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Ipipiri Overnight Bay of Islands Cruise
| Depart from: | Paihia |
Priced From: | NZ$357 per person | |
| Returning to: | Paihia |
Duration: | 2 Days 1 Night |
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| Departures Dates: | Daily | |||
| Departures Times: | 1pm | |||
| Operated by: | Fullers Great Sights |
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Cruise Description
| Experience the stunning Bay of Islands the way you should...from the water! The Ipipiri offers small ship cruising at its best with 30 ocean view cabins, offering stunning views to many of the 144 islands in the bay. Enjoy wonderful food from local produce, explore the bays and islands, and learn more about the region's role in New Zealand's early history. You can do as much or as little as you please! |
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Inclusions
- Deluxe king cabin with ensuite and panoramic sea views
- Three course buffet dinner featuring fresh local produce
- Cooked and continental breakfast
- Complimentary snorkelling and kayaking equipment available to explore the sheltered bays and secluded islands
- Interactive onboard commentary exploring the history, wildlife and ecology of the Bay of Islands
Complimentary Activities
- Fins and masks are supplied for snorkelling
- Kayaking
- Island excursions
- Island beach and bush walks or swimming
Accommodation & Dining
The Ipipiri is a 46 metre catamaran consisting of 30 deluxe seaview cabins with full ensuites. Each room can be configured as one king bed or two single beds.
Dining will be a highlight of your time onboard, watching the sun set from the serenity of a sheltered bay, you will enjoy a three course dinner of local fresh produce and Kiwi specialty dishes, accompanied by acclaimed New Zealand wines. (Beverages are an additional cost).
In the morning enjoy a buffet-style cooked and continental breakfast served in the dining room from 7.30am. Complimentary coffee and tea is available throughout the day and freshly baked muffins are served for afternoon tea shortly after boarding.
Important Info
Cruises depart daily from September to May. Check in at the Maritime Building in Paihia by 12:30pm for a 1pm departure to Opua where you will board the Ipipiri. All guests should pack a small overnight bag as there is no storage for large suitcases onboard. Important items to pack include swimwear, sunscreen, sun hat, comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, and camera. You will return to Paihia before 11am on the following day, ask us about activites around Paihia in order to make the most of your afternoon in the beautiful Bay of Islands.
Costs and Seasons
Daily departure on the following dates:
| Season |
Twin Adult |
Single Adult | Child |
| 01 Sep 2011 - 31 Jan 2012 | $357 | $536 |
$179 |
| 01 Feb 2012 - 31 May 2012 | $375 | $563 | $188 |
Departure: Paihia 1.00pm daily
Return: Paihia 10.30am the following day.
* Prices are in NZ dollars, include GST and are indicative only. One child (2-14 years inclusive) sharing with one adult will be charged on an adult/child twin share basis. Rollaway option available at twin share rate. Infants (0-24months inclusive) travel for $20 (inc GST) for a porta cot.
Cabin configurations
Double
Twin
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