by Emily Dee | Feb 10, 2026 | Things to do
Choosing between the Bay of Plenty vs the Bay of Islands for dolphin watching can feel overwhelming. Both regions promise encounters with wild dolphins, but the experiences couldn’t be more different; for instance, you might find yourself wondering, “Is it...
by Emily Dee | Feb 10, 2026 | Things to do
The Bay of Plenty offers some of New Zealand’s best opportunities to photograph dolphins in their natural habitat. There’s nothing quite like watching a pod of common dolphins race toward your boat, leaping through the waves with Mount Maunganui rising in...
by Emily Dee | Feb 10, 2026 | Things to do
Baby dolphin season in Tauranga runs from late spring through summer, roughly from November to March. This is when common dolphins give birth and raise their young in the warm, sheltered waters off the Bay of Plenty coast. While New Zealand is home to several...
by Emily Dee | Feb 10, 2026 | Things to do
Wondering what to wear on a dolphin cruise in Tauranga? Getting it right makes all the difference to your comfort on the water. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for your wildlife viewing experience. The Golden Rule Layer up. While our fully...
by Emily Dee | Feb 10, 2026 | Things to do
Many visitors to the Bay of Plenty ask, “Is it safe to swim with dolphins?” The honest answer is that swimming with dolphins, whether in captivity or in the wild, can be risky for people and harmful for the dolphins themselves. The good news is that a...
by Letesha | Dec 11, 2025 | Things to do
When you’re looking for the most memorable way to experience dolphins in the Bay of Plenty, you want more than just a boat ride, you want a genuine connection with the ocean, the wildlife, and the people who call this place home. At Bay Explorer, we’re proud to be...
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