THIS TRIP WILL BE
THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR HOLIDAY!

Overseas visitors and kiwis alike are discovering the excitement and adventure of a unique boat trip operating within the new Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine reserve, on the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula, at Hahei

The Hahei Explorer (established in 1992) is a state-of the-art rigid hull inflatable boat.

The Explorer trip is an hour long, travels up to 12kms, and takes the visitor into coastal Islands of the marine reserve, reefs, massive sea caves and bays, including the world famous Cathedral Cove. The magnificence of this natural Volcanic scenery is legendary and the approach by sea, combined with an insightful yet relaxed commentary further enhances the experience

Marine life is all around and can be experienced close up because the boat is right in amongst the natural scenery. Smell the seaweed, watch gannets dive headlong around the islands, reach and touch the rainbow coloured rock formations and hear stories of Maori encampments!

Marine mammals

Blowhole inside

Amazing bird life

One of the leading attractions of this extraordinary volcanic coastline, when the tide is right, the tour visits an awesome blowhole, venturing through a sea cave underground into a gigantic rock cylinder 80 feet high - Truly a magical place!

Seating only seven passengers, this personalised trip caters for all age groups. (Senior and Junior Explorers check sea conditions when booking). Photographic opportunities abound, so bring plenty of film!

This are is also a great location for a beach wedding ...

Hire Snorkel Gear - excellent Snorkelling at Cathedral Cove, Stingray and Gemstone Bays.

Snorkelling in the marine reserve is very popular and we hire the latest equipment on a daily basis so you are able to walk and snorkel at many places close by after the boat trip

Established in 1992,The Hahei Explorer has featured on many international travel shows, magazines, and hosted many international celebrities. Magical moments are created with weddings at Cathedral Cove.