Xtreme Jet Boat Bay of Islands

The glass bottom ride was an exhilarating experience. Luckily, despite the gloomy forecast for Northland, the weather was good in the Bay and we were able to have a good trip to and through the Hole in the Wall. The boat ride was thrilling to say the least because we sped right across the metre high swells, bobbing up and down as in a roller coaster ride. For the weak-hearted, the ride could be a great challenge, particularly, if the sea-state were worse and with heavier winds. However, the two senior couples who were on board, did not display any signs of discomfort or fear, throughout the whole trip. The Captain briefed us with the safety instructions and about the use of life saving equipment aboard. Each person had a life-jacket strapped on. From time to time, the Captain stopped the boat to narrate the history and geography of the Bay, its islands and the people who explored these areas and made them into modern tourist attractions. His maneuvering of the boat was deft and professional, keeping the safety of all on board, uppermost. The fishing preserve where the glass bottom of the boat was revealed and we were amazed by the array and number of fish that had gathered to feed on the pieces of bread thrown to them by us, was another great plus. Overall, the nearly three-hour ride was an amazing experience - one that is not to be missed.
May 1st, 2023

I chose not use the splash jacket kindly offered and I got wet, very wet, very very wet, and loved it all the way. The trip was awesome.
Apr 23rd, 2023

We had the most amazing experience, the staff and experience was so awesome. Absolutely love the spins and drifts, was so epic. Would differently recommend to anyone and go again myself over and over. 5 stars 10/10
Apr 22nd, 2023

Thoroughly enjoyed our trip with our kids, awesome tour guide with lots of experience, awesome boat, felt very safe. The places we went around the bay were amazing, and feeding the fish and looking at them through the glass floor was definitely a highlight of the trip. Would do it again
Apr 20th, 2023

Great boat and skipper; swell meant we couldn't get out to the rock but we appreciated getting more time at Urapukapuka - our young kids LOVED the fish feeding. The glass bottom being a big highlight.
Apr 19th, 2023