Mercury Bay Discoveries

01/10/2024

Bookings for the 2024/2025 season are NOW OPEN 🎉
Choose from either the Cathedral Cove Coast & Cave Tour or plan a custom tour with a private booking.
We are excited to kick off the season and see you all.

26/03/2024

Our vessel is an amazing platform for your private event! Family trips, special occasions, educational excursions, you name it! Contact us now to enquire..

20/02/2024

The Cathedral Cove walkway is still closed… but we are able to get you there up close for a great view and fantastic photo opportunities. Viewing from the sea is an amazing experience for the whole family!

08/02/2024

Poikeke Island.. One of our favourite snorkeling spots, featuring a really cool little archway that makes a fantastic swim through! Kelp Forrests and a range of fish species means this spot offers a diverse marine reserve experience.

08/02/2024

We are having a great run of weather at the moment and with it amazing water clarity.. Allowing us to view a variety of fish species straight from the boat!

04/02/2024

We get so excited seeing these amazing reviews rolling in from happy customers! Perfect conditions for Sue’s trip yesterday down the coast.. Thank you for coming and see you next time Sue!

04/02/2024

Our volcanic coastline is full of stunning sights, that’s for sure! Champagne rocks is one of them.. Where rhyolite and ignimbrite rock meets and the power of the southern pacific ocean collides to create these amazing natural formations. Another great feature to view on our Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave tour.

02/02/2024

Our crew are a talented bunch.. As well as making great coffee and sharing local knowledge onboard they are also pretty handy with a camera! Our vessel is fantastic for moving around and getting that perfect shot at stunning locations throughout our Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave tour.

01/02/2024

You can’t beat Orua sea cave on a gorgeous day like today! Such a magical place and one of our favourite spots on our Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave tour ❤️

30/01/2024

A common seabird to sight on all of our tour options is the Kāruhiruhi or Pied s**g! They can be seen nesting in the Whitianga river at the moment tending to their recently hatched chicks as well as fishing year round along our coast and rivers. Our crew are full of interesting facts on these awesome birds and we are excited to share them with you throughout our journey!

25/01/2024

Beautiful snorkelling conditions out here today! Such a fantastic way to view and learn about our stunning marine reserve and the wildlife within. Join us on our Cathedral Cove Coast and Cave tour to experience it yourself

19/12/2023

It’s been a long road to recovery for the Coromandel. But the road to here just got a lot shorter. State Highway 25A is finally open again. Come discover the beauty of Mercury Bay with us. It has literally never been easier!

18/12/2023

We get it, buying gifts is hard. If you’re stuck for last minute gift ideas, we’ve got your back. Instead of giving your loved ones more “stuff”, why not give the gift of an amazing experience? Book them a tour with us (or buy a gift card), and we’ll take care of the rest.

https://mercurybaydiscoveries.co.nz/booking/

17/12/2023

Pristine white sand beaches, natural sea caves, rugged coastal cliffs, and sea life everywhere. This really is a unique and beautiful place. Book your tour and discover what this alluring coastline can offer!

https://mercurybaydiscoveries.co.nz/booking/

16/12/2023

Yesterday was our first offical inaugural tour! Thank you to everyone who joined us & made it great!

For those that missed out, we’ll be doing many more trips this Summer. Book before 31 Dec with the promo code DISCOVER and save 10%

https://mercurybaydiscoveries.co.nz/booking/

15/12/2023

Discover Cathedral Cove, the iconic crown jewel of the Coromandel. It might still be off-limits to those on foot, but we can get you to this world-famous attraction comfortably. The Cathedral Cove Coast & Cave Tour not only covers the Cathedral Cove, but also explores other hidden gems along the coastline. Booking is essential, tour takes approx. 2.5hrs.

14/12/2023

You don’t have to go far to experience the beauty of the Coromandel. Our Whitianga River and Waterways cruise is perfect for those seeking adventure right on their doorstep.

13/12/2023

Experience a trip like no other! Book a private tour to create an unforgettable adventure! Immerse yourself in the wonders this region has to offer, and plan your dream custom tour.

03/10/2023