Free cancellation: Get a full refund of ticket price up to 48 hours in advance
Wild Dolphin Encounter
Experience the trip of a lifetime on the on the Bay of Plenty's premier dolphin eco-tour. Dolphin Seafaris provide an organic experience that’s completely on the dolphin’s terms. You will see pods of common dolphins closer than you will see anywhere, playing & just doing what comes naturally as you meet them eye to eye in the clear Pacific Ocean. Our vessel Guardian is a 40ft power Catamaran which is safe, stable and has full facilities. The skipper and wildlife guides have a wealth of experienced and provide a fun and informative, family friendly tour. Children 7 years and under to be supervised at all times.
From
NZ$149.00
Per Person
6 Hours Highlights
Get close to the wildlife on our spacious viewing deck.
Encounter wild dolphins in the clearest water in New Zealand.
Listen to the fun and informative commentary from the skipper and crew
Relax on our very comfortable and family friendly vessel.
Full Description
In the winter months we are running private charters on demand as well as photography, ornithology, harbour and island cruises.
Step aboard a purpose-built dolphin-viewing vessel and embark on a wild encounter with the ocean's most fascinating creatures. As the winner of a Trip Advisor Award of Excellence, Dolphin Seafaris provides an educational and organic experience that's completely on the dolphin's terms.
Included in the price is your wet-suit and snorkelling gear hire, as well as hot drinks. Free parking is available at Tauranga Bridge Marina from w...
Includes
Snorkel gear
Hot beverages
Fresh fruit
A library of wildlife books and id charts
Colouring-in and activity books for kids
Freshwater shower
Dolphin Seafaris departs from Tauranga Bridge Marina, Harbour Bridge Causeway, Tauranga.
There is plenty of free and secure all day parking at the marina.
Our vessel Guardian is located at berth D1, right outside the main marina building and restaurant.
Full refund if cancelled up to 48 hours before activity starts.
Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.
From
NZ$149.00
Per Person
6 Hours 
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Wild Dolphin Encounter
Ages
All Ages
Duration
Approx. 5 hours
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Dolphin Seafaris provide an organic experience that’s completely on the dolphin’s terms.
Experience the trip of a lifetime on the on the Bay of Plenty's premier dolphin ec...Show More
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