Stay in the Bay
Waitangi, Russell and your choice of cruise
Day One
Enjoy your scenic and informative drive north through small towns and beautiful farmland before arriving in Paihia and the Treaty Grounds at Waitangi. Take a guided tour of the historic site and view the magnificent Maori meeting house and large war canoe. Catch the ferry over to Russell and join in a fascinating tour of this early whaling town. Spend the evening at your leisure.
Day Two,
You choose:
Dolphin Discoveries ‘Hole in the Rock’ cruise
Visit Cape Brett and cruise through the iconic ‘Hole in the Rock’
(conditions permitting). Learn about the rich history and culture in the Bay.
View wildlife such as dolphins, whales and a variety of birdlife.
or Dolphin Discoveries ‘Swim with the Dolphins’ cruise
With the warmest water in New Zealand and the friendliest dolphin species (Bottlenose), the Bay of Islands is the best place to experience swimming with dolphins (conditions permitting).
Learn about these wonderful creatures and their habits.
Swim alongside dolphins in their natural environment.
Wetsuits, snorkels, masks and fins are provided.
or Sail NZ 'Lion New Zealand' day sail
Experience the ultimate day sail onboard Sir Peter Blake’s famous Round the World racing maxi.
Island stopover with activities such as snorkelling, swimming, nature walks, sunbathing and kayaking.
Includes BBQ lunch.
Please bring swimming gear and sunscreen.
Ocean Adventure 'Hole in the Rock'
A 2.5hr adventure out to the 'Hole in the Rock' speeding through the open waters and riding waves.
Those doing a Dolphin Discoveries cruise have the afternoon at their leisure.
Suggestions
Urupukapuka Island
Explore one of the island's archaeological walks or just sit back, relax and enjoy the views from the restaurant. http://www.oteheibay.co.nz
Paihia at leisure
– spend the afternoon on the beach, go shopping or laze beside the pool at your hotel.
Departs Paihia for Auckland at 4:20pm.
Features: EH12
Hotel pick up and drop off
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Return coach from Auckland to Paihia *Option to fly back to Auckland.
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds, return ferry and guided tour of Russell, your choice of cruise
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One nights accommodation in Paihia
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Departs: daily 7:30am from downtown Auckland, arrives back 8pm (approx).
*Fly back option arrives back 6:30pm. (Prices valid from 1 January 2012)
twin share $555*
single $660*
Price on request
*Fly back option add $190
For a detailed itinerary please click here:
Stay in the Bay – Hole in the Rock
Stay in the Bay – Swim with the Dolphins
Stay in the Bay – Lion New Zealand
