Dolphin Swimming and Marine Mammal Viewing

In the Bay of Islands Maritime Park live both bottlenose and common dolphin. It is also possible to see a variety of whale species including: Orca (killer whales), Brydes, Pilot, Minke, Sei, Humpback, and very rarely the Blue Whale. You also encounter blue penguins, gannets, various sea birds and the New Zealand fur seal.

A short briefing is given before a swim takes place when you are given the option of wetsuits & snorkelling gear and instructed on how to behave while interacting with the dolphins. Hot showers are available for use after swimming. Complimentary tea/coffee is usually served after a swim takes place, or alternatively, near the end of the tour.