Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Thrilling Boat Tour, Caves & Snorkeling

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Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Thrilling Boat Tour, Caves & Snorkeling
20255 ⏱ 2 hours ⭐ Top Rated 👨‍👥 53 booked recently
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Price
$89/person
Duration
2 hours
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Category
20255
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Difficulty
Easy to Moderate

About This Experience

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. Between stops, Brian opens the throttle. You will cover 24 kilometres of protected Coromandel coastline at speed. Cave Cruzer goes inside the ancient blowholes and cave systems that line the route. Other boats do not. Cathedral Cove is the centrepiece, Te Hoho Rock, the Sleeping Dragon, Narnia filming locations, seen from the water. Further along, Whale Cave and the hole in the rock at Poikeke Island are landmarks that only make sense from the water. The tour heads inside Orua, New Zealand's second-largest sea cave, where Brian plays music so you can hear what 700 cubic metres of rock does to sound. Optional snorkelling and rock jumping available, subject to conditions.

What's Included

Included
  • Professional guide
  • All entrance fees
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Small group experience
Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals unless specified

What to Expect

Arrival
Check in and receive your welcome pack with all necessary equipment.
Briefing
Safety briefing and introduction to the activity from your instructor.
Main
The core experience — immerse yourself fully in the activity.
Break
Short break for refreshments and to capture memories.
Wrap-up
Final session and debrief. Collect any certificates or photos.

What to Bring

💼 Comfortable walking shoes
💼 Sunscreen & sunglasses
💼 Camera or smartphone
💼 Valid ID or passport
💼 Cash for tips & souvenirs

Practical Information

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Meeting Point
Meeting point details will be provided upon booking confirmation. Most activities offer hotel pickup.
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Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Late cancellations or no-shows are non-refundable.
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Group Size
Small group experience. Maximum 12 participants to ensure a personalized experience.
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Languages
Available in English. Other languages may be available upon request.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Based on 294 reviews
Guide 5.0
Value 4.8
Experience 5.0
Organization 4.9
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