Explore New Zealand’s North Island on a 5-day tour from Auckland. Cruise to the Poor Knights Islands, visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and relax on the beaches of Tutukaka.

Highlights

• Cruise the Poor Knights Islands, a stunning marine reserve with rich biodiversity
• Visit Waitangi Treaty Grounds and see the world’s largest carved waka canoe
• Admire Tutukaka’s coastline, voted among the world’s most beautiful by NatGeo
• Enjoy a free day in Paihia to dive, sail, swim or relax on pristine beaches
• Start and end your adventure in Auckland, exploring its vibrant food scene

Description

Day 1: Auckland Welcome to Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland)! Meet your guide and group at a welcome meeting at 6:00 PM. If you arrive early, explore the Auckland Sky Tower (New Zealand's tallest building with optional jump), Auckland War Memorial Museum, or the CBD. Enjoy a welcome dinner with your group to kick off the adventure. Day 2: Auckland to Tutukaka Start with breakfast at a local café before a scenic drive to Tutukaka (3.5 hours). Stop at the 26m-high Whangarei Falls for photos, then continue to Matapouri Beach to relax on soft sand and enjoy ocean sounds. Arrive in Tutukaka, a coastal city with world-famous beaches and coastline—rated one of the top three coastlines globally by National Geographic Traveller. Day 3: Poor Knights Islands to Paihia After breakfast, set off on a full-day cruise to the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve. These 11-million-year-old volcanic islands feature spectacular drop-offs, walls, caves, arches, and tunnels with unique biodiversity. Enjoy sightseeing, kayaking, cave exploring, snorkeling, swimming, and sea mammal spotting. Visit Rikoriko Cave—the world's largest sea cave, accessible only by boat. Then, take a scenic drive to Paihia (1.5 hours) for an overnight stay. Day 4: Paihia Enjoy a full free day in Paihia, gateway to 140+ sub-tropical islands in the Bay of Islands. Optional activities include exploring coves and beaches, cruising through the natural rock archway (Hole in the Rock, NZD $160), scuba diving (NZD $369), dolphin watching, or skydiving. Your guide provides insider tips on activities and dining. Day 5: Waitangi to Auckland Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds to learn about New Zealand's history and Māori culture. See the world's largest carved waka (ceremonial war canoe) at 35m long. After lunch, take a scenic drive back to Auckland (3.5 hours) via Northland's east coast beaches. End your trip in Auckland in the late afternoon.

Includes

Meals - 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner Transport - Private Vehicle, Boat Accommodation- Hotel (4 nights) Included activities Matapouri Beach - Visit Whangarei Falls - Visit Tutukaka - Poor Knights Islands Day Cruise Waitangi - Treaty Grounds

Important Information

• Welcome meeting at 6:00 PM on Day 1 Optional activities available at an additional cost Trip ends in Auckland in the late afternoon on Day 5 Vegetarian and vegan options are widely available in New Zealand Gluten- and lactose-free diets are also well catered for in most restaurants

Easy cancellation

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