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3 Day / 2 Night Nature Cruises Paihia Bay Of Islands New Zealand
Christmas and New Year
Fancy something different?
Spend Christmas or New Year's Eve on a nature cruise with a small group of friendly people!
- These trips are a fantastic way to celebrate the southern hemisphere festive season.
3 Day/2 Night Cruises
From $595 all inclusive
Included in the cruise:
- Sailing
- Kayaking
- Snorkelling
- Island exploration
- Marine wildlife close up
- Local culture and history
- Great food
- Small groups (10 max)
Welcome to Ecocruz
Join us aboard the Manawanui for a 3 day and 2 night exploration of the Bay of Islands Maritime Park.This is a down-to-earth nature cruise off the beaten track with an emphasis on the marine environment and the outdoors.
The Manawanui is a 72 foot (22m), 1981 John Pugh cutter-rigged ketch. She is an ocean going cruiser designed for comfort and safety with plenty of room above and below deck.
The Bay of Islands
The Bay is situated in the warm far north of New Zealand. Its countless bays, beaches and islands together with a mild climate and sheltered waters make it one of the country's best sailing grounds.
Route & Itinerary
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Ecocruz is designed to let you experience the diversity of the Bay of Islands Maritime Park. The cruise is divided equally between sailing and discovery with a few hours of passage making followed by an exploration of our destination and a good meal. At night we anchor in secluded bays away from the main tourist routes. click to see route
We do not have a standard route or itinerary as these are entirely weather dependent. Our journey will take you to lush, uninhabited islands and rugged, coastal headlands where you will have ample time to go kayaking, snorkelling, and walking.
While all activities are guided you always have the option to explore by yourself or to just sit back and relax. This flexibility allows us to make each trip unique. We enjoy what we do and are happy to share our knowledge of the Bay of Islands and its wildlife, history and culture with you.
An ocean full of life
We travel through a wide range of different habitats. This means that we often encounter a large variety of marine wildlife. Gannets, shearwaters, storm petrels, penguins, shoals of fish, rays and dolphins are among the more common sightings ...more »>
Your friendly crew
Jochen 'John' Zaeschmar - Owner/ operator and qualified Coast and Countryside Ranger. Moby (ship's dog) - mascot and bringer of good luck.
A unique experience
Our small groups, out of the way routes, expert crew and well planned activities ensure that you will have an unforgettable time.
Come sail with us
For more information on cost, departure times, availability and other queries check out our Frequently Asked Questions page (which also has an online Currency Converter) or proceed to our enquiry/booking form »
Phone: 0800 43 26 27 (within NZ)
or +64 274 592 153
Fax: +64 9 402 5594
Email: info@ecocruz.co.nz
Mail: P.O. box 91
Paihia
Bay of Islands
New Zealand
Christmas & New Year's Eve Cruises
What better way to spend your southern hemisphere Christmas or New Year's Eve than on a nature cruise with a small group of friendly people? These trips are always popular and include even more lovely food as well as some other little surprises.
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