10 Boat Tours in Coromandel, With the Price Beside Each

1.Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 937 reviews · from $93Our pick

Spend two hours exploring Cathedral Cove and the Coromandel coast from a glass-bottom boat. Your crew points out sea caves, pinnacles, blowholes, fish, and local history, with snorkeling gear provided for a swim from the boat. Guides such as Caitie, Aliza, Brian, and Olivia are praised for friendly, clear commentary.

“It was amazing! Stunning views and knowledgeable guides. Not overcrowded, so everyone had great views. Michael and Amber were great”

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2.2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 816 reviews · 2 hours · from $83

From Whitianga Wharf, ride a comfortable yellow and black tour boat along 12 kilometers of Mercury Bay coast. Your guide, often Sam or Justin, points out Cathedral Cove, Hahei, Lonely Bay, sea caves, blowholes, pinnacles, and volcanic rock. The boat stays small enough for close views, with cushioned seats and a sunshade.

“Fantastic experience with our guide Sam ensuring a safe and informative boat ride which far exceeded our expectations. What a beautiful bay!”

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3.2 Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise with Shade Canopy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · from $96

Set out from Whitianga Wharf with guides such as Sam, Justin, Liam, or Zinnia for a two-hour cruise through the Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve. A shaded, cushioned boat carries up to 16 people past Lonely Bay, Cooks Blow Hole, Hahei, Hot Water Beach, and Orua Sea Cave. This is a sightseeing cruise, not a swimming or snorkeling trip.

“Awesome guide , great atmosphere , great information along the way! Thanks for a great trip highly recommend”

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4.One Hour Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · from $89

Join Hahei Explorer for a one-hour coastal cruise from Hahei Beach. A small boat carries up to 10 people past Cathedral Cove, Orua sea cave, islands, cliffs, and marine reserve waters. Guides such as Andy, Ryan, Scott, and Oscar provide lively local commentary. Lifejackets and dry bags are supplied, but you stay aboard throughout.

“Great tour, the best way to see Cathedral Cove! Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Lots of breathtaking scenery.”

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5.Sailing Trip to Cathedral Cove

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · 3h 30m · from $86

Set sail from Flaxmill Bay aboard Boom Sailing’s modern catamaran, No Worries. Your English-speaking crew, including skippers such as Hamish, Mat, Bridget, and Sam, guides you past Cathedral Cove, offers sailing help, and anchors for an optional swim or snorkel. Morning trips include coffee and banana bread, while afternoons bring local wine or beer and fruit.

“Thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing morning sailing - went for a quick and cold swim, had some hot coffee and saw Cathedral Cove from the water. Our guides were easy going and knowledgeable. Would recommend for anyone looking for something a little off the beaten path!”

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6.Cathedral Cove Cruise with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 109 reviews · from $82Best value

Join Captain Brian aboard the open Cave Cruzer for a two-hour trip from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove, Shakespeare Cliff, Lonely Bay, and Hahei. Expect fast runs, cave entrances, blowholes, music inside Orua Sea Cave, local stories, and about 10 minutes of optional snorkeling or rock jumping. Snorkel gear is included.

“It was a fantastic experience. Captain Brian was excellent, explaining everything and giving us local information, taking pictures. Felt very safe at all times. Would defined recommend this experience to see the wonderful features of the coastline.”

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7.Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve: Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 52 reviews · 2 hours · from $85

From Hahei Beach, a small boat carries you past Cathedral Cove to sheltered snorkel sites around the Coromandel Peninsula. Your English-speaking skipper is a scuba instructor, and the two-hour trip includes a warm wetsuit, quality gear, flotation aids, one hour in the water, and a Cathedral Cove photo stop.

“Great, the guides know where to see the most fish!!!”

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8.Hahei Explorer Cathedral Cove Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 1 hour · from $86

Set out from Hahei Beach with a local English-speaking guide for a one-hour cruise along 14km of volcanic coast. See Cathedral Cove, sea caves, blowholes, hidden bays, and marine life in the reserve. The boat holds no more than 10 people, and dry bags are available for valuables.

“The rep on the beach was a great help with the tour guide on the boat was brilliant, I would highly recommend this trio👌 👌 👏 👏 👏”

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9.Coromandel: Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 2 hours · from $98

Join Richie and the Coromandel Ocean Adventures team for a two-hour cruise from Tairua to the remote Aldermen Islands. You’ll see dramatic island rock, hear local stories, look for dolphins, seals, turtles, whales, and seabirds, then swim or snorkel when conditions allow. Groups are limited to 12, and snorkel gear is included.

“Richie is a friendly and knowledgeable skipper. We had a great time cruising around the Aldermans with him.”

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10.Coromandel Adventure and Wildlife Boat Tour to Aldermen Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $102

Meet your local guide at Tairua Marina for a two-hour wildlife boat trip to the remote Aldermen Islands. You’ll ride a purpose-built vessel past Coromandel scenery, look for seals, dolphins, whales, and seabirds, and may snorkel when conditions and season allow. Richie is one guide praised for waiting when traffic delayed guests.

“Had a lovely time out on the water! We were able to see dolphins and go snorkeling. Ran into a bit of a traffic jam on the way, delaying start time and Richie was a gem and waited for everyone to arrive before starting. Would highly recommended this adventure!”

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