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Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

By Bay of Islands Scenic Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €55 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

This a very comprehensive tour of the Bay of Islands area and we pack a lot into the 3+ hours.
Visit the Waitangi area, Paihia, the Haruru Falls, Opua, and travel by vehicle ferry to the other side of the bay where we visit historic Russell, Long Beach, and enjoy fabulous views from the top of Flagstaff Hill.
You will get a real feel for the Bay of Islands area. It's geography, history and our way of life.

Benefit from an expert guide and a small group size.
Extensive, detailed commentary, delivered with a dose of humour. Spectacular scenic views. Free time in Russell to enjoy a glass of wine or lunch. Passenger ferry return to Paihia included. Hotel pick-up from the Paihia area or Cruise ship wharf.

Small group size limited to 11 people ensures a personalised
experience

Activity location

  • Waitangi Golf Club
    • Tau Henare Dr
    • 0200, Paihia, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Maritime Building
    • 69 Marsden Road
    • 0200, Paihia, Northland, New Zealand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Bay of Islands Scenic Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
€54.74 x 1 Adult€54.74
Total
Price is €54.74
Until Mon, 30 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Passenger ferry from Russell to Paihia
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Car Ferry from Opua to Okiato
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    In-person guide is included which is the driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratutities

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you are unwell, please do not travel. I will refund you
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Waitangi Golf Club

  • 10m
Following pick-up, there is a short drive to our first stop of the day, close to the Waitangi Golf Course, where we enjoy a fabulous scenic view of the Bay of Islands.

Waitangi Treaty Grounds (Pass by)

We drive past the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where our guide explains in detail the history and the importance to New Zealand.

Haruru Falls

  • 15m
Next, it's a short drive the fabulous Haruru Falls where we stop for photos.

Paihia Harbour (Pass by)

Paihia is the largest village in the Bay of Islands and most of the accommodation and shopping is in this area. We drive a circuit through the village. Our guide will give recommendations explanations and suggestions on the various restaurants, and shops. We continue along the waterfront with its beautiful beaches and picturesque Island views.

Opua

  • 15m
From Paihia we enjoy a short scenic drive around the waterfront to Opua Marina, where we can stop for ice-creams, or coffees.

Okiato Vehicle Ferry Terminal

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
From Opua Marina we take our bus on the vehicle ferry for a scenic water crossing to Okiato on the other side of the bay.

Okiato (Pass by)

Disembarking from the Vehicle Ferry we enjoy a short scenic past Orongo Bay to historic Russell township

Flagstaff Hill

  • 30m
We drive to the top of Flagstaff Hill for expansive and spectacular views over the Bay of Islands. This is one of the highlights of the tour.

Long Beach Road

  • 15m
Next stop is beautiful Long Beach in Russell. Enjoy the views. Take your shoes off and get your feet wet in the sea.

Russell

  • 10m
We loop through the historic village of Russell, where historical sites, shops & eateries are described in detail.

Russell

  • 1h
Our tour concludes in Russell with as much free time as you want. Russell is a picturesque village with many stores. There's a point of difference here. Enjoy a glass of wine at one of the waterfront restaurants or have fish and chips on the beach. You will be given a passenger ferry ticket to return to Paihia. (free)

Paihia (Pass by)

If you prefer not to use the Russell/Paihia passenger ferry you have the option of returning to Paihia on the bus.

Location

Activity location

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    Waitangi Golf Club
    • Tau Henare Dr
    • 0200, Paihia, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Maritime Building
    • 69 Marsden Road
    • 0200, Paihia, Northland, New Zealand
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    Waitangi Wharf
    • Te Karuwha Parade
    • 0293, Paihia, Northland Region, New Zealand

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