2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy Discount Tickets

2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy photo
2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy photo
2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy photo
2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy photo
2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy photo

Get your discount tickets for the Ocean Leopard - Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Boat Tour, save up to 9% !

Overview

Discover Cathedral Cove and Mercury Bay’s spectacular volcanic coastline on a premium 2-hour sightseeing experience from Whitianga. Travel aboard Ocean Leopard, purpose-built for comfort and exceptional views, with forward-facing seating, generous shade and plenty of space to enjoy the journey. An onboard toilet is available although not suitable for those with limited mobility. Explore 12 kilometres of dramatic coastline, including Cathedral Cove, Hahei, Lonely Bay and Cooks Beach, and venture through the protected waters of Te Whanganui-o-Hei Marine Reserve. See towering volcanic cliffs, pinnacles, blowholes and hidden sea caves, including the immense Orua Sea Cave. Along the way, your experienced local skipper brings the coastline to life with stories of its volcanic origins, Māori history, marine life and local characters. With the full two hours dedicated to exploring the coast, there’s plenty to see, photograph and experience.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Esplanade rd,across the road from the Harbor House Cafe.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Whitianga Wharf
Departure point
Duration: 5 mins
2. Lonely Bay
Beautiful photos of Lonely Bay and Shakespeare Reserve
Duration: 5 mins
3. Cooks Beach
We get up close to sectacular Cooks Blow Hole at the North West end of Cooks Beach and see right through the top from the boat.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Cathedral Cove Beach
Cruise into spectacular Cathedral Cove and pause to take in the iconic natural arch, white-sand beach and towering cliffs from the water. Your local skipper shares stories of the area’s geology, history and marine environment, with time to enjoy the scenery and capture photos. No beach landing.
Duration: 8 mins
5. Cathedral Cove Walk
Experience Cathedral Cove from the water on our scenic boat tour. Cruise into the bay for spectacular views of the famous natural arch, beach and surrounding volcanic coastline while your local skipper shares the stories, geology and history of the area. Please note this is a boat-based experience with no beach landing or walking component.
Duration: 8 mins
6. Te Whanganui-A-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve
Cruise through the protected waters of Te Whanganui-a-Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve, home to spectacular volcanic coastline and a rich marine environment. Your local skipper shares stories about the reserve, its marine life, geology and history as you explore Cathedral Cove, dramatic cliffs, rock formations and sea caves.
Duration: 20 mins
7. Hot Water Beach
We see Hot Water Beach from a distance just before entering Orua Sea Cave, the second largest sea cave in NZ
Duration: 5 mins
8. Orua Sea Cave
Venture inside the immense Orua Sea Cave, one of New Zealand's largest sea caves accessible by boat. Experience its towering volcanic walls and remarkable acoustics as your skipper manoeuvres into this spectacular natural formation. Entry is weather and sea-condition dependent.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Lifejackets

Onboard toilet

Blankets

Exclusion

On-board restrooms

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

It is accessible for the mobility impaired, however wheelchairs cannot board the boat

Snorkeling/swimming is not a part of this tour

Supplied by Ocean Leopard - Cathedral Cove Boat Tours

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