Optional Activities
9 Day Signature North Island
Bay of Islands
Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach
This full day trip takes you to the iconic Cape Reinga lighthouse at New Zealand’s northernmost tip, where the Tasman Sea meets the mighty Pacific Ocean. On the way your driver guide will provide an entertaining and thought-provoking insight into the wild beauty of an untouched region rich in Māori ...
Russell Mini Tour
There is no better way to explore the sights of historical Russell than on the Russell Mini Tour. This one-hour tour by coach visits the areas which cannot be easily covered on foot. You’ll see 360 degree views of the Bay of Islands from the Flagstaff Hill and learn about ...
Tall Ship Sailing - Day Sail
Join the iconic ever popular R. Tucker Thompson on our classic day sail. Day sail includes morning tea and lunch on board. A cash bar is available on all cruises. Also included is a free return ferry ticket to Russell so you can explore this historic village at leisure before or ...
Darryl's Lunch Cruise
A unique Kiwi experience. Family owned and operated out of the Bay of Islands with its roots firmly planted in a passion for sharing the beauty of the area. Your journey with Darryl’s crew is one of discovery, entertainment and a fresh display of local cuisine prepared for you onboard. ...
Darryl's Dinner Cruise
A unique Kiwi experience. Family owned and operated out of the Bay of Islands with its roots firmly planted in a passion for sharing the beauty of the area. Your journey with Darryl’s crew is one of discovery, entertainment and a fresh display of local cuisine prepared for you onboard. ...
Tall Ship Sailing - Sundowner Sail
Join the iconic ever popular R. Tucker Thompson on our popular Sundowner sail. The Sundowner sail includes a shared antipasto platter. A cash bar is available on all cruises. Also included is a free return ferry ticket to Russell so you can explore this historic village at leisure before or ...
Helicopter Scenic Flight
Fly over the crystal-clear turquoise waters found in the world famous Bay of Islands to the “Hole in the Rock”. This flight also explores from above the townships of Russell, Paihia and Waitangi, plus offers the opportunity to land on top of the Hole in the Rock by helicopter! There are ...
Cape Reinga Fly/Drive Half Day Tour
An unforgettable scenic flight experience by aeroplane. Fly the West Coast via 90 Mile Beach, spend 2.5 hours exploring the top of New Zealand in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, before returning to Paihia along the spectacular East Coast.
Auckland
All Blacks Experience
Be introduced to New Zealand culture with the All Blacks Experience, a state-of-the-art guided encounter that showcases the All Blacks and our national teams in Black through innovative technology. This full sensory and interactive experience gives visitors a unique insight into ‘Kiwi culture’ as told through the lens of the All ...
Te Wao Nui – The Living Realm at Auckland Zoo
Six stunning habitats showcasing the native fauna and flora of New Zealand. Discover the iconic Kiwi, cheeky Kea, ancient Tuatara and over 175 of Aotearoa’s native animal / plant species in an immersive journey through our native world, intertwined with Māori myths and legends. All paid entry contributes to the Auckland ...
Auckland Museum
Regarded as one of the finest museums in the Southern Hemisphere and renowned for its unique collection of Māori and Pacific treasures. Housed in one of the country’s finest heritage buildings, Auckland Museum portrays the rich diversity of New Zealand. From the great Polynesian voyages which first brought people to ...
Rotorua
Rotorua City and Lakes Tour
Our Rotorua City and Lakes Tour visits 3 of Rotorua’s stunning lakes; Rotorua, Okareka and Tikitapu. The tour lasts between 90-105 minutes. Combining the education of an historically significant area with the thrill of riding on a genuine WWII amphibious landing craft, this fully guided sightseeing experience helps showcase Rotorua’s ...
Mount Tarawera/Waimangu via Floatplane
Experience your first flight in a floatplane and enjoy the thrill of exploring the stunning views of the lakes district, vibrant geothermal reserves and remarkable volcanoes. Fly over Mount Tarawera, a dormant volcano that erupted in 1886 creating an 8km long volcanic rift along its summit – the magnitude of ...
Mount Tarawera Volcano Landing via Helicopter
Experience your first flight in a helicopter and enjoy the thrill of exploring the stunning views of the lakes district, vibrant geothermal reserves and remarkable volcanoes. Land on Mount Tarawera, a dormant volcano that erupted in 1886 creating an 8km long volcanic rift along its summit – the magnitude of ...
Polynesian Spa
Nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua lies Polynesian Spa, New Zealand’s leading international spa. A geothermal bathing and soul-soothing retreat, where you can experience wellness sourced from Rotorua’s very own backyard. Renowned for its healing waters and decadent spa therapies, discover why people have flocked to these waters since the 1800s. Waters ...
Wellington
The Wētā Workshop Experience Wellington
Dive head-first into a world of creativity, physical effects, and movie magic! The Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington is a 90-minute guided tour. Explore real props, costumes and creatures created for your favourite films. Then step onto a real shooting stage and enter our world of miniatures and modelmaking.
