Bay of Islands Heritage Experience, Auckland, , New Zealand
The Bay of Islands is an island paradise, has a long, fascinating and often wild history. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings! Once a booming, bustling and seafaring centre, it’s now a peaceful and pristine spot, and offers the perfect base for exploring Northland through its beautiful beaches, pristine islands, energetic marine life, waterfalls, forests, and rich history. You will be spoiled for choice when it comes to must-dos in the Bay of Islands!
Description & Instructions When Visiting Auckland, , New Zealand
The Bay of Islands is an island paradise, has a long, fascinating and often wild history. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings! Once a booming, bustling and seafaring centre, it’s now a peaceful and pristine spot, and offers the perfect base for exploring Northland through its beautiful beaches, pristine islands, energetic marine life, waterfalls, forests, and rich history. You will be spoiled for choice when it comes to must-dos in the Bay of Islands!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Waitangi Treaty Grounds, 1 Tau Henare Dr, Paihia New Zealand
The Waitangi Treaty Grounds are an absolute must-do when you are in the Bay of Islands – rich in history and stories of the momentous events which shaped our nation. Take time to wander through the beautiful grounds of the Waitangi estate, complete with extensive gardens, bush tracks, beaches, and fabulous views over the Bay of Islands and beyond. Enjoy an inspiring and interactive experience as you discover Waitangi’s two contemporary museums, powerful Maori cultural performances, informative guided tours, lush native forest and gardens, carving studio with live demonstrations, marvel at the scale of Ngatokimatawhaorua, the world’s largest ceremonial war canoes (waka taua), a quality café in tranquil surrounds, and so much more, all with stunning views over the Bay of Islands.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Cruise to the Hole in the Rock, 69 Marsden Road, Paihia 0200, New Zealand
Embark on a voyage of discovery and enjoy the beauty of this area. Cruise along this historic path to remote beaches and bays, through the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands on our purpose built dolphin and whale watching catamaran. This is the most popular dolphin watching cruise in the Bay of Islands, and for good reason! Board your cruise in Paihia and take in the stunning views as we glide out through the islands and along the Rakaumangamanga Peninsula to Cape Brett, where a historic lighthouse keeps watch over and Piercy Island/Motukōkako, or as it is popularly known the ‘Hole in the Rock’. Enjoy the large outdoor viewing decks as we cruise past the islands of the Bay. Keep a look out for common and bottlenose dolphins, whales and other marine life, have your camera ready as we get you up close to the action. Hot and cold refreshments are available for purchase on board, meals & snacks can be purchased on our stop at Urupukapuka Island or feel free to bring your own.
Duration: 3 hours
Duration: 13 hours
Starts: Auckland, New Zealand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
