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Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

4.5(366)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 366 reviews5 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Bay Of Islands Tours
Haruru Waterfalls

About this activity

Create lasting memories on this half-day tour of the Bay of Islands from your cruise ships arrival at the Waitangi Wharf.

The Bay of Islands is a popular tourist destination in New Zealand. This guided tour shows you an abundance of breathtaking picturesque views giving you plenty of fantastic photo opportunities. The area is often referred to as “the birthplace of New Zealand”, due to the past events that took place there. These historical events led to the shaping of New Zealand.

Your tour will include a Bakery/Café stop for you to grab a coffee or something to eat “on the go”. Your Bay Of Islands tour guide will instruct you on where to catch the shuttle buses back to the tenders should you wish to stay in town longer once your tour ends.

What's included

  • ✓Bottled water
  • ✓Driver/guide
  • ✓Chocolate-tasting
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Port pickup and drop-off
  • ✓Live commentary on board
  • ✓Local taxes

Not included

  • ✕Food and Drinks

Meeting and pickup

  • We will be waiting at the end of the Waitangi Wharf - where your tender boats drop you with a sign saying "Bay of Islands Tours" If you are staying at a hotel - please list your hotel name when booking so we can pick you up from reception.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • 100% refund will be issued if your ship can't make it into port due to weather conditions.
  • If your ship is scheduled to arrive after 9.30am - the tour departure time will automatically adjust to depart 1 hour after your arrival time - you can email to confirm this after booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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