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Hole in the Rock Experience - Overnight [2 Day Tour]
Hole in the Rock Experience - Overnight [2 Day Tour]
Hole in the Rock Experience - Overnight [2 Day Tour]
Hole in the Rock Experience - Overnight [2 Day Tour]
Hole in the Rock Experience - Overnight [2 Day Tour]

Private Tour[2 Days]:Bay of Islands, Waitangi, Russell & Hole In The Rock Cruise

By ExperienceKart
Price is AU$2,235 per adult
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Overview

As one of New Zealand’s most popular summer destinations, the breath-taking natural beauty and 144 islands makes for an idyllic aquatic playground. Once a booming, bustling and bawdy seafaring centre, it’s now a peaceful and pristine spot, and offers the perfect base for exploring Northland. You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to must-dos in the Bay of Islands! Embark on a voyage of discovery and enjoy the beauty of this area when you join a daily cruise to hole in the rock, the most popular dolphin watching cruise in the Bay of Islands, then to one of New Zealand’s most historic locations, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and take in the sights of Russell on an intimate one-hour coach tour

Activity location

  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    • 1 Tau Henare Dr,
    • Paihia, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
    • 8 Customs Street East
    • 1010, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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TG2023
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d2d
  • English

Stay & Accommodation: Accommodation is not included in this package. ExperienceKart can arrange this for you or you can choose to book your own.
Private Tour: This is a private tour offered for you & your small group. Other groups of people won't travel together in this experience.
Duration: 2 days
Meal & Drinks: Meals & Drinks are not included in this package.
Vehicle Type: Temperature Controlled Luxurious Minibus or a Mid Sized Saloon or 4x4 depending upon availability & group size.
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00 am
Price details
AU$2,235.12 x 2 AdultsAU$4,470.24
Total
Price is AU$4,470.24

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary refreshments and water on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedFully guided return transfers from Auckland
  • What's includedWhat's includedLuxurious temperature controlled transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedJourney to the iconic Hole in the Rock
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Museum
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to 1 hour Russell Mini Tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedStop off at Urupukapuka Island and lunch stop at Otehei Bay
  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary high-speed internet on-board the minibus
  • What's includedWhat's includedDiscover some of the 144 stunning islands in the Bay of Islands on a scenic cruise
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmire iconic buildings, breath-taking examples of Maori architecture
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnjoy a high-energy Maori cultural performance
  • What's includedWhat's includedEngaging and informative commentary in English
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour this tranquil seaside town through Russell Mini Tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedIndoor and outdoor seating with large viewing deck
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to 4 hours Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise
  • What's includedWhat's includedMarvel at the breath-taking scenery en route
  • What's includedWhat's includedStand atop Flagstaff Hill for 360° views of the Bay.
  • What's includedWhat's includedJourney by boat across the pristine Islands & learn about New Zealand's history and Maori culture
  • What's includedWhat's includedA local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
  • What's includedWhat's includedComplimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD
  • What's includedWhat's included4 Star Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis including Breakfast.
  • What's includedWhat's includedExplore the historic site where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed
  • What's includedWhat's includedKeep a lookout for dolphins, whales, or orcas(at mother nature's discretion)
  • What's includedWhat's includedAdmission to Guided Experience at Waitangi Treaty Grounds
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch & Dinner

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A full commentary is provided by your skipper. A limited number of multi-lingual headsets are available in German, French and Mandarin Chinese.
  • A portion of your fare contributes to marine mammal research and conservation.
  • You will be able to purchase lunch from the café at Otehei Bay.
  • Snacks and drinks are also available for purchase onboard the vessel.
  • From December - April: on the day, you can opt to extend your time on the island (subject to availability) and there is also the option to hire paddleboards and kayaks.
  • The site is wheelchair accessible but please be prepared for uneven surfaces, which may be difficult for those with limited mobility and wheelchair users.
  • Interacting with common and bottlenose dolphins, orca, whales and other marine mammals is subject to DOC regulations.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • You are welcome to bring your own prepared food, snacks and or drinks (alcoholic drinks limited to guests 18 years and older by New Zealand law).
  • You can buy hot and cold drinks and limited snacks on board, or grab a meal at the cafe on Urupukapuka Island. Limited menu available in winter.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer & essential personal items.
  • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as these locations are the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
  • You are welcome to bring your own food. There is also hot and cold food available for purchase on board.
  • This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Russell Mini Tour & Overnight Stay in Paihia
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis including Breakfast.
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Exploring 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. Gain a deeper understanding of Maori culture during a guided tour with one of our professional guides and enjoy a high-quality cultural performance in our beautiful carved meeting house (Te Whare Rananga).
Russell
  • 1h
Join Russell Mini Tours to explore the idyllic historic seaside village of Russell. Steeped in history Russell was the country’s first sea port for merchant traders, the first settlement for the early European arrivals and nearby ‘Okiato’ was New Zealand’s first national capital.
Day 2: Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise and return to Auckland
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Cruise to the Hole in the Rock
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
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’. Hot and cold refreshments are available for purchase on board, meals & snacks can be purchased on our stop at Urupukapuka Island

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESWaitangi Treaty Grounds
    • 1 Tau Henare Dr,
    • Paihia, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMövenpick Hotel Auckland
    • 8 Customs Street East
    • 1010, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

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