New Zealand Tour
- Flight by Fixed Wing Aeroplane from the Bay of Islands
- Cape Reinga Lighthouse
- Te Paki quicksand stream and giant sand dunes with sleds provided for "sand surfing"
- Views of Whangaroa, Rangaunu, Parengarenga and Houhora Harbours, Great Exhibition Bay, Cavalli Islands, Ninety Mile Beach, and Kerikeri Vineyards
- Morning or afternoon tea/refreshments
- Return flights Paihia to Cape Reinga
- 2.5 hour vehicle tour of Cape Reinga area, including Tapotupotu Bay, Te Paki Stream & Giant Sand Dunes
- Return transfers Kerikeri, Bay of Islands airport to Paihia
- Informative and friendly commentary
Departures
| Depart | 8.15am or 1.00pm Oct - Apr., 9.00am Apr - Sept |
| Frequency | Daily. All year round (weather permitting) |
| Total Duration | 5 Hours approx |
| Leaves | Kerikeri Airport - courtesy transfers are available on request from Paihia Wharf (for Russell passengers), and accommodation properties in the Opua, Paihia, Waitangi, Haruru Falls areas |
| 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 half day tour is the alternative way to travel to the Cape for those not looking for an 11 to 12 hour bus trip...
The initial stage of the tour consists of a flight up to Cape Reinga via Northlands spectacular harbours, such as the Whangaroa Harbour and the Rangaunu Harbour. We also pass across some beautiful beaches such as Coopers Beach, Doubtless Bay and of course the famous Ninety Mile Beach. From Ninety Mile Beach we then fly inland where we land at our airfield, which is only 20km from the Cape Reinga lighthouse.
Once on the ground a comfortable air-conditioned mini-bus will meet the aircraft. It will take you on a 2½ hour tour around the top of New Zealand. After a 20 minute drive, we reach the Cape Reinga Lighthouse where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean. Our local guide will accompany you on your walk to the lighthouse, sharing the myths and legends or this very spiritual area.
We then rejoin the vehicle for a short drive to Tapotupotu Bay where we enjoy a freshly baked light refreshment. There is time for a stroll on the beach, and a quick swim if desired, then we move across to the Te Paki quicksand stream with its giant sand dunes; (we have sleds available for those who wish to experience the exhilaration of sliding down the sand dunes and try some "sand surfing").
The return flight to the Bay of Islands includes some of the most spectacular coastal scenery Northland has to offer. You will fly over the Parengarenga Harbour and Great Exhibition Bay, which are only visible by air or by sea. This area is very remote and without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in New Zealand with it's pure white silica sand and crystal clear water. The flight also passes across the Houhora Harbour, the Cavalli islands, Kauri Cliff's golf course and the spectacular Bay of Islands.
- 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. Cape Reinga vehicle tour there is a charge of $75.00 per child under 4 years
