| Spirit of d'Urville overview:
8.9m mono hull licensed for 16 passengers for recreation in the French Pass d'Urville Island area.
Winner of two tourism awards, knowledgeable skipper, catered charters available.
Options include:
Wildlife discovery tour $70pp
This exciting on water tour takes you through the swirling currents and whirlpools of the French Pass passage visiting nesting birds and seabirds as they work the waterways for food. Discover the intriguing French Pass history and view king shag, spotted and pied shag, terns, shearwaters, gannets, giant and diving petrel, blue penguin, seals and often dolphin. Touch the unique character of French Pass & d'Urville Island via the "Spirit of d'Urville".
Seal & dolphin swim $98pp
A natural encounter at its best. Snorkel with seals and dolphins and enjoy the playful nature of these wonderful mammals. Department of Conservation Marine Mammal Watching Permit (from 2 to 4 hours, year round) and swimming permit. A personal experience in the clear sheltered waters of French Pass and d'Urville Island.
Charter for sportfishing & diving from $520 per 4hrs for up to six people
Vessel charter with experienced guide and catch and release and tagging options around French Pass and d'Urville Island. Species include: snapper, kingfish, groper, kawhai, blue cod. Diving includes the wreck of the Mikhail Lermontov recommended for experienced divers and only 1.5 hours away. Clear water and an abundance of marine life make d'Urville Island a top diving destination. Often referred to ‘the Poor Knights of the South'.
Water taxi rates on request
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