Boat Tours in Paihia at a glance
- Our pick: Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island Snorkel, NZ$ 245 per person (6h, 4.95★ · 323).
- Best value: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Bay of Islands Tour: 144 Islands, NZ$ 155 per person (3h, 4.87★ · 200).
- Private option: Private Sailing Catamaran Charter: Bay of Islands, NZ$ 2,283 per person (6h, 5.00★ · only 9 reviews).
Price per person across the 16 options priced per person: NZ$ 99–NZ$ 2,283 (median NZ$ 195). With 100+ reviews: 8 of 18.
Of the 18 options: 16 with live guides in English, 15 with free cancellation, 12 with instant confirmation, 15 kid-friendly, 3 private and 11 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full.
Boat Tours in Paihia
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
18 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Snorkel Cruise through 144 Bay of Islands with two island stops, snorkel, and sail through Hole in the Rock. 4.5 hours, small groups, gear included. Every day · 09:00 and 10:00 · All ages ★ 4.91 (872 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 180 per person
Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island Snorkel 6-hour sailing cruise from Paihia among 144 islands with 2-hour wildlife sanctuary stopover. Includes snorkeling, paddle board, lunch and local guide. Max 16-20 passengers. Every day · 10:00 · All ages ★ 4.95 (323 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 245 per person
Bay of Islands Cruise & Snorkel: Hole in the Rock & Twin Lagoons Cruise 144 islands in the Bay of Islands with two island stopovers, snorkelling gear and the chance to sail through the Hole in the Rock. Every day · 09:00 and 10:00 · All ages ★ 4.85 (206 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 180 per person
Bay of Islands: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island BBQ Lunch Feel the salt air on a Bay of Islands cruise, pass through the Hole in the Rock, spot dolphins, and enjoy a BBQ lunch at Otehei Bay. Includes island stopover. Every day · 10:00 and 10:10 · All ages ★ 4.55 (288 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 215 per person
Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Dolphins Bay of Islands Half-day Bay of Islands cruise from Paihia through 144 islands to Hole in the Rock. Includes Urupukapuka Island stop, dolphin viewing, and island café. Wheelchair accessible. Every day · 08:30, 08:40, 14:00 and 14:10 ★ 4.56 (272 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 180 per person
Hole in the Rock Cruise & Bay of Islands Tour: 144 Islands Cruise through 144 subtropical islands in the Bay of Islands from Paihia, visiting the famous Hole in the Rock and a remote island lookout. Every day · 6 start times, 08:30 to 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.87 (200 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 155 per person
Bay of Islands Overnight Cruise Paihia: Snorkeling & Kayaking The Rock's overnight cruise in Bay of Islands includes snorkeling, night kayaking, seafood collection and meals. 22 hours from Paihia Wharf, shared cabin, small groups. Every day except Friday and Saturday · 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.88 (462 reviews) Duration: 22h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 398 per person
Bay of Islands Catamaran Sailing & Island Stop from Paihia Sail the Bay of Islands on a 19-person catamaran with 2-hour island stop, snorkelling, paddleboarding & catered lunch. 6 hours from Paihia. Every day · 09:30 · All ages ★ 4.96 (112 reviews) Duration: 6h ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 215 per person
Bay of Islands Cruise & Island Stopover Half-Day Tour - Paihia Three-hour Bay of Islands cruise from Paihia sails through the Hole in the Rock, stops at Roberton Island for a walk to the lookout. Every day · 6 start times, 08:30 to 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.92 (62 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 155 per person
Bay of Islands sailing cruise in Paihia: Help set the sails Sail the Bay of Islands on a 15-metre catamaran from Paihia. Help with the sails, spot wild dolphins and penguins, then swim and snorkel at a sheltered island with BBQ lunch. Mon, Sat and Sun · 09:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.90 (52 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 230 per person
Snorkeling in Bay of Islands, Paihia: Kayaking, lunch & walks Spend a morning and afternoon snorkeling, kayaking and walking remote islands in the Bay of Islands from Paihia. Wed and Fri · 08:00 · All ages ★ 4.66 (44 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 288 per person
Paihia Sundowner Sailing Cruise: 2-Hour Bay of Islands Sail Sail the Bay of Islands at golden hour from Paihia beach: board straight from the shoreline, swim in a sheltered anchorage. Tue, Thu and Sat · 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.97 (32 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 99 per person
Bay of Islands full-day cruise: Hole in the Rock and island stop Cruise the Bay of Islands from Paihia or Russell to Motukōkako's Hole in the Rock and Urupukapuka Island, where you'll swim and walk with a live English-speaking guide. Every day · 10:00 and 10:10 · All ages ★ 4.63 (16 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 225 per person
Snorkeling in Bay of Islands, Paihia: 65-foot yacht with lunch Snorkel the Bay of Islands aboard a 65-foot ocean sailing yacht with masks, lunch, morning snacks and a crew that sails the Pacific. Every day · 10:00 · From age 4 ★ 5.00 (7 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 195 per person
Hole in the Rock Cruise Bay of Islands Small Group Tour Paihia Cruise through 144 subtropical islands in the Bay of Islands to the Hole in the Rock formation, with stops on two islands for walks. Every day · 09:00 and 14:00 · All ages ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from NZ$ 180 per person
Compare 3 more options for Boat Tours in Paihia
From NZ$ 2,283 per person · 5 h to 6 h
Private Sailing Catamaran Charter: Bay of Islands Private luxury sailing catamaran charter in the Bay of Islands for up to 20 guests. Take the wheel, paddleboard to secluded coves, snorkel the coastline. Every day · 6 start times, 09:00 to 15:30 ★ 5.00 (9 reviews) Duration: 6h from NZ$ 2,283 per person
Bay of Islands Private Sailing Charter: Catamaran for up to 19 Sail the Bay of Islands aboard a private catamaran for your group, anchoring at remote islands and secluded bays with paddleboarding and snorkeling. Every day · 09:30 ★ 5.00 (4 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Instant confirmation. from NZ$ 4,200 per group
Hole in the Rock Cruise Paihia: Custom Island Stops Book a private Bay of Islands charter for up to 49 guests with stops at Hole in the Rock, remote islands and Otehei Bay. Swim, snorkel and walk included. Every day · 09:00 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN from NZ$ 6,000 per group
The top 12 of 18 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island SnorkelOur pick | NZ$ 245 per person | 6h | 4.95★ · 323 | Every day · 10:00 | English |
| Hole in the Rock Cruise & Bay of Islands Tour: 144 IslandsBest value | NZ$ 155 per person | 3h | 4.87★ · 200 | Every day · 6 start times, 08:30 to 14:00 | English |
| Private Sailing Catamaran Charter: Bay of IslandsPrivate optionPrivate | NZ$ 2,283 per person | 6h | 5.00★ only 9 reviews | Every day · 6 start times, 09:00 to 15:30 | — |
| Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Snorkel | NZ$ 180 per person | 4h 30m | 4.91★ · 872 | Every day · 09:00 and 10:00 | English |
| Bay of Islands Cruise & Snorkel: Hole in the Rock & Twin Lagoons | NZ$ 180 per person | 4h 30m | 4.85★ · 206 | Every day · 09:00 and 10:00 | English |
| Bay of Islands: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island BBQ Lunch | NZ$ 215 per person | 4h 30m | 4.55★ · 288 | Every day · 10:00 and 10:10 | English |
| Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Dolphins Bay of Islands | NZ$ 180 per person | 4h 30m | 4.56★ · 272 | Every day · 08:30, 08:40, 14:00 and 14:10 | English |
| Bay of Islands Overnight Cruise Paihia: Snorkeling & Kayaking | NZ$ 398 per person | 22h | 4.88★ · 462 | Every day except Friday and Saturday · 17:00 | English |
| Bay of Islands Catamaran Sailing & Island Stop from Paihia | NZ$ 215 per person | 6h | 4.96★ · 112 | Every day · 09:30 | — |
| Bay of Islands Cruise & Island Stopover Half-Day Tour - Paihia | NZ$ 155 per person | 3h | 4.92★ · 62 | Every day · 6 start times, 08:30 to 14:00 | English |
| Bay of Islands sailing cruise in Paihia: Help set the sails | NZ$ 230 per person | 6h | 4.90★ · 52 | Mon, Sat and Sun · 09:00 | English |
| Snorkeling in Bay of Islands, Paihia: Kayaking, lunch & walks | NZ$ 288 per person | 6h | 4.66★ · 44 | Wed and Fri · 08:00 | English |
By what you need
- Private (3): Private Sailing Catamaran Charter: Bay of Islands (NZ$ 2,283 per person) · Bay of Islands Private Sailing Charter: Catamaran for up to 19 (NZ$ 4,200 per group) · Hole in the Rock Cruise Paihia: Custom Island Stops (NZ$ 6,000 per group)