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Our overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands is perfect for the traveller who doesn't mind getting the
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08/07/2024

"Happiness is something you design" - Jim Rohn

Are you designed your happiness??

06/07/2024

There is so much free time on board to do whatever you would like to. Take out a kayak, a paddleboard, or even just head out for a swim in the gorgeous clear waters of the Bay of Islands.

05/07/2024

There is a whole world under the waves that you can explore while you are out with us. What kind of creatures can you find while snorkeling around our gorgeous islands.

04/07/2024

On all of our overnight cruises, our guests get a chance to try their hand at something new - target shooting! Don't worry, our lovely duck target is plastic, so no animals are hurt during this exercise. It's a lot harder than you might think, but we encourage everyone to have a go!

Do you think you could hit the duck??

03/07/2024

We love our Bay of Islands very much, and we want to ensure it continues to be the gorgeous place it is for generations to come. With that in mind, we encourage all of our guests to fall in love with it too, an ensure we leave it as we found it - an idyllic place full of beauty and magic.

02/07/2024

"Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of travelling" - Margaret Lee Runbeck

01/07/2024

The sunset warm on your face, the salt air fresh in your lungs, calm waters as far as they eye can see....why wait? Come cruise with us now.

01/07/2024

"The simplest things can bring the most happiness" - Isabella Scorupa

05/06/2024

We want to make sure our beautiful islands are here for the next generations to enjoy, so we always aim to do what is right when we are cruising.

This includes taking any rubbish away with us, not using single use plastic, looking after our beaches and islands, ensuring we don't interfere with the wildlife and not fishing in any reserves around the Bay.

04/06/2024

We try to ensure our cruises are zero plastic cruises - this is why we don't sell bottles of water on board our boat. We do provide fresh water and glasses, along with the ability to refil any reusable bottle you have - so make sure you don't forget yours!

03/06/2024

There's no telling what kind of critters we're going to find when we head out to do a rock pool search.

02/06/2024

We are in love with each and every island in the Bay and we can’t wait to show you our backyard!⁠
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Come along with our crew as we explore the Ipipiri islands by boat and foot.⁠
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02/06/2024

We aim for our cruises to be zero waste - which means we don't sell plastic bottles on board and we encourage our guests to be mindful about what they bring with them on their cruise.

31/05/2024

There are areas of the Bay of Islands that are marine reserves to protect our fish. This means we never fish there, and we aim not to bother the marine life in the Bay with our presence.

30/05/2024

Our snorkelling is suitable for all ages, and the kids absolutely love to see the amazing world below the waves! The big kids quite enjoy it too!

29/05/2024

There's nothing quite like catching your own dinner. But if you're not into that, our lovely crew always have a rods out to see what they can catch too...why not challenge them to see who can catch the biggest fish for dinner?!

28/05/2024

Which do you prefer - sunset or sunrise? And can you tell which this one is??

27/05/2024

We encourage our guests not to take anything other than photos with them when they leave the Bay of Islands. There are opportunities for some beautiful shots throughout our cruise.

26/05/2024

We aim to protect and respect the natural world of the Bay of Islands. We do not fish in the nature reserve areas, we do not leave our rubbish lying around, we do not bother the marine life, and we make sure that our beautiful Bay is benefiting from us being there rather than suffering because of it.

26/05/2024

As part of our responsibility to the islands we visit, we do not leave anything behind...except our footprints.

All rubbish we create is removed before we leave the islands, but we aim for waste-free trips anyway so we don't generate much waste.

Join us in looking after the islands and make sure you leave only footprints behind.

24/05/2024

There is nothing quite like waking up to watch the sunrise while at sea. Nothing between you and the light on the ocean, the rainbow of colours in the sky, the absolute peace of dawn on the water.

Do you prefer the sunrise or the sunset

23/05/2024

Being Kaitiaki means respecting the Bay of islands and leaving it the same or better than it was before. That means limiting our single use plastic, taking away any rubbish we create, and ensuring we respect the nature around us.

22/05/2024

Dolphins are regular visitors to the Bay of Islands and sometimes we are lucky enough to see them as we cruise through the calm waters of the inner islands.

21/05/2024

In our lives, and also onboard our boat, we aim for no single use plastic at all. You won't see any plastic bottles on board and we don't have plastic cutlery or any other single use plastic on our cruises.

We encourage you to follow the same mantra, at least while on board, and try not use any single use plastic while out with us in the bay of islands.

20/05/2024

"Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions" - Dalai Lama

It's time to take action - come cruising with us!

19/05/2024

"The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams" - Oprah Winfrey

17/05/2024

Don't worry - Be happy!

I'm sure you've all heard the song, and here in the Bay of Islands, it can become a reality. Sit back, relax, let us take care of everything - all you need to do is enjoy the ride.

16/05/2024

We offer a bit of everything for out guests - the outdoorsy activities to the more chilled inside games. We have a pool table, lots of games, and comfy areas to sit and relax. So even if hiking isn't your thing, you'll still have the best time on board with your people.

15/05/2024

Taonga means treasure, and the Bay of Islands is most definitely a special treasure in the crown of Aotearoa. Come and see for yourself...

Address

69 Marsden Road
Paihia
0200

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 8pm
Saturday	8am - 8pm
Sunday	8am - 8pm

Telephone

+64800762527

Website

https://www.rocktheboat.co.nz/

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New Zealand’s Biggest House Boat

The Rock as she is today was custom-built by Peter and Stacee Honey in 1999.

But she started out life as a car ferry long before being converted to a comfortable floating lodge.

Originally The Rock was a purpose-built car ferry, working as the ‘Normville’, running from Opua to Okiato (New Zealand’s first capital) she was the first car ferry there to run on her own power.

Later she was moved to the west coast of Northland, New Zealand. There in the Hokianga Harbour, her second life began as the ‘Rawhiti’, again working as a car ferry crossing the Hokianga Harbour. It was here that Peter and Stacee Honey spotted her and saw the potential for a whole different life for the boat.