Island Hopper Day Cruise: 6-Hours Sailing Adventure to Wildlife Sanctuary

Embark on a 6-hour sailing adventure in the Bay of Islands. Discover remote islands, encounter rare bird species, and enjoy snorkeling, paddleboarding, hiking, and swimming.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Bay of Islands - Enjoy a 6 hour sailing cruise in the beautiful Bay of Islands. We take you on a cruise among the many islands of the Eastern Bay of Islands, and enjoy a 2 hour island stopover at a wildlife sanctuary island to enjoy optional activities like snorkelling, paddle boarding, and nature walks. This really is the Ultimate Bay of Islands Sailing Cruise.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Lunch included
  • Goods and Services Tax (GST) covered
  • Snorkeling equipment provided
  • Engaging live commentary on board
  • Access to all activities
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Experience a day filled with enchantment as you sail through the Bay of Islands.
Stroll from the sandy shores of Paihia and onto a state-of-the-art catamaran, cruising through the bay’s 144 islands towards an isolated island destination.
• Explore the Bay of Islands in true ‘Kiwi’ style on a full day of sailing adventure
• Travel aboard a comfortable…

Location
Barefoot Sailing Adventures
Marsden Road
You will find the Barefoot sailing catamaran anchored on the shore line at Paihia Beach, it won't be hard to find, it has Barefoot Sailing Adventures sign written along the side, and it is usually anchored at least 30 min prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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75vigdisj
Jan 9, 2025
Great sailing adventure - Great sailing adventure - everything was perfect, the experience, the service and the hospitality - one of the best days in New Zealand 😊👏🥰
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Nzjessica
Jan 4, 2025
Great experience - Awesome trip with great hosts as well. Amazing views and handy having snorkeling gear provided so we could do that on the beach stopover.
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Marcia
Jan 4, 2025
A fun day on the Bay of Islands - A very enjoyable day, relaxing sailing trip, excellent and fun host. Great to visit an island sanctuary and witness the hard work of bringing native nature back.
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Joefyw
Dec 29, 2024
Great day with wonderful hosts - We loved our island hopping day trip with Luke and Jacob. They were lovely hosts, knowledgeable, welcoming and relaxed. Informative but not intense, we enjoyed a hot drink and a snack on the boat trip out, a better than expected sandwich lunch on an empty beach on our destination island and a relaxing journey back to Paihia with some soft drinks, good company and chat. Thank you for hosting a wonderful day!
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X7124npkirstym
Dec 19, 2024
Best sailing trip! - Amazing experience with a family owned business. The trip was awesome and the team couldn't have done more to ensure everyone had a great time. The boat was great and an amazing way to see the islands. Would definitely recommend!
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Wagganet
Dec 16, 2024
The best day - Great day, thanks! Really good day, great boat, not too busy and very knowledgable and friendly crew. Forget going out on a motor boat, under sail is so much more relaxing.
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Aurele_g
Dec 12, 2024
Aureeeele - Great experience ! Luke is a very nice and funny person ! And his crew is fantastic ! Thank you for the Milo 😊
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Michael_n
Dec 3, 2024
Nice day great crew - Nice day great crew. Be sure to hike over the hill to the other cove. It is 10 x more beautiful that the cove they are able to dock in. And the walk is challenging but really nice.
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I6072nacatherinel
Dec 3, 2024
Just what I needed - lovely setting, lovely crew - This was just the trip I needed. I really appreciated the excellent communication before the trip and on the boat, the attention to me as a solo traveller (I felt cared for but not intruded on). the picnic lunch was just right, the information provided about the wildlife, stopping to look at penguins, and good sailing instructions all made for a memorable day. I think it's great you bring your optional activities with you, even though I decided just to go for a swim and a walk. (For some reason I though these were optional extras we could buy from anther provider out there - I'm glad I got that idea wrong. It was just us and a couple of casual visitors to the beach.) Highly recommended.
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Tessah935
Nov 25, 2024
Amazing day out! - Here’s an updated 5-star review: We had an absolutely incredible day with Luke and his team sailing in the stunning Bay of Islands! From start to finish, everything was perfect. The crew was so friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable about the area and sailing, which made the trip both relaxing and informative. The sailboat was comfortable, and we loved the variety of activities available—whether it was paddleboarding, snorkeling, or exploring one of the gorgeous islands. There was something for everyone, and it made the day so much more memorable. The packed lunch provided was delicious and thoughtfully prepared, adding a lovely touch to the experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to explore this beautiful part of the world. Highly recommend this trip for anyone looking for a fun, adventurous, and scenic day out!
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