Join naturalist Olive Andrews for a special day discovering the oceanography of the Hauraki Gulf, its natural history and the biology of marine life including seabirds, marine mammals and fish. Olive is a marine mammal researcher, ocean policy expert and polar guide, who lives on Waiheke Island. Our conservation cruises include a visit to the gannet colony on Horuhoru Rock, home to 2500 nesting pairs and one of only five such sites in New Zealand. The Hauraki Gulf is known as the seabird capital of New Zealand and is also home to resident and migratory megafauna including dolphins, orca, Bryde's whale, fin whales, sei whales and pygmy blue whales. Experience the underwater soundscape via a hydrophone and perhaps meet dolphins and orcas. The cruise is perfect for children (8+) and adults alike. It includes a delicious lunch, plus we'll anchor in a secluded bay accessible only by boat, for some swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding.

Additional Information

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Face masks provided for travellers
• Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitised between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
• Guides required to regularly wash hands

Logistics Instructions

Start location : Your guide will be holding a sign and standing on your left as you leave the ferry at Waiheke Island.

End location : Your guide will be holding a sign and standing on your left as you leave the ferry at Waiheke Island.

Tickets

*Mobile or paper ticket accepted
*One per booking

Prices

* Per Person

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Adult : from 13 to 17 : from 0 to 0 Persons

Adult : from 18 to 64 : from 0 to 12 Persons

Adult : from 65 to 100 : from 0 to 0 Persons

Cancellation Policy

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

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