Page 7 of New Zealand Island Discoveries Shore Tours by P&O Cruises

auckland dolphin whale safari approximate duration 61/2 hours akl-h this delightful tour will take you on a scenic cruise through the hauraki gulf in search of wild dolphins and other marine life your dolphin and whale safari meet your local guide before boarding the high-speed powercat dolphin explorer and make yourself comfortable in one of the large viewing saloons in readiness for a short briefing about what to expect during your interaction with the curious dolphins your safari will take you beyond the islands of rangitoto and waiheke and into the open water of the hauraki gulf dolphins and whales are found in this beautiful area all year round other species seen throughout the year are bottlenose dolphins and orca killer whales notes every effort will be made to sight marine wildlife however sightings cannot be guaranteed depending upon weather conditions and dolphin welfare you may or may not have the opportunity to swim with the dolphins please ensure that you wear comfortable flatsoled shoes and clothing suited to the weather conditions auckland photo opportunity once dolphins have been sighted you will stop for close-up looks the beautiful colouration graceful movements and playfulness of the dolphins around the boat will provide you with endearing photo opportunities dolphin swim depending on weather conditions and currents you may have the opportunity to swim with the dolphins as well if conditions are right you will be fitted with a wet suit mask and snorkel for your use lunch and refreshments morning tea and a light gourmet bbq will be served onboard the vessel which is included in your ticket price for an additional cost a fully licensed bar and snacks are available throughout the journey what you see along the way leaving the dock you will travel through hauraki gulf passing many beautiful islands including rangitoto motuihe tiri tiri matangi and kawau as the whales and dolphins are in their natural habitat they will often move around large areas of hauraki gulf looking for food depending on the wind and tidal flows while searching for dolphins the staff or dolphin boffins will share their extensive knowledge of all marine mammals and the history geography and biological elements of hauraki gulf additional information auckland s dolphin and whale safari has one of the highest success rates of viewing and interacting with marine mammals with over 22 species already sighted for dolphin explorer this makes up over a third of the world s entire population of species auckland 10 11

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