Marine encounters

Swimming with dolphins is a can't miss experience in the region. Enjoy a marine encounter with the friendly Common Dolphins - view them up close or hop in for a swim with them on a guided excursion.

Image: Common Dolphins

Marine encounters

 South Sea Vagabond
 Marine encounters - Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty
South Sea Vagabond Wildlife Encounters Bay Of Plenty Marine encounters Tauranga

Join the crew of the 18m sailing catamaran 'South Sea Vagabond ' and discover the beautiful islands and beaches of the Bay of Plenty.

South Sea Vagabond is fast and comfortable and available for day charters as well as coastal voyages in New Zealand and throughout the South Pacific.

Swim and kayak with dolphins, snorkel, scuba dive, walk in pristine bush or just relax -- the choice is all yours.

South Sea Vagabond is ideal for your Christmas staff party or corporate dinner; we are fully licensed and have expert caterers available. With the backdrop of the sun setting over the Kaimai ranges, could there be a finer venue. Come aboard and cruise New Zealand’s pristine coastline and off-lying islands, teeming with fish and wildlife.

We are based in Tauranga in the beautiful Bay of Plenty. Great Barrier Island, the Hauraki Gulf, Mercury Island, Poor Knights, and the Bay of Islands are all within easy sailing distance.

Even closer is the active volcano White Island. Closer still is Tuhua (Mayor) Island, home to the largest pohutakawa forest in the world, an ancient source of volcanic obsidian, and an absolute paradise for diving and fishing.

Join us on the awesome18m catamaran “South Sea Vagabond” for the total marine encounter experience as we explore the teeming waters and islands of the aptly named Bay of Plenty

* We’re DOC (Department of Conservation) licensed so you can experience the thrill of swimming with wild dolphins.

* We have kayaks available if you don’t want to swim you can still share this experience, and explore the islands and bays we visit

Discover the world of fish beneath the surface; we have some great snorkelling spots to show you.


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