Overview

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

Hours Today: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

LOCATION

Hahei, New Zealand

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ekn2b2013

Bangkok, Thailand

82142

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Awesome tour!

We really enjoyed our tour and even though we didn't get to see any whales, dolphins and other exotic animals we did spot some beautiful birds and lazy seals. Must do when visiting north island.

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MissJaneUK

Perth, Australia

32

Reviewed 4 days ago

Great experience!

Great experience from start to finish. The boat normally leaves from Hahei beach but due to swell the departure point was changed to Cooks Beach. As we were coming from Whitianga Tim offered to pick us up from Ferry Landing and take us to Cooks...More

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Pata2020

Singapore, Singapore

5114

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

A must do in Hahei

We were short of time and wanted to optimize it. Came across the Hahei explorer and decided to take it. In hindsight...perfect decision. We were lucky to have clear blue skies and the zodiac was just right for the six passengers. We get up close...More

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Thanks for the great review Pata! We were happy you could come out on the boat with us. Those fur seals are a special treat for our passengers in the winter months - The Hahei Explorer Team

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Ulf S

Stockholm, Sweden

20063

Reviewed 7 July 2018 via mobile

Perfect trip with perfect guide

Great tour, friendly staff, exact on time, swift handling, safety first attitude, informative, perfect boat handling, environmental friendly concept, and a lot of very interesting things to see that only can be reached by boat. I would say that this is a must if you're...More

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ginney d

11

Reviewed 19 June 2018

Quick decision became a great decision to see an amazing coastline.

All aboard to view an amazing coastline. I have been to stay in Hahei many times and have kayaked, swam and walked along the coastline. I was pleasantly surprised to discover more interesting sights and to hear the legends and history by our guide Tim....More

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Courtenay M

21

Reviewed 17 June 2018 via mobile

Beauitfully Coastal NZ

Loved seeing the coromandal coast from the boat, Very differnt perspective. Every stop was uniquely gourgous! A DEFINITE MUST DO ♡♡♡

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Jodie M

Southampton, United Kingdom

2016

Reviewed 19 May 2018

Amazing

Originally booked on a boat tour for today, but called yesterday to see if we could move it. The staff member was very accommodating and we were placed on the 2pm boat. It was just the two of us and the tour guide which was...More

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Deborah K

Caboolture, Australia

8630

Reviewed 15 May 2018

Glorious way to see so much of the coastline's highlights !! Highly recommended

We took the morning tour on a magical day - very calm seas made for an excellent and comfortable adventure. The tour is only an hour long but takes in Cathedral Cove, Champagne Bay, some of the islands, the Blowhole and sea caves along the...More

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Bec P

Blenheim, New Zealand

359

Reviewed 10 May 2018 via mobile

Just great

Took the 3pm tour in May and it was fabulous. Tim the guide was great, comfortable seats and such a fun experience! Would highly recommend. Also good it goes from Hahei beach

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Thanks for the great review Bec. Cheers, Tim

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Lisa466

Adelaide, Australia

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Reviewed 26 April 2018

Superb scenic coastal experience

We randomly selected this tour company and were thoroughly impressed. The tour guide Tim provided an informative and engaging commentary, and delivered customer service of an exceptional level. The tour enabled us to appreciate the beauty of this area in a unique way, nature shone...More

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Questions & Answers

Prateek M

Which service provider I should use for this Boat Tour. Can you send me website link so I can do the booking. Thanks

9 October 2017|

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Hi Prateek Go to the Hahei Explorer Website to book the trip thanks

wins3

What time of day is the best time to go?

2 December 2016|

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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