Book a trip on the Glass Bottom Boat

A must do activity on Norfolk Island is a trip out on the glass bottom boat which takes you out on the Kingston Lagoon. Also locally known as the “Glaas Bohtam Boet”, which is operated from Emily Bay, and it gives you an opportunity to explore the underwater world of the coral lagoon.

In January I enjoyed a morning cruise on the “Glass Bottom Boat” with my grandchildren and we had a fantastic time viewing the fish and coral through the glass panels in the base of the boat. Even though I am a regular snorkeler, I learnt so many details about the underwater world, as well as names of corals and local names of fish. The “Glass Bottom Boat” hosts are George and Don are the amazing guides and sharing their knowledge of the lagoon environment. There are two boats each seating 20 passengers.

Coral Lagoon Glass Bottom Boat Tour

SELF DRIVE to Emily Bay

Waelkam Abord! [Welcome Aboard].

From our 'beach jetty' (no wet shoes, easy step as you come aboard our GBB's (Glass Bottom Boats) "Mauatua" or "Fletcher".

Our tour promises an hour of interesting and educational viewing of incredible coral gardens, over 100 species of fish, vast marine life and their habitats, all topped with friendly cheerful Norfolk humour by our Bounty descendant guides.

Our two 20-seater purpose designed environmentally friendly glass bottom boats are made for very easy boardings, passenger comfort and excellent viewing.

Christian's Glaas Bohtam Boet. "Mauatua" - Goddess of the oceans. The Tahitian wife of Fletcher Christian, leader of the famous Mutiny of the Bounty.

Your hosts, Donald, George and crew are 7th and 8th generation descendants of this unique Polynesian and British union.

We look forward to greeting you as you board at Beautiful Emily Bay, then touring in the calm crystal clear waters of 'Norfjuks' Laguun'.

Tours are weather and tide dependant and cruise times and dates are advised on the information boards at the boats and tractors at Emily Bay.

To book tickets your Glass Bottom Boat tour

Phone: 50566

Or book at the Visitor Information Centre when you arrive.

Follow this internet link for more information.

Christians Glass Bottom Boat Cruise | Norfolk Island

https://www.norfolkisland.com.au/things-to-do/tours-and-activities/norfolk-island/christians-glass-bottom-boat-cruise

Thank you, George and Don for sharing your knowledge about the marine life, the fish and coral and history of Kingston for visitors and locals.

Here are a few photos from our lovely outing on the Glass Bottom Boat and a few images of coral and fish I have taken when snorkelling in the lagoon.

Betty Matthews

7 March 2025