About Us
Bay of Islands Adventures is a Family Owned and Operated Business established by Guy and Debbie Marshall in 2020, offering Glass Bottom Boat Trips and Jet Boat rides in the beautiful Bay of Islands.
For a more personal experience all our Boats seat a maximum of 14 passengers.
Our Skippers are locals from the Bay of Islands and have a wide range of Knowledge and are extremely passionate about the History, the Sea and Wildlife in the Bay of Islands.
Here at Bay of Islands Adventures we try our absolute best to make your Holiday in the sunny Northland one to Remember!


Our Tiaki Promise
At Bay of Islands Adventures Ltd, we are proud to uphold the Tiaki Promise – a commitment to care for Aotearoa New Zealand, now and for future generations.
As our guest, we invite you to:
- Protect nature – Respect our land, sea, and wildlife. Leave only footprints.
- Travel responsibly – Follow safety guidance and local rules.
- Respect culture – Honour Māori traditions and local communities.
- Support sustainability – Choose reusable items and tread lightly.
By travelling with us, you help protect the Bay of Islands – one of New Zealand’s most treasured places.
Tiaki means to care – Join us in keeping this place special!
Can you please add the Tiaki Logo attached by this writing and next to the qualmark logo on the bottom of the website

Our Vision
“Our vision is to be the Bay of Islands most loved Adventure Tour – where every ride brings thrills and smiles, every tour creates memories and every guest leaves with a story worth telling”

Our Mission
“Our Mission is to deliver safe, exciting and unforgettable marine adventures for families of all ages.”
- Combining the thrill of Jetboat Rides with the rich history of the Bay of Islands, and the wonder of the underwater world, in a welcoming, fun and friendly environment”
Our Values
At Bay of Islands Adventures, we take pride in our stunning surroundings and the quality of service we provide, welcoming visitors from near and far to experience the beauty of the Bay of Islands.
Sustainability and respect for nature and wildlife are top priority to our values. Our passionate local skippers share the region’s rich history and ensure every boat trip is exciting, informative, and memorable.
Whether you’re exploring vibrant sea life on our Glass Bottom Boat Trips or feeling the thrill of speed on a jetboat ride, there’s something for everyone!
With Sustainability in mind, we have partnered with Yamaha NZ to use eco-friendly engines and our boats are lifted onto air berths nightly to reduce the need for harmful chemicals.

