The skipper- was 👍🏽 we were well informed before our trip. Respect and appreciated that health and safety was paramount at all times. Did not get to hole in the rock but had a very informed trip. Will definitely do it again thanks team.

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Nicola Morrow from New Zealand wrote on 10 January 2026

Awesome arvo spin on the water

Awesome ride so much fun totally loved it. Great vibes and playlist with the music too really added to the experience! Lady skipper was awesome too! so cool to see a lady in charge :)

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Georgia Sherwood from New Zealand wrote on 07 January 2026

Great experience!

Great experience would definitely do it again!

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Johanna Simeon from New Zealand wrote on 02 January 2026

Great

Great staff and great experience. Would recommend

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