New Zealand

Discover island sanctuaries brimming with wildlife, feel the wind in your hair as you set sail across the water, journey through spectacular marine parks dotted with islands and spot marine mammals in their natural habitat.

Let us share our unique experiences in amazing places with you and explore more of Aotearoa...

Why Choose Explore

Established Kiwi Operator

Locally owned company delivering unique experiences for over 20 years
Customer Experience

Our friendly team go above and beyond to deliver an exceptional customer experience
Premium Vessel Fleet

Travel in comfort on our modern purpose built vessels.
Highly Rated on Trip Advisor

We are highly rated by other travelers with 4.5 stars from 600+ reviews

Featured Experiences

MARINE MAMMAL VIEWING GUARANTEE ON WINTER CRUISES

Cruising

Discover the Bay

Experience the very best of what the Bay of Islands has to offer. Discover the spectacular scenery, captivating wildlife, the iconic Motukōkako - The Hole in the Rock - and enjoy a Island lunch at Otehei Bay on our premium cruise...

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Cruising

Rotoroa Island & Man O' War Combo

Explore Wildlife & Wine. Discover both Rotoroa Island & Man O’ War, Waiheke Island, in one day!

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Cruising

Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins & Islands Cruise

Cruise through the Hauraki Gulf, spot the local wildlife and take the opportunity to discover either Rotoroa Island or Man O' War, Waiheke Island...

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Ferry

Otehei Bay Ferry

Book our quick ferry across to Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island...

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All Experiences

Special Offers & Events

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Special Offer

Discover the Eastern Hauraki Gulf and get 25% off selected cruises!

Explore the eastern Hauraki Gulf with 25% off selected cruises until 31 May 2025...

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SPECIAL EVENT

Events

Matariki Dawn Cruise

Head out into the sheltered Bay of Islands to experience Matariki rising at dawn...

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SPECIAL EVENT

Events

Tiritiri Matangi Dawn Chorus

This is a unique opportunity to start the day with New Zealand’s original dawn chorus surrounded by native bush and birdlife as the sun rises over the beautiful Hauraki Gulf...

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Tiritiri Matangi Island

Rotoroa Island

Man O' War, Waiheke Island

Rotoroa Island and Man O' War Combo

America's Cup Sailing Experience

Auckland Harbour Dinner Cruise

Auckland Harbour Sailing

Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins, & Islands Cruise

Discover the Bay

Ocean Adventure

Otehei Bay Ferry

Otehei Bay Events

Dolphin Eco Cruise

Corporate Events & Incentives

Auckland Weddings

Special Occasions

Events at Otehei Bay

Otehei Bay Weddings

Our Fleet

Contact & Location

Contact & Location

Visit Explore Group Australia website

New Zealand

Discover island sanctuaries brimming with wildlife, feel the wind in your hair as you set sail across the water, journey through spectacular marine parks dotted with islands and spot marine mammals in their natural habitat.

Let us share our unique experiences in amazing places with you and explore more of Aotearoa...

Why Choose Explore

Established Kiwi Operator

Customer Experience

Premium Vessel Fleet

Highly Rated on Trip Advisor

Featured Experiences

Cruising

Discover the Bay

Cruising

Rotoroa Island & Man O' War Combo

Cruising

Tikapa Moana Whales, Dolphins & Islands Cruise

Ferry

Otehei Bay Ferry

Special Offers & Events

Special Offer

Discover the Eastern Hauraki Gulf and get 25% off selected cruises!

Events

Matariki Dawn Cruise

Events

Tiritiri Matangi Dawn Chorus

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