Your Cathedral Cove boat tour with Cave Cruzer departs from Whitianga Wharf and follows the spectacular Coromandel coastline. The trip from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove focuses on sea caves, 360-degree views and the chance to spot marine life along the way.
Both the Cathedral Cove scenic cruise and the high-speed thrills ride explore inside small caves, ancient blowholes and view volcanic features. Both tours include more stops and take you closer to these natural features than other tour in the region. Optional snorkelling is available on the day, with a complimentary mask and snorkel provided.
Both the Cathedral Cove scenic cruise and the high-speed thrills ride explore inside small caves, ancient blowholes and view volcanic features. Both tours include more stops and take you closer to these natural features than other tour in the region. Optional snorkelling is available on the day, with a complimentary mask and snorkel provided.
About Cave Cruzer: Cave Cruzer is a boat tour operator based at Whitianga Wharf, New Zealand, providing Cathedral Cove and Coromandel Peninsula coastal sightseeing tours, including cave and blowhole visits and optional snorkelling, around Mercury Bay. Learn more.
The Cove Cruise Tour keeps the pace relaxed while still covering Cathedral Cove, Orua Sea Cave and volcanic blowholes, depending on tide and sea conditions. The open boat gives clear sightlines, so great photos are easy to get from every seat.
The Cove Thrills Tour adds extra speed and tighter manoeuvres while still aiming for all the same key spots, including caves and marine reserve areas. Speeds can reach up to 83 km/h, with full throttle punch and sharp turns, only when it is safe to do so.
Whitianga and Mercury Bay offer plenty of things to do beyond the water, from coastal walks and beaches to soaking at Hot Water Beach or relaxing at The Lost Spring. The wider Coromandel Peninsula region is known for its scenic coastline, laid-back atmosphere and outdoor activities.
Cave Cruzer is a boat tour operator based at Whitianga Wharf, New Zealand, providing small-group scenic and thrill boat trips to Cathedral Cove and coastal sights around Mercury Bay on the Coromandel Peninsula.
Hours of Operation
Seasonal Operation. Check online availability. Peak hours on the water, 7 Days 9:00am - 5:30pm
See more of the coastline
More caves, blowholes and coastal features are included on Cave Cruzer tours.
Smaller tour groups
Smaller groups keep the boat comfortable and the day easier to enjoy
Designed for safety
Safety comes first and anyone 10 kilograms and over can join the adventure
Local knowledge
Your skipper Brian shares local stories, wildlife facts and guides you to hidden coastal features of the Coromandel that can only be experienced by boat.