A C T I V I T I E S - Scenic Cruises
Cave Cruzer
72 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga
Steve and Vicky Miller
Telephone : 07 866-0611
Mobile: 0800 427-893
Email: cavecruzer@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.cavecruzer.co.nz
Come and try the awesome Scenic and Sound Experience that visits Cooks Blowhole and Cathedral Cove. Snorkel with the marine life, all equipment provided, then hear the amazing acoustics inside the sea cave. Trip lasts 2 1/2 hours and departs 10.30am or 1.30pm from the Whitianga Wharf. Adults $75 Child $40 Under 3 Free or take our short and sweet Express Tour which lasts for 1 1/4 hours and departs 9am and 4.30pm. Adult $50 Child $30.
Cave Cruzer is a ex NZ Navy rescue craft that provides the smoothest ride with 360 degree visibility and total safety. We provide the best of the bay, on the day!
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Glass Bottom Boat
Mercury Bay Seafaris Ltd /
also see Diving
62 Hahei Beach Road, Hahei, Whitianga
Ph/Fax 07 867 1962
Mobile 021 478291
Email: mercurybayseafaris@wave.co.nz
Website: www.glassbottomboatwhitianga.co.nz
Bookings essential
Unique 2 hour eco adventure exploring the awesome marine life up close through the glass in the Marine Reserve. Snorkel the pristine waters with all equipment supplied including wet suits at no extra charge.
Explore breathtaking volcanic coastal scenery including spectacular sea caves and Cathedral Cove. Take in the magic of dolphins, penguins and fur seals when they take time out of their busy schedules to visit us in the bay. View the stunning film locations of the movie, Prince Caspian from the Chronicles of Narnia.
Customers say...
The most amazing trip of my life- helped by a terrific crew, breathtaking, an awesome experience, thanks so much. Steve UK
I felt so alive on this trip, snorkelling, watching the birds, searching for seals, going into caves. Loved it! Lisa
The Glass Bottom boat is a 7.2m Stabicraft renowned for its safety and stability and has a full cabin for your comfort.
Departs Whitianga Wharf 10.30am and 1pm daily, year round. 8am sunrise, 3.30pm and 6pm sunset, summer only. Adult $85 Child $50 (3-15) years
Hahei Explorer 
62 Hahei Beach Road, Hahei, Whitianga
Ph/Fax 07 866 3910
Mobile 021 478291
Email: haheiexplorer@paradise.net.nz
Website: www.haheiexplorer.co.nz
See it all in 1 hour. Daily Scenic adventure boat trips to the marine reserve. View world famous Cathedral Cove, the islands, reefs and sea caves of this magnificent volcanic coastline with full commentary.
When the tide is right, the tour ventures underground into a spectacular blowhole.
Check out the stunning film locations from the latest Narnia movie, Prince Caspian.
Adults $65 Child $40 (age 3-15)
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This trip is a photographers dream and will be the highlight of your holiday!
Trips depart Hahei Beach daily. Bookings Essential
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Island Explorer Charters 
Marina Berth : Z7 Whitianga
Host : Les Pickford and Lyn West
Free phone: 0508 874 753
Mobile : 0274 830 893
Email : islandexplorer@xtra.co.nz
Website : www.islandexplorercharters.co
Island Explorer Charters offers scenic trips around Mercury Bay and to Great Mercury Island passing - The Twin Islands, Pink Beach, Whalers Cove, Peach Grove, Korapuki including Orua Cave and Cathedral Cove.
Daily departure : 11am - 4pm (5 hours)
Evening Cruises : 6pm - 9pm (3 hours) Large groups by arrangement.
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 Mamma Mia! Scenic Charters
Phone: 07 866 2293 or 027 487 1833
E-mail: giorgio@villatoscana.co.nz
Web: www.mammamiacharters.co.nz
Mamma Mia! has been operating out of Whitianga since 1999 and offers half or full day scenic cruising around Mercury Bay for up to 10 passengers with Italian-style picnic lunches and champagne available upon request. Visit our website for further details.
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 Mercury Bay Sea Treks
Sightseeing & Birdwatching
Fishing Trips (see Fishing)
Marina Berth : E19 Whitianga
Contact: (07) 021 02525151 or 867 1668
Website: www.startrekcharters.co.nz
For a fishing or dive experience that’s out of this world. Overnight trips our specialty. Group bookings only. Climb aboard our 47 foot kauri launch for your choice of fishing – stray lining, deep sea or game. Dive for the famous Mercury Bay seafood sensations and refill those dive bottles on board for another scenic dive. Sleeps 8 plus crew.
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 Mercury Charters
Sightseeing, Fishing, Diving
Whitianga
Telephone (07) 869 5118
Mobile (021) 168 5482
John van Ham-Etches
Email: mercurycharters@xtra.co.nz
Personal service offering the choice of two vessels Requin (8.6m) and Celebre (17m) to cater for all scenic cruising needs. Charter either vessel with an experienced skipper and head out in Mercury Bay to explore our stunning marine environment.
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 Windborne Charters
Classic Sailing Adventures
Contact: Avon and Jo Hansford
Telephone: (07) 866 4757
Mobile: (021) 166 1720 or (0274) 752 411
Email: windborne@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.windborne.co.nz
Windborne is a 62 ft gaff rigged schooner that has been sailing the oceans of the world since 1928. A vessel of great character, charm strength and comfort, she was rebuilt in New Zealand in 1981 to combine the finest of seafaring traditions with the comfort and safety of the 1990's. Feel the strength, stability and ambience of a traditional sailing ship on a truly luxurious sailing holiday. Cruise the beautiful Mercury bay in style. During the voyage you may encounter friendly dolphins, blue penguins, gannets, gulls, terns and other wildlife. Stop off at one of the many well protected and scenic anchorages. Swim, explore the islands or simply relax on the spacious decks. For extended trips sail North to Great Barrier Island or South to White Island, New Zealand’s most active volcano. Which ever way the wind blows there is beautiful scenery and anchorages to explore.
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Whitianga Ocean Adventures / Charter Boat
P O Box 96, Whitianga 3510
Lynette and Daryl Syme
Telephone 0800 80 60 60 or (07) 866 2807
Email:info@whitianga-adventures.co.nz
Website: www.whitianga-adventures.co.nz
Cathedral Cove Cruises takes you to : * World Famous Cathedral Cove * Snorkle the Marine Reserve * Explore caves and islands * view fish via underwater camera on large TV
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 Whitianga Sea Cave Adventures
go further - explore more!
FREEPHONE: 0800 80 60 60
or book at Whitianga Information Centre
Phone: 07 866 5555
Email: info@whitianga-adventures.co.nz
Website: www.whitianga-adventures.co.nz
Cruise the coastline between Whitianga and Hot Water Beach, taking in the golden beaches, volcanic rock formations, blowholes and one of New Zealand’s largest sea caves - Orua Cave. All from the comfort and safety of our purpose built boat. With 25 kms of continuous volcanic scenery and offshore islands to explore, this is perfect cruising coastline. Departures 10.30am & 1.30pm daily, also 8am and 3.30pm on demand. Trips may be subject to weather & demand. Duration 2 hours Price Adults $65, Children (under 12) $40, (under 5) free Enquire about our group & family discounts.
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