Dive into Goat Island’s vibrant marine life on a guided snorkel tour. Explore New Zealand’s first marine reserve with expert instructors. Book now!
Dive into Goat Island’s vibrant marine life on a guided snorkel tour. Explore New Zealand’s first marine reserve with expert instructors. Book now!
- Goat Island Marine Reserve - Discover New Zealand’s inaugural marine reserve, established in 1970. Dive into the underwater kelp forests and encounter the snapper, goatfish, and eagle rays along the Leigh Coast.
- Goat Island Marine Reserve - Discover New Zealand’s inaugural marine reserve, established in 1970. Dive into the underwater kelp forests and encounter the snapper, goatfish, and eagle rays along the Leigh Coast.

- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Use of snorkeling equipment
Snorkeling at Goat Island offers more than just a swim — it’s an immersion into a vibrant, underwater realm unique to New Zealand. As the nation’s inaugural marine reserve, Goat Island is brimming with life: from dazzling schools of Blue Maomao to large Snapper, Eagle Rays, and occasionally dolphins or orcas passing by!
The Guided Boat Snorkel Tour is…
Snorkeling at Goat Island offers more than just a swim — it’s an immersion into a vibrant, underwater realm unique to New Zealand. As the nation’s inaugural marine reserve, Goat Island is brimming with life: from dazzling schools of Blue Maomao to large Snapper, Eagle Rays, and occasionally dolphins or orcas passing by!
The Guided Boat Snorkel Tour is designed for experienced snorkelers with professional instructors. Join the EPIC half-day snorkeling adventure aboard the dive boat Ocean Tales. Create unforgettable summer memories and explore the stunning coastline. Snorkel from a boat at some of the finest snorkeling spots, exploring the crystal-clear waters before delving deeper to witness the wonders up close.
With all equipment provided — and available for use throughout the day — this is an ideal opportunity to fall in love with the ocean, discover New Zealand’s premier snorkeling destination, and check off one of Auckland’s top 10 must-do experiences.
- Must be able to understand safety instructions in English
- Minimum age of 12 years. Children between 12 years and 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.