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See it all in one hour…

The Hahei Explorer is an hour long, travels up to 14kms, and takes the visitor into coastal islands of the marine reserve, reefs, massive sea caves and bays, including the world famous Cathedral Cove.

The magnificence of this natural volcanic scenery is legendary and the approach by sea, combined with an insightful yet relaxed commentary further enhances the experience. Seating only ten passengers, this personalised tour caters for all age groups.

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The Hahei Explorer is the original Cathedral Cove Boat Tour to Hahei's marine reserve, stunning volcanic coastline and magnificent sea caves.
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat TourHahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Marine life is all around and can be experienced close up because the boat is right in amongst the natural scenery.
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat TourHahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Seating only ten passengers, this personalised tour caters for all age groups.
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat TourHahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
The magnificence of this natural volcanic scenery is legendary and the approach by sea, combined with an insightful yet relaxed commentary further enhances the experience.
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat TourHahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Dolphins, seals and little blue penguins are magical when they take time out of their busy schedules to visit us in the bay.

TOUR INFO

Departure

9am, 10am, 11am, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm.
Winter tours depart at 10am,11am, 2pm & 3pm.

Departs from the south end of Hahei Beach, off Wigmore Cresent only 10 minutes from Hot Water Beach.

Please note that there is no toilet at the departure point.

Duration

1 hour. Check in 20min before departure.

Prices / Payment

Adults $105
Children $60 (age 3-15yrs)
(Children under 3 no charge)
Family $290 (2 adults/2 children)
Family $340 (2 adults/3 children)

Payment options: Book online with Visa or Mastercard

What to bring

Photographic opportunities abound, so don’t forget your camera! A jacket or warm layer.

Passenger capacity

3 vessels taking a total of 28 passengers

Hahei Explorer - our vessels

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Where we go…

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Departs from the south end of Hahei Beach, off Wigmore Cresent only 10 minutes from Hot Water Beach. Please note that there is no toilet at the departure point.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Marine Life

Our vessels allow you to get up close and personal with the abundant marine life in the area. Dolphins, seals and little blue penguins are magical when they take time out of their busy schedules to visit us in the bay. Smell the seaweed, watch gannets dive headlong around the islands, reach and touch the rainbow coloured rock formations and hear stories of Maori encampments!

Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

Cathedral Cove

Visiting world famous Cathedral Cove and it’s surrounding coastal scenery is a must! Exploring via boat also saves you the 1.5 hour round trip hike to get there.

Blowhole

At high tide and 2 hours either side, the tour visits a breathtaking hidden blowhole,  venturing through a sea cave underground into a gigantic rock cylinder 80 feet high – truly a magical place!

Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

Why chose the Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour?

Our tour is unique because you get to see all the highlights of this amazing coastline in one hour. Our tour is very friendly and personalized taking only ten passengers.We are the original boat tour to Cathedral Cove and have been operating since 1992. We were voted the number one water activity in NZ on the AA 101 must dos.

Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour
Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED:

Experience the magic of our first morning tour when the sea is at its calmest, the marine life awakens and the rising sun shines beautifully onto the volcanic coastline. Departs 9am (during summer)

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Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

FREEPHONE NZ: 0800 268 386
INTL PHONE: +647 866 3910
EMAIL: info@haheiexplorer.co.nz

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