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Half Day Bay of Islands Activity Expedition - Albatross. V Expeditions

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A true Kiwi experience around the stunning Bay of Islands!

A true Kiwi experience around the stunning Bay of Islands!

Join us for the ultimate kiwi experience of the Bay of Islands on this half-day cruise packed with exploration, fun, and adventure in one of the world’s most treasured marine destinations.

Sit back, relax and enjoy a lighthearted commentary on this amazing marine haven from your friendly guide as we cruise the pristine waters of this gorgeous location.

We’ll arrive at a beautiful protected island where you’ll have the opportunity to do a range of fun activities including:

Amazing snorkelling in the pristine bay waters

Rope swing your way onto the leaders board

Learn to paddle board

Swimming

Sunbathe on the deck of the Albatross or on the inviting sandy shores

Enjoy an explorative Island Walk

Build a sandcastle

Simply relax and take in the tranquil surrounds

We also offer a range of family friendly activities making this the ultimate outdoors family adventure!

A fantastic opportunity to get up close an personal to the local marine life including gannets diving, penguins, bird life, and occasionally the odd whale! You may even be lucky enough to meet our local dolphins if they decide to ride the Albatross’s bow wave, so don't forget you camera!

 

***Now offering complimentary Paihia to Russel return ferry transfers for the summer (1 October - 15 May)

Regular passenger ferry services on the Bay Belle ferry service operated by Great Sights Bay of Islands. Ferry crossings take approximately 15 minutes. Transfer tickets and information will be sent to you by the operator once they have received your booking.

Drop-off at Waitangi available on request (10am & 3pm sailings from Russell only)

Adult $115.00
Child $60.00

Duration

  • Allow approximately 4 hours duration for the whole experience

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • We have a basic range of wetsuits/masks/snorkels/Hire towels available but you are most welcome to bring your own.
  • Infants up to 5 years travel free of charge. You can select an infant ticket as your proceed through the check out.

    Departure Location: Departs 11am from Russell Wharf

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Suzanne from France wrote on 27 December 2018

Great half day out

Perfect excursion: nice day, really nice staff, great activities and even dolphins coming for our boat.

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Thanks for the review, so great you had a good time.

stephen from New Zealand wrote on 27 December 2018

Great trip

Trip was great - the crew were fantastic and the island spot was beautiful. Dolphins on the way back were icing on the cake :)

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Hey Stephen, Cheers for the review we are so glad you enjoyed the trip.

Angel from New Zealand wrote on 05 March 2018

The best way to spend your day.

Staff is very friendly & the experience was great. Definitely will be coming back.

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Sultana from New Zealand wrote on 25 October 2018

Horrible experience

We booked it around 1 week ago. We went to paihia from Hamilton. And they just called me on the day at 8:30 to let me know that they have cancelled it due to short number of people. they didn't bother to let us know at least a day before. All other cruise leave at 9 O'clock in the morning. So I had to wait till 2 for another cruise with other company. We have reached hamilton after midnight. My 8 months old was so tired. It has ruined our day. I will never book anything with them.

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Sharon Zandehbizadeh from New Zealand wrote on 27 February 2018

Fantastic day out

Great activities laid back staff lots of fun

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