New Zealand Tour
- Flight by Fixed Wing Aeroplane from Auckland (return)
- Bay of Islands to Paihia
- Informative and friendly commentary
- Transfers to/from Paihia - hub of the Bay of Islands
- Ferry Paihia-Russell (one way)
- 3-hour dolphin watching catamaran cruise to the Hole in the Rock, Grand Cathedral Cave & Cape Brett Lighthouse ex Russell
- Ferry to Russell (1 way)
- View Kaipara Harbour, Whangarei and Mangawhai Heads, Hen and Chicken Islands, Waipu Cove, Hauraki Gulf and Kerikeri Vineyards
- Pick up / drop offs from Auckland city accommodations to Auckland Airport with breakfast box included
Departures
| Depart | 6:30am |
| Frequency | Daily |
| Total Duration | 12 Hours approx |
| Leaves | Auckland CBD. Shuttle bus from your accommodation prior to this can be nominated at time of booking |
| Return To | Hotel drop offs available if advised at time of booking |
Booking Confirmation:
- Confirmation E-Voucher will be sent within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
- E-Voucher contains operator details, times and local contact telephone numbers
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel
This tour is the alternative way to travel to the Cape for those not looking for an long bus trip...
Departure time from central Auckland is 0630am. A breakfast box will be provided on the transfer coach. You will then be transferred to meet your aircraft for a 7.15am departure.
Flight time to the Bay of Islands is approximately 55 minutes, incorporating a brief stop in Whangarei for passengers leaving the aircraft here.
From the Bay of Islands/Kerikeri airport a courtesy vehicle will take you to Paihia, the hub of the Bay of Islands. Included in this in this tour are the following:
- 3-hour Bay of Islands Dolphin Watching cruise to the Hole in the Rock.
- One way ferry ticket to or from Russell at your leisure to explore this historic town. This is co-ordinated with your Bay of Islands cruise to allow some free time either before or after in Russell.
At a pre-arranged time you we will take you to your aircraft for the return flight to Auckland. This leg of the flight will follow the west coast route south from Kerikeri to Auckland via the Kaipara Harbour, before landing in Auckland for transfer back to your hotel.
- Adverse weather conditions may mean that scheduled itinerary cannot proceed as intended. If adverse weather means that you are unable to complete the full tour then any refund will be adjusted on a pro rata basis dependant on the flying time involved
- All flights operate subject to minimum 2 passengers
- Experienced driver-guides providing full commentary
- All aircraft are maintained and pilots licensed to New Zealand Civil Aviation requirements
- Child fares are the same as adult fares. Infants under 4 years need to travel on an adult's lap for the plane but may take a seat for the vehicle tour.
