Auckland (or Hamilton)-Northland    

4-Day Tour

From Auckland (or Hamilton or anywhere on the way): Shakespear Regional Park, Orewa Beach, Goat Island Guided Snorkeling Tour (Seasonal, weather dependant, subject to availability), Paihia, Activities&Tours in Bay of Islands, Kerikeri Stonestore, Coastal Scenic Drive, Maitai Bay, Cable Bay, Mangonui Fish Shop, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Haruru Falls (if time permits), Opononi Beach, Tane Mahuta (Waipoua Forest), Kai Iwi Lakes

 Highlights:

• Walk through an amazing native forest sanctuary, marvel at stunning landscapes of Shakespear Regional Park, see flocks of sheep on the grassy rolling farmlands overlooking the deep blue ocean with distant views of Auckland (Duration: approx. 2 Hours)

• Enjoy a delicious lunch beside the beautiful Orewa Beach (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

• Snorkel at Goat Island in the company of a passionate instructor. Marvel at beautiful fish and marine life in shallow waters (Duration: approx. 2.5 Hours) (Subject to availability)

• Take a short scenic walk at the Paihia Wharf, and enjoy quality food while admiring stunning views (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

• Discover the Bay of Islands, and enjoy the wide range of activities and attractions available in the area. Please note: Pre-booking your activities is essential especially in summer. (Duration: 1 Day)

• Visit New Zealand's oldest stone building in Kerikeri, bask in the beauty of Northland, swim in the clear blue crystal water of Maitai Bay or simply relax on the soft white sand beach, enjoy the breathtaking coastal views of cable bay on the way (Duration: approx. 4 Hours)

• Stop at the historic fishing village Mangonui, eat locally caught fish at the world famous Mangonui Fish Shop built over the water, and enjoy the extensive views of the peaceful harbour (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

• Learn about Maori culture and history at one of New Zealand's most significant historic site Waitangi Treaty Grounds, overlooking the picturesque Bay of Islands, and enjoy a high-energy, entertaining Maori cultural performance (Duration: approx. 1.5 Hours)

• Discover the unique, half moon-shaped Haruru Falls which is located in a hidden valley on the beautiful Waitangi River (Duration: approx. 15min)

• Discover the Opononi beach, from where you can see the magnificent Opononi Sand Dune which is on the other side of the water, marvel at the spectacular coastline views. (Duration: approx. 1.5 Hours)

• Explore the giant Kauri trees of Waipoua Forest, and visit 'The Lord of the Forest' - Tane Mahuta, New Zealand's largest known living kauri tree, approximately 2,000 years old. (Duration: approx. 20min)

• Enjoy the largest dune lakes in New Zealand - Kai Iwi Lakes which have spectacular scenery and beautiful crystal clear waters. (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

• Stop at a few surprise scenic spots along the way

Includes

✔All transport, hotel or airport pickup and drop-off

✔Bottled Water

✔Children Car Seats (Boosters)

Excludes

✗Admission Tickets

✗Meals 

✗Accommodation

Any unlisted activities can be customized if time permits.

Note: The price includes the transportation, guidance and information, gas, as well as general help during your stay. Each day the driver works maximum 10 consecutive hours from departure to end, including meals and rest time during the trip. The quotation excludes the guide service inside paid attractions, guest’s accommodation, meals and activity tickets. However, these can all be arranged by us on your behalf at no extra cost.

Itinerary Description

Day1

Morning: Pick up from Hotel/Airport

10.00am: Shakespear Regional Park (Duration: approx. 2 Hours)

12.30pm: Orewa Beach (Lunch) (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

Note: If you choose to do Goat Island Guided Snorkeling Tour, the above itinerary may be adjusted, depends on what time the snorkeling tour starts (Duration: approx. 2.5 Hours) .

5.00pm: Paihia Wharf (Dinner) (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

Day2

The whole day is about activities&tours in Bay of Islands, depends on what you have booked. The driver will take you to the start location if it’s too far to walk and then pick you up at the end of the day if necessary.

Day3

8.30am: Hotel pickup

9.00am: Kerikeri Stonestore and nearby gardens (Duration: approx. 30min)

11.00am: Maitai Bay (Duration: approx. 1 Hour) Pass Cable Bay

12.50pm: Mangonui Fish Shop (Lunch) (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

3.10pm: Waitangi Treaty Grounds (Duration: approx. 1.5 Hours)

5.10pm: Haruru Falls (if time and weather permits, the day is shorter in winter) (Duration: approx. 15min)

Day4

8.30am: hotel pickup

10.00am: Opononi Beach (Duration: approx. 1.5 Hours)

11.40am: Lunch near Opononi Beach (Duration: approx. 50min)

1.00pm: Tane Mahuta (Waipoua Forest) (Duration: approx. 20min)

2.20pm: Kai Iwi Lakes (Duration: approx. 1 Hour)

3.20pm: Back to Auckland or Hamilton drop-off place