Swim with the dolphins

Unfortunately this tour does not operate during the winter (from 1st May onwards) however you can swim with dolphins on our Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise

Some say that to swim with dolphins is a life changing experience. With some of the warmest waters in New Zealand, the Bay of Islands is rich in marine life year all year round. This half day tour gives you the opportunity to swim with these incredible creatures in their natural environment (conditions permitting) and cruise the many secluded islands of the Bay.

Our dolphin swimming vessel is equipped with a large boom net, so less confident swimmers will have the chance to enter the water and view the dolphins (boom netting only available on Orca II vessel). Snorkels, masks, fins and wetsuits provided.

Departures (twice daily all year round*)

Morning	Departs	Returns
Paihia	8.00am	12.00pm
Russell	8.10am	11.50am
Afternoon	Departs	Returns
Paihia	12.30pm	4.20pm
Russell	12.40pm	4.10pm

Reporting Time
15 minutes prior to departure

Departure Points
Paihia: wharf next to the Maritime Building.
Russell: the wharf, waterfront.

Equipment
Wetsuits and snorkelling gear are supplied onboard

What to Bring
Towel, swimming gear, sunhat, sunblock and warm clothes. Wear your swimsuit under your clothes for convenient
changing. Shower facilities available.

Dolphin Swimming Guarantee
Should conditions prevent us from swimming with dolphins, a swim refund of $30 will be offered to those passengers who have paid to swim, or alternatively receive a 'go again for free' voucher for another Dolphin Eco Encounter cruise (subject to availability and valid for three months).

Dolphin Viewing Guarantee
In the unlikely event we are unsuccessful in viewing dolphins or whales on your trip, we will offer you a 'go again for free' voucher for another Dolphin Eco Encounter cruise (valid for three months, subject to availability).