Glass Bottom Boat
Glass Bottom Boat
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11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Full view
About
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. Bookings are essential. Guests may book on the beach, however booking online is recommended to secure your seat.
Leigh, New Zealand
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118 reviews
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Wanderer28453264620
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Family
Such a great day out and the Glass Bottom Boat was the cherry on top
the commentary was very informative and funny. Got to see the caves as well
the commentary was very informative and funny. Got to see the caves as well
Written 23 October 2023
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kckm
Tring, UK74 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We had the best trip with Andy today. Looking for fish and to be honest there weren’t that many around but we came across a pod of playful dolphins right by the boat! What luck! We also had a great trip round Goat Island, looking at all the caves. Such a friendly crew. You never know what you might see.
Written 8 March 2023
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Pete C
Adelaide, Australia523 contributions
Jan 2023 • Friends
Enjoyable informative tour around the island, with fish and rays visible through the glass bottom. Unfortunately the water was a bit less clear then I would have hoped but mainly due to recent swell.
Written 23 January 2023
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Alex
1 contribution
May 2021
It was great trip unique experience in Auckland, a great way to see the fish in the natural environment if you not the sporty type.
Written 2 May 2021
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glassbottomboatnz
Thanks for taking the time to leave your review. I'm pleased you enjoyed your experience! Regards Captain Griff
Written 3 May 2021
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Tori Pearson
1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Family
A great tour by an enthusiastic and informative guide. Getting to see the fish we would normally go fishing for happily swimming around unharmed in their natural habitat was wonderful. The glass was clean so the viewing was great. Our kids said it was “the best day ever”.
Written 19 April 2021
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THAT'S what I like to hear - kids being enthusiastic about our wonderful environment. I'm so pleased you all enjoyed your day. Regards Captain Griff
Written 20 April 2021
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Hunter E
2 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
A wonderful family adventure ☺️ Our guide was funny and informative and we just had the best time. Great for toddlers as well.
Written 18 April 2021
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Thanks so much for taking the time to leave your review. I'm so pleased your family enjoyed the tour! Regards Captain Griff
Written 20 April 2021
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Clare S
Tauranga, New Zealand4 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
Griff was a highlight. Super knowledgeable and great commentary. Our family of five loved it. Recommend to young and old alike. Great to support NZ tourist activities with a conservation focus.
Written 4 April 2021
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Thanks so much for taking the time to leave your review. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed the tour. I've never been the highlight of the tour before - it's the Reserve itself that is the highlight. :-) :-) I'm just pleased to be able to share it with you. Thanks again! Captain Griff
Written 5 April 2021
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Aman
1 contribution
Mar 2021
Excellent educational tour . Great experience and definitely will be back next year.
Knowledgeable staff and ensures to cater for all ages..
Knowledgeable staff and ensures to cater for all ages..
Written 15 March 2021
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glassbottomboatnz
Thanks for taking the time to leave your review. So pleased you enjoyed it. Kind regards Captain Griff
Written 16 March 2021
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jaimies625
Auckland, New Zealand115 contributions
Feb 2021 • Friends
Good experience, 45mins of commentary about local reefs to see varieties of fishes, marine life and history of the cave.
Written 1 March 2021
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Thanks for taking the time to leave your review and apologies that I missed it until now. Pleased you enjoyed the tour on what was one of our very few days we were able to operate in March. Regards Captain Griff
Written 5 April 2021
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George Hamilton
Auckland, New Zealand17 contributions
Feb 2020
I love glass bottom boats! They allow you to gaze into a world that can be beyond our imagining. It is so pretty!
Written 21 January 2021
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Thanks for taking the time to leave your review George. It certainly can be a most beautiful experience. Regards Captain Griff
Written 26 January 2021
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Were to get tickets please?
Glass Bottom Boat, Leigh
Leigh, New Zealand5 contributions
Book online at our website (unable to add this here) and you will receive an electronic confirmation of booking. Come to the beach and you will find our staff by a small desk with signage. You can come to the beach without booking online and purchase tickets but no guarantee of a spot on the boat in this case.
How much is it for the glass bottom boat tour?
Glass Bottom Boat, Leigh
Leigh, New Zealand5 contributions
Hi Linda,
The current prices for the Glass Bottom Boat Tour as follows
Seniors (Gold card holders) - $30
Adults - $35
Children (Aged 3-15) - $15
Babies/Infants (Under 3) - Free
john h
Weston super Mare, UK1 contribution
booked for trip on 13th april 17 ref 7svajz this was week leading up to cyclone cook, from 12th website stated no further trips until sat 15th. we received no text on the day but website still showed no trips. refund has never been processed and despite several emails since returning home no response from any of them.
Glass Bottom Boat, Leigh
Leigh, New Zealand5 contributions
I have recently taken over the operation of this business. Could you email our business from our website (can't include the email address here on Trip Advisor) to advise whether this situation was resolved?