2 Dolphin Watching Tours Worth Flying For

1.Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 180 reviews · from $104Our pick

Cruise from Picton into Queen Charlotte Sound with guides such as Bella, Andy, Will, or Cam, watching for dolphins, fur seals, penguins, and seabirds. Walk predator-free Motuara Island, use supplied binoculars, and enjoy hot drinks, biscuits, and local wine on afternoon departures.

“It was absolutely great, we saw many different birds, including one penguin and many dusky dolphins that were jumping out of the water. Marine biology specialist Bella and Skipper Andy were a great team and displayed expertise regarding tRead more”

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2.Dolphin & Wildlife Encounters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $108Top rated

Join Bay Explorer at 9:00am in Tauranga for a five-hour wildlife cruise around the Bay of Plenty. Search for dolphins, seals, penguins, whales, seabirds and more from an open sun deck, with enclosed seating, commentary and space for up to 50 people.

“The crew was very professional. They were very diligent about locating the dolphins’ they allowed ALL of us on board the opportunity to see them from different parts of the vessel.”

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