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Tuhua (Mayor) Island Charters
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Our 18.3m Bay Explorer is the perfect venue for your function or corporate event.
Featuring:
- Licenced Bar with cold beer, chilled regional wine and non-alcoholic beverages ready to serve.
- Large interior saloon and large spacious viewing deck
- Catering available and an onboard BBQ facility
The Bay Explorer is the largest charter boat for hospitality boat cruises in Tauranga. We operate within the Tauranga harbour (Te Awanui) and can host up to 140 passengers.
Perfect for meetings, team building, corporate hospitality cruises and conference break-outs.
TUHUA (MAYOR) ISLAND
This is the jewel in Tauranga’s crown. The island has established walks, trails, amazing history and geography, lakes, fresh water and is totally NZ green, pest-free. The Marine reserve is situated at the north of the island, and remote from the base camp at South East Bay.
Staying on the island is possible during summer between Labour Weekend and Easter (accommodation needs to be booked separately and must be booked in advance). Accommodation options include camping and cabins (basic which has rustic appeal).
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Come join us on the water to experience the BEST DAY EVER in the Bay of Plenty! Use our easy online booking system to secure your spot now!
Since returning home to take the helm at Bay Explorer, Emily has focused on creating responsible and sustainable marine wildlife experiences. Guests can explore scenic harbour cruises in Tauranga Harbour, eco-friendly wildlife tours, and trips to Matakana Island, all designed to be educational, safe, and unforgettable. Her private charters remain a popular choice for corporate events, birthday parties, and special group experiences, offering a flexible and personalised way to enjoy Tauranga dolphin encounters and up-close wildlife sightings.
Over the years, Emily has introduced thousands of visitors to New Zealand’s marine environment, fostering awareness, respect, and conservation of marine wildlife. She also works alongside Kewpie Cruises in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga, an iconic tour business running daily scenic harbour cruises and Matakana Island trips, making it one of the area’s most-loved Tauranga tourist activities
With her experience and passion, Emily has introduced thousands of visitors to New Zealand’s marine environment. Her mission is to foster awareness, respect, and conservation of marine wildlife, providing unforgettable wildlife experiences for families, friends, and corporate groups alike.
BAY EXPLORER also operates alongside KEWPIE CRUISES www.kewpiecruises.co.nz in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga. It's an icon tour business in Tauranga now, taking passengers daily on scenic harbour cruises in Tauranga harbour and to Matakana Island.
“Its now part of the local pride in the area, the best of Tauranga tourist activities”. An ideal option if you are limited for time and looking for activities in Mt Maunganui.
Bay Explorer
Bay Explorer are local boat tour specialists who are passionate about all our region has to offer. We are proudly Kiwi owned and operated, with plenty of experience running day trips from Tauranga.
Departure Point
Corner of Wharf Street & The Strand
Tauranga
New Zealand 3110