Dolphin Tours in the Bay of Plenty vs the Bay of Islands
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...
5 of the Best Dolphin Watching Photography Tips
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...
What Is the Best Season to See Baby Dolphins in Tauranga?
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,...
What Should You Wear on a Dolphin Cruise?
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...
Is It Safe to Swim with Dolphins?
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...
The Ultimate Dolphin Experience in Tauranga
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...
The 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









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