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Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

South End of Hahei Beach, Hahei 3591, New Zealand
+64 7-866 3910
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Brilliant Trip

This is a must do - we even had our own boat down here on holiday with us but would have never seen... read more

Reviewed yesterday
Donna T
Just as good as the photos on their brochure

Amazing tour of the best things to see from Hahei. We kayak alot and have kayaked around this area... read more

Reviewed 2 days ago
Jilliene B
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Hamilton, New Zealand
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See all the highlights of this spectacular volcanic coastline in one hour including, two film locations from the 2nd Narnia movie Prince Caspian and world famous CATHEDRAL COVE. Explore spectacular sea caves and if dolphins take time out of their busy schedules to visit us in the bay, we have a marine mammal watch permit.When the tide is right you will visit an awesome blowhole and venture into a sea cave 80 feet high. Truly a magical place!
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Hours Today: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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South End of Hahei Beach, Hahei 3591, New Zealand
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+64 7-866 3910
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Reviewed yesterday

This is a must do - we even had our own boat down here on holiday with us but would have never seen all these magical spots if we went out by ourselves. The sea was a little choppy on the day we went out...More

Thank Donna T
Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Amazing tour of the best things to see from Hahei. We kayak alot and have kayaked around this area, but whizzing along at speed with the wind in your hair makes it all more exciting. Going inside the blow hole was really beautiful. (You can...More

Thank Jilliene B
Reviewed 3 days ago

Very friendly outfit and great fun. Went around all the coves and caves with opportunities to take lots of pics. Its a smaller boat than some of the tours so feels more personal. Highly recommend!!!

Thank aktori
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

I really enjoyed the tour! The guide was amazing, very informative and friendly. I can highly recommend this tour to everyone!

Thank Anna Emma G
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

how cool was that , in the space of just an hour.....seemed longer but in a good way.....we saw all the sights to see of Hehai and surrounding area. Shane our knowledgable skipper not only knew all the interesting facts associated with the trip but...More

Thank JMcK57
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

We spent a nice day out in the see with all the wonders of this area. We were able to stoped for a bath and even see and touch see urchins and a see snail. The coast is beautiful and you can see film the...More

Thank Sònia T
Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Great value for money and friendly staff. Real easy way to take in all the sites during the busy season.

Thank G9161BWnathanh
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

An hour long boat trip to the main sites. Try and plan your trip for two hours either side of high tide - so you get to visit the blowhole ! Amazing ...... The boat can only get inside when there is enough water .......More

Thank Almostgreynomad
HaheiExplorer, Manager at Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thanks for the great review Almostgreynomad. That Blowhole sure is stunning!

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

It was family and friends visit this place and I love the view and nature and beauty of this place ..This time I didn't have enough time but I would love to visit again defiantly.

Thank pandit h
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Hi guys and gals, If you are lucky enough to be over these ways, the Hahei boat tour is freaking amazing. We had tour guide Tim, who was an absolute gem. We had speed crashing through the ways, that I loved! We had information about...More

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Prateek M
9 October 2017|
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Response from HaheiExplorer | Property representative |
Hi Prateek Go to the Hahei Explorer Website to book the trip thanks
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wins3
2 December 2016|
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Response from HaheiExplorer | Property representative |
Hi We find the calmest time to travel is the morning tours. We have summer tours at 9am, 10am, and 11am. Also if you come out when the tide is 2.5hours either side of high tide you will get to visit the amazing underground... More
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