We booked the glass bottom boat tour and drove a lot of kilometers. As we arrived (waisted our half... read more
Glass Bottom Boat
Goat Island Road, Leigh, Auckland 0947, New Zealand
+64 9-422 6334
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The Goat Island NZ Glass Bottom Boat is a popular, fully commentated 45-minute tour showcasing the area’s abundant marine life, fauna, birds, reefs and caves. During the trip, guests learn about the history, preservation and protection of New Zealand’s first marine reserve. For those wishing to get a closer look, kayaks, wetsuits and snorkel gear are available for hire at the beach. Bookings are essential. Guests may book on the beach, however booking online or by phone is recommended to secure your seat.
About Glass Bottom Boat
The Goat Island NZ Glass Bottom Boat is a popular, fully commentated 45-minute tour showcasing the area’s abundant marine life, fauna, birds, reefs and caves. During the trip, guests learn about the history, preservation and protection of New Zealand’s first marine reserve. For those wishing to get a closer look, kayaks, wetsuits and snorkel gear are available for hire at the beach. Bookings are essential. Guests may book on the beach, however booking online or by phone is recommended to secure your seat.
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Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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Goat Island Road, Leigh, Auckland 0947, New Zealand
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+64 9-422 6334
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We booked the glass bottom boat tour and drove a lot of kilometers. As we arrived (waisted our half day because of the tour) there was nobody so we waited until the tour should start. Unfortunately there was no sign saying the conditions are too...More
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Scott P, Owner at Glass Bottom Boat, responded to this reviewResponded 28 May 2017
Its unfortunate that people do not read the conditions of purchase, it states to check the web site or phone to insure the boat is sailing due to weather conditions, we also send a text message if we are not sailing due to conditions but...More
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Great time with the family, we were lucky enough to see dolphins playing and splashing right beside the boat. Would defiantly recommend it to others and take a picnic and enjoy the beautiful view before or after the boat trip or there are many good...More
Thank mandyr75
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I had a very nice time and I really would like to come back to glass bottom boat with JMR group and my own family. Thank you. The Guy was very informed and he talked about the diferent types of fishes there are in New...More
Thank NewZealandbear
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The skipper was very friendly and knowledgeable, and the view around was awesome. However, the view under the glass bottom was not as attractive as expected, partly due to too many heads reflected form the opposite bench, partly due to lack of various fish under...More
Thank Sunny W
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Toke the tour with 5 year old son and found skipper very friendly, knowledgeable and definitely made the trip interesting and fun for everyone. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels as comes right up on beach to get on and off.
Thank CurliWinks
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A great way to view the marine life, the visibility wasn't ideal but Scotty the skipper made the trip interesting and enjoyable. Definitely a good idea to book over the phone or on the website if you're going in peak season! Special thanks to Jacqui...More
Thank emilyw1228
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This was a fantastic boat trip. It is very good value for money. I highly recommend doing this, you will get a lot out of it.
Thank AnnaWellington
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Goat island is beautiful and the boat was a great way to explore it! I went there with my family and we all love it
Thank Julia F
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Fantastic day seeing everything the marine reserve has to offer snapper, huge schools of fish and a big highlight of seeing a number of large stingrays feeding off the bottom of the sea floor. Very knowledgeable skipper and a wonderful and safe way to see...More
Thank JAM3810
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Beautiful day....labour weekend. Family holiday outings...loved goat island,glass bottom boat was good couldn't see much..bt boat ride and guide was entertaining n friendly people. Beautiful scenery..👍
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