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- PeterHellAuckland Central, New Zealand3 contributionsA really great experience for me and my wife. Will bring more family back up next time. Every New Zealander must visit at some point.Written 12 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Anse P2 contributionsWe loved it! Stayed at Busby Manor. Highly recommended. Visited Russell via the car ferry, had the most delicious lunch at The Duke of Edinburgh and visit the printing museum as well as the Russell Museum . So informative. KeriKeri market on the Saturday is a must as well as the Parrot Place. Hururu Falls a short walk and beautiful. Lovely walks on the beach every day . Sadly we missed the hole in the wall boat trip but it remains on our bucket list. Worth it!Written 22 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- joeyangJapan1 contributionNancy was amazing. We only had a short amount of time in Bay of Islands and she organised i trip to see dolphins and suggested the best winery in the area for lunch. We enjoyed our trip. Thank you NancyWritten 3 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LML02896Providence, RI1 contributionWe had a wonderful day sailing in the Bay of Islands out to the bird sanctuary island. Mid-spring is windy and cool, but ponchos and warm drinks sustained us for a great day. Simple but satisfactory lunch was served on reaching the island. Great sailing skills the whole way.Written 31 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Judy RKilmore, Australia5 contributionsA gorgeous day on the water. There was a commentary with a bit of history about sailors, farming and conservation in the area. Fun squeeze through the hole in the rock and a tribute to the lady of the sea. Fun atmosphere, safe and comfortable. Dolphin pod swam by. Worth every moment.Written 30 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ANDREW G7 contributionsGreat trip. Really loved it went to the hole in the the rock and and island lookout pint but really informative and friendly I think Adam was the guideWritten 27 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MattTaupo, New Zealand2 contributionsHighly recommend. Great time on the water seeing the bay, on a character sailing ship, felt like a pirate! 🤣 Oh, arrrrgh…
Crew great, service great, very cool. Would definitely do it again.
Cheers!🍻Written 21 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - James F17 contributionsSuch a great experience, can’t believe I jumped out a plane at 18,000 ft. The staff were all really friendly and my sky diving instructor Prashant was very experienced and I felt safe jumping with him. He was also cracking some jokes on the way up to the attitude which helped with the nerves. Would definitely recommend this experience to anyone who is considering it and start big and throw yourself at the 18,000 ft more free fall time and a great view.Written 12 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alipa50Wellington, New Zealand1,627 contributionsThis is the fastest boat to the hole in the rock lasting only 90 mins. It was a fast paced adventure bump by bump over the waves. Great commentary from the skipper. Life jackets and shower protective coats provided. This was a fun trip but not for the faint hearted or frail!Written 13 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tha W12 contributionsI booked this on a whim after reading about it in the lonely planet (I know right, retro AF) for the next day. There is something truly blissful about this wee trip out into the most gorgeous part of NZ I've seen so far. I think that the price range leaves you with a lush group of people as opposed to those who might be more used to chartering boats for weeks at a time and this led to a lovely mix on board. I was travelling on my own and was a little worried that it was mainly families but that was brand. The team are super attentive and chatty throughout. The activities are all super accessible and fun. The wine is cheap! Food was great and plentiful. But the relaxed atmosphere makes it in my opinion and I came off feeling so chilled. Might have to apply for a job! Thanks everyoneWritten 15 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lorraine10 contributionsBrilliant trip from start to finish. The skipper and crew were welcoming, friendly and brilliant at getting us confidant on the catamaran which enabled us to enjoy the day fully. We watched a pod of dolphins swimming and playing. We couldn't swim with them as they had a baby with its mother, but we watched for the allotted time. The information the crew were able to give us was brilliant. It made the most of the wildlife we encountered during the day. We moored off Motorua Island and were transferred to land by swimming or dinghy. The walk to the top of the Pa gave stunning 360 degree views of the Bay of Islands. Then back for a BBQ'd lunch on board before sailing back to Paihia. Fantastic. When we return to New Zealand we will look forward to sailing with Carino again. Thank you Vanessa and your crew.Written 23 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Faramarz V2 contributionsNice and friendly guides, wonderful experience and very supportive guys who ran the tour. Changed the schedule in time because of low tide.Written 28 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Venture635648951581 contributionI had an absolute blast! Couldn't have asked for a better day out on the water, the skipper (tammy) has very good knowledge of the wildlife and her commentary was amazing, I would happily recommend this to my family and freinds 10/10 from meWritten 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- K W5 contributionsRich took us around the islands on the ski and it was so worth it. We had a bit of everything - sun, wind, calm, swell and it was great. We saw a helicopter doing multiple trips dropping off concrete to workers building a ramp on an island, we saw little lambs on another island, we saw a whole bunch of snapper just chilling around a jetty. Urupukapuka island was a highlight - sipping a coffee looking at the clear water in the sunlight is a memory that’ll stick. I’ve been to Paihia 6 times and reckon this was the best thing to do. If you’re looking for adventure, skip the ferry tour to the hole in the rock and do this instead! You’ll get more thrills, a more personalised experience, learn more about the islands, all with a cool local, Rich. You also get closer to the islands and hears the birds rather than screaming past everything to look at something that looks exactly like it does on every photo around town lol. Definitely worth the bit extra and you’ll be on a high for the rest of the day. 😄Written 21 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- j0hndkentLondon, UK6 contributionsIt was a long day starting at 830 and finishing at 10 pm. Cindy was or four guide for Auckland and beyond tours. She couldn't have been more helpful ensuring we had appropriate stops and snacks. The boat ride was really nice coinciding with a local music festival that made it interesting.. There were 5 of us in total in a large estate car which worked well. Cindy was also very informative with lots of local knowledge. Although she is new to being a tour guide she was first classWritten 30 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
