FAQ

Yes! FREE cancellations for any reason. Rescheduling is fine pending availability. All we ask for is 24 hours notice so we can give other people a chance to book in your place

Please arrive & check in, 15 minutes before your boat excursion departure time on the Whitianga Wharf at the boat.

Safety is our number #1 priority. If Weather or Sea Conditions cause your trip to be cancelled or limited, full or partial refunds will be available.

The “Thrills” tour has high speed manoeuvres, the rest is the same including the option to snorkel

We require a minimum total combined value of $720 of bookings for a tour to go ahead. A tour may proceed for less if there is already another confirmed tour. If for any reason you booked solo and there are not enough on your tour, we will contact you to arrange rescheduling or a full refund.

We can have 2-12 people on each tour.

Cave Cruzer holds a marine mammal watch permit & our schedule allows us to get closer for longer if penguins, seals, dolphin or Orca are seen.

Snorkelling is optional in the best spot on the day only on the 2Hr tours, about 10mins is all we have time for, booking not required, we only provide mask & snorkel no cost. Note – it is not worth snorkelling at the Cove as there is not much there to see under water.

No. This is not part of any boat tour.  A lot of the time it is not safe to land due to sea conditions. It may be possible to get onto the beach if you book a private but I cannot beach the boat so would get wet up at least up to your knees.

Visiting Cathedral Cove is easy with Cave Cruzer. Simply book one of our tours departing from Whitianga Wharf, and our experienced team will guide you on an unforgettable journey to this iconic destination.

If you want to know how best to see Cathedral Cove, join one of our boat tours departing from Whitianga Wharf. Our expert guides will take you on a scenic cruise, allowing you to explore the stunning coastline and the beauty of Cathedral Cove up close.

Cathedral Cove is approximately 175 kilometres (about 109 miles) from Auckland. However, with Cave Cruzer’s convenient boat tours departing from Whitianga, you can easily access this stunning destination without the need for a long drive.

Experience the beauty of Cathedral Cove with Cave Cruzer. Contact us for more information, including directions on how to get to Cathedral Cove from Auckland.

Access is reasonably easy, with a few needing assistance. The boat is not wheelchair friendly but some people with disabilities have enjoyed the tour. Check pictures of the boat at the wharf & please don’t hesitate to contact me if you are unsure.

Despite the open boat in most cases everyone stays dry. Sometimes when we have a strong cross wind it can get a bit wet but I do everything possible to keep everyone as dry as possible.