Above Lake Tarawera relax over an exclusive lunch at Pounamu Lodge with our hosts David and Karen. We come ashore to "go bush" driving to the Blue Lake (Tikitapu) and the Green Lake (Rotokakahi). The skipper and crew share local legends and point out historic sites. Our first highlight is a cruise on Lake Rotoiti on a 16 metre catamaran "Tiua" exploring secluded coves with the chance to take the helm, fish for trout, swim in the lake or soak in hot pools. (B)Ī leisurely day in this lakeside town at the heart of Maori culture. The sparkling blue waters of this maritime park are dotted with islands – paradise for beach lovers and sailors.Īccommodation: Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands, 2 nights. Our destination is Waitangi in the Bay of Islands. We visit the Stone Store, New Zealand’s oldest stone building. Kerikeri is a thriving town known for citrus orchards and arts and crafts. In the afternoon we tour the scenic coastal road to Matauri Bay following the picturesque coastline with views to the Cavalli Islands and the resting place of the Green Peace flagship the Rainbow Warrior. The vehicle ferry takes us from here to Kohukohu (the place of mist) to the northern side of the inlet. We leave Omapere for the tiny town of Rawene on the southern side of the Hokianga. We have a chance to explore the sand dunes and, if you are adventurous, ride a body board down the dunes. This beautiful waterway is a significant and spiritual place for Maori, something that is made evident to us as we cruise this great harbour. This morning we cruise out onto the Hokianga Harbour with the MV Hokianga Express. See the blow holes at the Punakaiki Pancake rocks and walk in the rainforest View the breath–taking Fox Glacier and Franz Josef Glacier. Stroll in Haast Pass’ mountain beech forests to waterfalls and blue pools. Scenic flight and 2.5 hour nature and wildlife cruise on Milford Sound. Stroll the Tasman Valley before cruising by boat to the ever changing face of the Tasman Glacier. On the Kaikoura Coast encounter seals, albatross and whales.Ĭruise out in search of seabirds on the ’Albatross Explorer’ off the Kaikoura Coast. Wine taste in the Marlborough premier wine region. Interislander ferry Wellington to Picton. At Lake Taupo there are expansive views across to the active volcanoesĪt Pukaha Mt Bruce Wildlife Centre you'll see kiwi, tuatara and other unique wildlife.Įxplore with a private guide on an Art Deco Tour of Napier. Huka Falls and the Wairakei geothermal power station. Rotorua Museum for evocative exhibitions and films of earlier times. Soak in the lake edge mineral hot pools, only accessible by boat. Maori concert and hangi dinner in Rotorua.Ĭruise across Lake Rotoiti on the 16 metre luxury yacht "Tiua". Kawiti caves and their Glowworm inhabitants.įerry from Whitianga to Ferry Landing, Cooks Beach. Take a dolphin cruise out to the Hole in the Rock and Cape Brett in the Bay of Islands, with the chance to swim with the dolphins. Walk with Maori guides to Tane Mahuta the giant Kauri tree in the Waipoua Forest and hear their stories and legends.įerry across the Hokianga from Rawene to Kohukohu. Quality accommodation chosen for a "sense of place". Services of your knowledgeable driver/guide. All transport by comfortable, air conditioned coach (maximum of 18 travellers).
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