Tours in Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

Cape Reinga Wanderer via 90 Mile Beach from Bay of Islands, New Zealand Commences: Paihia, Bay of Islands, New Zealand Duration: 11 hours   Be guided by experienced driver guides to Cape Reinga, the place where Maori spirits depart for ancient Hawaiiki. Sense the power of the ancient Kauri giant trees, shoot down massive sand dunes on sandboarding or wriggle your toes in the sand to gather your own shellfish.   Be guided by experienced driver guides to Cape Reinga, the place where Maori spirits depart for ancient Hawaiiki. Sense the power of the ancient Kauri giant trees, shoot down massive sand dunes on sandboarding or wriggle your toes in the sand to gather your own shellfish. The Waverider coaches are air-conditioned and designed for your comfort to cope with the rugged journey along the magnificent 90 Mile Beach, over sand, unsealed roads and quicksand streams. All this activity is bound to build your appetite and the exclusive lunch stop at the Houhora Game Fishing Club, overlooking the stunning Houhora harbor, offers the opportunity to try a delicious "Kiwi BBQ" lunch. This is an action packed day with ample opportunities to stop and simply enjoy this unique part of New Zealand. Highlights: ·         Explore the scenic wonders of the North in a luxury Waverider Coach ·         Cape Reinga - where the Pacific Ocean collides with the Tasman Sea Drive ·         Drive 90 Mile Beach, the sandy highway ·         Dare to ride massive sand dunes at Te Paki quicksand stream ·         Be awestruck standing under the giant Kauri trees at Puketi forest

Best of the Bay of Islands Supercruise Commences: Paihia or Russell, Bay of Islands, New Zealand Duration: 6.25 hours   The only authentic "Cream Trip". Fullers Bay of Islands have been delivering mail and supplies to island residents, exclusively for over 100 years. See idyllic sandy bays and homes up close as you truly explore life in the Bay.   The only authentic "Cream Trip". Fullers Bay of Islands have been delivering mail and supplies to island residents, exclusively for over 100 years. See idyllic sandy bays and homes up close as you truly explore life in the Bay. Great views from everywhere on the modern cruising catamaran as you are escorted around the Bay in comfort and safety. Crew share their local history and ecology. We often see a variety of marine wildlife including Whales, Seals, Dolphins, Penguins, and other sea and bird life as you travel out to the "Hole of the Rock" at Cape Brett. If the conditions are right, customers can simply pay $30.00 extra onboard to swim with a pod of dolphins! Hot showers, wetsuits and snorkel gear are all provided onboard the vessel. At lunchtime relax at the cafe or explore the walking tracks of scenic Urupukapuka Island. A selection is available from an extensive range of food and beverages at the Zane Grey Cafe at Otehei Bay. Island activities include safe swimming or take the free 20 minute Nautilus Submarine Adventure. On the Nautilus you can often see eagle rays, snapper, kingfish, trevally, spotty, and sea urchins. Snorkeling, kayak and pedal boat hire are an additional cost. Highlights: ·         Extensive cruising around New Zealand's finest Marine Park ·         "Cream Trip" mail deliveries to island residents ·         Navigate Cape Brett's "Hole in the Rock" (conditions permitting) ·         Exclusive 1.5 hour Urupukapuka Island visit - explore and relax ashore ·         Nautilus Submarine Adventure included

Excitor Hole in the Rock High Speed Adventure in the Bay of Islands Commences: Paihia or Russell, Bay of Islands, New Zealand Duration: 1.5 hours   Feel your adrenaline surge as you pass through the amazing "Hole in the Rock" around the Bay of Islands.   Feel your adrenaline surge as you pass through the amazing "Hole in the Rock" around the Bay of Islands. It's accelerated adventure all the way on board the Excitor! A unique open sea adventure vessel that will speed you around the Bay of Islands Maritime Park, powering over the ocean waters. Feel the adrenaline rush as you zoom through the islands to Cape Brett - 1600hp engines get you there pretty quickly! Blast out to Motukokako Island and pass through the "Hole in the Rock" into the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave and back past Cape Brett Lighthouse. A great trip in any weather - the bigger the waves, the better the buzz! Take your camera - there's loads of photo opportunities as we often see Whales, Seals, Dolphins, Penguins and other sea and bird life. Optional Island Experiences: The cruise operator holds exclusive commercial landing rights at Otehei Bay, Urupukapuka Island. If the idea of a nature walk, Nautilus Submarine Underwater Adventure (additional cost, payable direct), swim, snorkel or some time relaxing on a beach appeals, you can be dropped off for AU$10 extra and you can catch a later catamaran back to Paihia or Russell. Adults AU$10 and Child AU$5, payable direct on the day of tour.

Bay of Islands Full-Day Sailing by Catamaran including Lunch Commences: Bay of Islands Duration: 6.5 hrs   Sail around the beautiful 144 islands on "On the Edge", New Zealand's fastest sailing catamaran. Take the opportunity to join the crew and get involved - help raise the main sail or experience the thrill of taking the helm. If you are feeling less energetic and would like to just sit back, relax and watch you are more than welcome to. The best sailing adventure the Bay of Islands has to offer.   Sail around the beautiful 144 islands on "On the Edge", New Zealand's fastest sailing catamaran. Take the opportunity to join the crew and get involved - help raise the main sail or experience the thrill of taking the helm. If you are feeling less energetic and would like to just sit back, relax and watch you are more than welcome to. The best sailing adventure the Bay of Islands has to offer. An opportunity to experience the exhilarating ride aboard this impressive high performance catamaran, sailing the Bay of Islands. Amazing photo opportunities and the chance to view abundant sea life, an absolute must for any visitor to the Bay. Ride on the forward trampoline and enjoy the sensation of this amazing catamaran. You may even have the chance to view dolphins riding the bow wave of the yacht. At lunchtime, anchor at one of the idyllic islands where a traditional kiwi barbeque is provided, often commented on as being the best lunch in the Bay. You can go ashore and participate in some great island activities including swimming, snorkeling and nature walks, or simply kick back and enjoy the island atmosphere.

Bay of Islands, New Zealand Commences: Paihia, concludes Auckland, New Zealand Duration: 4 hours   This tour is a great transport option to get back to Auckland if you have spent a few days in the Bay of Islands. The late afternoon departure time at 4:30pm allows you to spend a full day in the Bay before leaving for Auckland.   This tour is a great transport option to get back to Auckland if you have spent a few days in the Bay of Islands. The late afternoon departure time at 4:30pm allows you to spend a full day in the Bay before leaving for Auckland. The picturesque journey will take you past scenic native forests and sub-tropical bush, before crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge to arrive into the spectacular city scene of Auckland by night. Tour Highlights include: ·         Transportation in a 5-Star luxury bus. ·         Scenic native forest and sub-tropical bushland. ·         Auckland Skyline at night