9am - 2.45pm Cruise and Explore Combo

Come and visit Lochmara for the day to explore and experience the following activities:

• Return Boat Cruise to Lochmara on the Lochmara water taxi
• Possible marine mammal and sea bird viewing enroute to Lochmara.
• Includes an underwater observatory tour 10.10 am, 11.00 am 12.50pm and 2.45 pm, must book a time.

• Free use of the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, life jackets provided

• Safe swimming beach with children’s play equipment

• See the native Kākariki parakeets, kunekune pigs, and eels being fed     

• Explore Lochmara' s 11 acres of native bush trails, sculptures, conservation project and wildlife

• Licensed Cafe/Restaurant providing a range of food, dietary requirements, and a children's menu. 

• As a licensed premises, Lochmara is not a picnic venue.

• View the art gallery within the Café and Lochmara Reception
• 2 Hour return walk to the Queen Charlotte Track

Underwater Observatory is included

Join our fully guided tours of approx. 45 minutes aboard the floating Underwater Observatory.

Be well informed and entertained by our passionate fully qualified guides. 

The tour includes a hands-on experience at the seaside

touch tank, guided access to the underwater observatory, and a potential

stingray encounter subject to whether the wild stingray wish to see you or not!

 Please note your preferred time when booking.