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We compared all 8 experiences in Whitianga so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★5.0 8 experiences from NZ$ 135 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Whitianga Boat Tour: Glass Bottom Cathedral Cove Cruise
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Most booked
Whitianga Boat Tour: Glass Bottom Cathedral Cove CruiseGlass bottom boat tour from Whitianga Wharf exploring Cathedral Cove and volcanic coastline. See marine life without getting wet. Snorkel gear included.
1,038 reviews
4.97★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
6
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 150NZ$ 135per person
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Snorkeling on Eco Catamaran
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★Top rated
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Snorkeling on Eco CatamaranCatamaran cruise from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove with snorkeling gear, shower onboard, and views of Orua Sea Cave. Two hours, all fitness levels.
288 reviews
4.97★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 140per person
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Cruise 2 Hours
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Best value
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Cruise 2 Hours2-hour Cathedral Cove cruise from Whitianga. See Cooks Blow Hole, Orua Sea Cave & Hahei Beach. Small groups, all fitness levels. Includes boat, seats & lifejackets.
468 reviews
4.96★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 150per person

Recommended (5)

Cave Cruise Whitianga: Volcanic Arches & Lava Tubes
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Likely to sell out
Cave Cruise Whitianga: Volcanic Arches & Lava Tubes
132 reviews
4.85★
Duration
2h
fromNZ$ 140per person
Snorkeling Whitianga: Cave Cruzer inside Orua sea cave
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Snorkeling Whitianga: Cave Cruzer inside Orua sea cave
62 reviews
4.95★
Duration
2h
fromNZ$ 140per person
Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Catamaran Sail & Snorkel
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Whitianga: Cathedral Cove Catamaran Sail & Snorkel
60 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h 30m
fromNZ$ 165per person
Coromandel: Sailing tour to Cathedral Cove with swim
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Likely to sell out
Coromandel: Sailing tour to Cathedral Cove with swim
34 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h 30m
fromNZ$ 165per person
Coromandel Peninsula day tour: Gold mine, glow worms, hot springs
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Coromandel Peninsula day tour: Gold mine, glow worms, hot springs
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
fromNZ$ 420per person

Whitianga at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05

  • Most booked: Whitianga Boat Tour: Glass Bottom Cathedral Cove Cruise, NZ$ 135 (2h, 4.97★ · 1,038).
  • Top rated: Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Snorkeling on Eco Catamaran, NZ$ 140 (2h 30m, 4.97★ · 288).
  • Best value: Whitianga: Cathedral Cove & Volcanic Coast Cruise 2 Hours, NZ$ 150 (2h, 4.96★ · 468).

Of the 8 experiences: 8 with free cancellation, 8 with instant confirmation, 1 with hotel pickup and 8 bookable last-minute.

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