Day in the Bay Cruise - The Original Cream Trip including Hole in the Rock

See it all on the Bay’s most iconic cruise! This full-day experience has something for everyone, from island stops to dolphin watching.

Back in 1927, Albert Fuller acquired a contract to deliver cream and other goods between island farms and the mainland. Visitors began to come along for the ride, and ‘the Cream Trip’ became a must-do activity. Today, we still follow the original route, delivering mail and supplies to the islands while we show you the very best of the Bay, from its historical highlights to its most scenic spots. Ninety years on, the Cream Trip cruise is still the best way to see the Bay.

Join us on the most extensive full day cruise around the islands of Ipipiri – the Bay of Islands. See all the highlights of this spectacular region including the historical cruise route of the original Cream Trip and an island stop at Otehei Bay to explore Urupukapuka Island.

Start the morning with a cruise through the inner islands, past the Cape Brett peninsular and out to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako. Take in the the stunning scenery, learn about the history of the area through our informative and entertaining commentary and be sure to keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine wildlife along the way.

Stop off at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island for an island stopover where you can relax on the beach, explore one of the coastal walking tracks, have a swim or hire a kayak - kayaks are available to hire at Otehei Bay during the peak season. Enjoy a bite to eat and drink from the Otehei Bay Bar & Cafe which is fully licensed and serves a range of refreshments and meals - see their menu here.

Following your island stop, we'll set off through the inner islands of the bay, past the unique Black Rocks, the historic Marsden Cross where the first Europeans settled in New Zealand and then you'll have an opportunity to try your hand at boom-netting when available!

With our Marine mammal viewing guarantee  you can come again for free if we don’t spot any marine mammals during your cruise.*

Fullers Bay of Islands is one of only two operators in the Bay of Islands that are licensed by the Department of Conservation to interact with Marine Mammals.