Frequently Asked Questions

Are there porta cots and high chairs available? Yes we have both of these on board but there is a small $20.00 fee. Are drinks included with the cruise? Tea and coffee are complimentary all other alcoholic and non alcoholic are available at the bar for a cost. Is there luggage storage? Yes we have limited luggage storage in our check in lounge. Please only take an overnight bag on board What should I take? Comfortable clothes for the evening (warm), swimwear or clothes for kayaking comfortable walking clothes/ shoes, sun block and an overnight bag. Can I take alcohol on board? No we only have an on license. Is there a smoking area? Yes on the back deck. This will be pointed out during the safety briefing. Will we swim with the dolphins or view them? We will not be able to swim with the dolphins unless you come across them on a kayaking or snorkeling excursion. This vessel does not have a dolphin license but we will come across them as we cruise out into the bay. Can I get picked up from my accommodation? Yes we pick up from local accommodation in the Paihia area. We also pick up from Kerikeri airport but there is a $30.00 return charge per person. Wai Ora Apartments (opposite Woolworths, Puketona Rd) for secure overnight parking - an $8.00 charge applies to this. Shuttle will pick up (on request) Do we cater for dietary requirements? Yes we do at the time of booking we will need to be advised so our chef can be made aware of in advance. Can we handle wheel chairs? There are at least 1 flight of stairs from the accommodation deck to the dining deck so if a potential customer is completely wheelchair bound it may not be the cruise for them.