On The Water
Ruru
Half Day Charter
Hole in the Rock & Whaling Station
A 4-hour cruise up to Cape Brett to explore the Hole in the Rock and surrounding area. On the way home we pass into Whangamumu Harbour, the site of a historic whaling station that was active up until the 1940s.
Fishing & Leisure Cruise
A 4-hour charter around some of the best fishing spots in our spectacular local area, tailored to your desire by our experienced professional skipper. Bring your catch of the day back to the Lodge and our chefs will prepare it for your lunch or dinner.
Poor Knights Taster
The volcanic landscape is breathtaking, and the many caves and archways make it a unique area to explore, both on the surface and underwater of this unique marine reserve.
Full Day Charter
Fishing & Poor Knights
Take Ruru to the world-famous marine reserve, Poor Knights Islands, for an unforgettable experience. Warmed by currents from the Coral Sea, the 11-million-year-old islands’ volcanic origins have created a spectacular array of caves, drop-offs, and tunnels. Rikoriko cave is a must-see. Go for a snorkel and see how many of the 125 different species of fish you can spot, or view from above on a kayak or paddleboard. Take a picnic lunch from the Lodge to enjoy onboard while viewing the extreme biodiversity that the Poor Knights Islands have to offer.
Tailor-Made Fishing
An 8-hour charter around some of the best fishing spots in our spectacular local area, tailored to your desire by our experienced professional skipper. Bring your catch of the day back to the lodge and our chefs will prepare it for your lunch or dinner.
Bay of Islands Explorer
A full-day cruise around the beautiful Bay of Islands. Choose which islands you would like to stop at along the way: a hike around the stunning Moturua Island; snorkelling at Roberton Island; or maybe Urupukapuka Island for ice cream on the beach and a kayak or paddleboard around the many coves and beautiful beaches. Take a picnic lunch from the Lodge to enjoy onboard Ruru in an idyllic bay or on a white sandy beach or get dropped off in historic Russell to dine at one of the excellent restaurants
Mini Cruise Charter
A two-hour trip around the beautiful local bays and beaches of Mimiwhangata Coastal Park right on the Lodge’s door step with a chance to do some kayaking, snorkelling, and stand-up paddleboarding along the way.
2 hours
Tailor-Made
You decide how you would like to spend your 4-hour cruise. There are many beaches and bays in the local area to be explored. Enjoy some kayaking and paddleboarding or drop a line in the water and try your luck for the catch of the day!
4 hours
Add-ons
Lunch Ashore
Choose from a selection of fantastic local restaurants and wineries for lunch and/or wine tasting.
Sea & Sky
Combine a full-day boat charter with a helicopter package. Options include landing on the Hole in the Rock and trips to Cape Reinga – the northernmost tip of the North Island.
Transfers
We can offer transfers from Auckland Airport and Bay of Islands (Kerikeri) Airport, subject to availability and weather conditions. Please enquire directly for more information.
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