Overview
The only dedicated Snorkel Boat trip on the Coromandel operating from Hahei Beach, the Gateway to Cathedral Cove and just a 5-minute boat ride into the Marine Reserve. The boat takes you to any one of a number of sites within the Marine Reserve. The trip is via Cathedral Cove.
Providing warm long wetsuits and high-quality snorkel equipment, our skippers are Qualified Scuba Instructors with a wealth of knowledge of the underwater terrain as well as local knowledge of the Coromandel area. Abundance of pelagic fish, an assortment of rays and a variety of local territorial fish awaits you, with the possibility of seeing crayfish.
Inexperienced snorkelers and non-swimmers are welcome as we have floating aides available on all trips. Prescription masks are available. Short boat rides.
Special Deal - Book onto our specialised snorkel boat tour and keep the snorkel gear for the rest of the day FREE OF CHARGE
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Full one hour in the water swimming with the marine wildlife
Use of snorkeling equipment
Presciption Masks with optical lenses
Experienced Diving and Snorkeling Skippers
Full long arm/long leg warm wetsuits
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We meet at the PADI Dive Centre beside the petrol station in Hahei Village Centre. There is parking out behind the store. Come into the store and we will organize all your equipment at the store.
We can pick up (at no charge) from Hot Water Beach Top 10 on request.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
We will suit you up in warm long arm/long leg wetsuits at the store then transport you to Hahei Beach to launch. On the way to your snorkeling site, we will be visiting Cathedral Cove so you can get some great holiday shots. Once anchored up around the islands offshore of Hahei Beach and Cathedral Cove, you will get to spend an hour snorkeling in sites that simply cannot be accessed by shore.
There are stunning areas of coastline, with rocky reefs and drop-offs or colorful shallow plateaus teaming with fishlife. You will get an hour in the water hanging out with the friendly fish, large rays and mooching snapper that are living in the Cathedral Cove Te Whanganui-a Hei Marine Reserve.
The knowledgeable skippers will help you with your snorkel techniques and confidence in the water. On returning back to Hahei Beach, we will deliver back to the Dive Centre. Please be aware of the New Zealand Adventure Activity Risk Disclosure available on our website before booking.
We can provide you with our full Hazard Register on request.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- Minimum age 5 years old
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve - Specialised Boat Snorkeling
Can I cancel Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve - Specialised Boat Snorkeling for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
We meet at the PADI Dive Centre beside the petrol station in Hahei Village Centre. There is parking out behind the store.
What's included?
- Full one hour in the water swimming with the marine wildlife
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Presciption Masks with optical lenses
- Experienced Diving and Snorkeling Skippers
- Full long arm/long leg warm wetsuits
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
The minimum age is 5 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Cathedral Cove Dive & Snorkel
