Bay of Islands – Fullers GreatSights

21/07/2024

Spectacular Te Rerenga Wairua (𝘊𝘢𝘱𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢) at the very top of New Zealand - where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean and where Maori spirits depart on their final journey...

10/07/2024

We are so excited to share that Fullers GreatSights has been recognised in the Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Awards for 2024 - placing us among the top 10% of traveller’s favourite businesses and things to do worldwide!!

Thanks to all our visitors for your honest reviews and our amazing staff that has made this possible 👍

04/07/2024

The school holidays are here 🎉 and sunshine is forecasted for next week in the winterless north ☀️ Make the most of it, get outdoors and take the kids on an adventure to remember!

Our marine mammal viewing guarantee applies on our Hole in the Rock cruises during winter, which means if we don't see any dolphins while you are out with us, you can come again for FREE!

26/06/2024

It's Northland NZ time and for those heading north for the long weekend to celebrate Matariki, we are looking forward to welcoming you on board!

Matariki is the perfect time to visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds - and to celebrate the reopening of SH1 over the Brynderwyn Hills, they are offering FREE ENTRY to New Zealanders this Sunday - so there really is no better time to visit the birthplace of our nation!

20/06/2024

🚗🚗 Great news from NZTA 🚗🚗
SH1 Brynderwyn Hills is set to reopen in both directions next week from Thursday 27 June - ahead of Matariki and July school holidays! If you are heading north for the long weekend, travel safe, and we look forward to seeing you soon

08/06/2024

Some of the team took a mid-winter dip at one of our favourite spots in NZ - Otehei Bay - for World Ocean Day yesterday. Thanks to our awesome crew for braving the cold and showing their support for Live Ocean and a healthy ocean!

06/06/2024

Exciting news 🐬🐋 During winter our Marine Mammal Viewing Guarantee applies on our Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruises - so you can come again for free if we don’t spot any marine mammals during your cruise!

Conditions apply visit our website for full details.

21/05/2024

The votes are in and New Zealand has secured the number 1 spot for the most beautiful country in the World! No surprise to us though as we visit some of Northland's most spectacular spots every single day...

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/new-zealands-beauty-stuns-global-rankings-secures-spot-in-the-most-beautiful-countries-list/HHWVOHSMFJD6JAVR76VZCEA6IQ/

Discover where your favourite destinations sit among the 20 top-ranked nations.

16/05/2024

Join us on Friday 28 June for our annual Matariki Dawn Cruise to celebrate Matariki rising in the Bay of Islands!

Spend some time learning about the stars and the traditions behind this significant event in Aotearoa from our onboard guides and tohunga, before heading to Urupukapuka Island for a light breakfast at Otehei Bay Café.

This event sold out again last year so secure your spot now. Visit https://www.dolphincruises.co.nz/bay-of-islands-cruises/matariki-dawn-cruise/ for full details.

06/05/2024

𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗠𝗨𝗠 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 💕 Celebrate your mum this Mother's Day and spend an unforgettable day together! Cruise out to Motukōkako - the Hole in Rock - take in the fresh air & sunshine, spot dolphins out in their natural habitat and then enjoy an island stop at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island.

Simply make a booking using promo code 𝗠𝗨𝗠𝗦𝗚𝗢𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 and your mum can travel with you for free on Mother's Day.

Offer valid for our Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise on Sunday 12 May 2024. Conditions apply, visti https://www.dolphincruises.co.nz/bay-of-islands-cruises/mums-go-free/ for full details.

Mums go free this mother's days on selected of Islands experiences

02/05/2024

People say the Island looks like a Elephant, what do you think? 🐘💙

29/04/2024

Passing another Hole in the Rock in the Bay of Islands, this ones abit too small for us to go through! 💙

22/04/2024

This could be your view for the day! 😎💙

21/04/2024

Birds eye view of vessel Te Papahu on their way to spot some marine mammals in the Bay of Islands🐬🐋

15/04/2024

FREE SLUSHYS FOR KIDS!

Book onto anyone of our Hole in the Rock or Cream Trip cruises these school holidays to get the kids a free slushy at during your Island stop! ❄️🍧

06/04/2024

Boom netting! An experience for everybody inside and outside the net💙

Great for those families who want to give it a go! and the rest who just want to watch! 😁

06/04/2024

Let northland be your next holiday destination! 💙

Check us out on the latest breakfast video!

29/03/2024

We’ve got a new skipper taking control this weekend! 🐰💙Keep an eye open for the awesome easter activities happening at and

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21/03/2024

All of our cruises include an island stop over on Urupukapuka Island at 🌿

You can have lunch at the cafe, grab a bean bag to sit on the beach front or if you’re feeling adventurous you can go for a walk to the beautiful look out points or even hire a kayak/ paddle board from 🏄

17/03/2024

Boom netting in the Bay of Islands! One of the most unique water activities in the world 🌊💙

11/03/2024

Did you know the Bay of Islands is home to the biggest Bottlenose dolphins in the world! 😱 🐬

Don't believe us? i guess you'll just have to join one of our cruises to find out for yourself! 👀 😉

06/03/2024

Students learning outside the classroom! 🎓

Our environment really is our best educator! Thank you to all the schools, kura kaupapa and kōhangas that have travelled with us recently exploring with our future kaitiakis 💙 For some, their first time on a boat! and majority first time seeing dolphins and other marine mammals 🐬

29/02/2024

At first glance it might just look like the side of an island, but can you spot the beautiful Wahine Moana? our lady of the sea? her small side profile of her face can be seen where the vegetation turns to rock on the very right top side of the island. Can you spot her?

20/02/2024

Did you know our cruises pick up and drop off in Kororareka/Russell? which means if you start your cruise in Paihia you can hope off in Russell at the end to explore the township maybe do a Russell Mini Tour or even grab a bite to eat with lots of stunning waterfront cafe/restaurants.

Catch one of the 3 local ferries back operating every 20 minutes daily throughout the summer! Looking at Russell today it's hard to believe its was given the nickname "Hell Hole" ☀️ 💙

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19/02/2024

Slow down and sail with the ⛵
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14/02/2024

Bright colour trip theme for our top deck passengers cruising out to the Hole in the Rock 💙

12/02/2024

We love seeing our passengers photos! Check out this beauty of our favourite Island in the bay! Motukokako
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08/02/2024

Hidden gems of the Bay of Islands! Do you know which Island this is? Clue: If you have good eyes you may be able to spot a small A frame cottage tucked in amongst the trees🌲 👀

05/02/2024

Rā o Waitangi!

Paihia streets are flooded with people today in celebration of Waitangi Day! Waitangi Day has been a significant day on New Zealand’s calendar since the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed in 1840. Make the most of your day by popping up to the treaty grounds and engaging in the 150 market stalls offering an amazing array of art and crafts, clothing and a wide variety of food options!

Pictured is Ngātokimatawhaorua the world's largest ceremonial waka, while our company "wakas" are a little more modernised these days, seeing this waka out annually on the 6th of February every year is spectacular and humbling, especially when it can take upto 80 paddlers and over 50 passengers! no horse power like us! just pure man power 💪 💙

Kia pai te ra ki te whanau me o hoa

📸 Waitangi Treaty Grounds

03/02/2024

Our Half day Hole in the Rock Cruise includes a 90 minute Island stop over on the Popular Urupukapuka Island, Don't worry if you forget your lunch! bar and cafe have you sorted! 🍽️ 💙