2-Day Bay of Islands Tour & Cruise from Auckland

Explore New Zealand’s history and coastal landscapes on a small-group journey from Auckland with an English-speaking driver-guide. Combine guided visits with time on the water and free time to explore Paihia at your own pace. Overnight accommodation is twin/double share for two or more travelers, with single accommodation for solo travelers.

• Discover Waipoua Forest, home to the ancient kauri tree Tane Mahuta, known as the Lord of the Forest

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Pickup. Start with a shared pickup. Your pickup time depends on your location.
2. Day 1: Guided tour. Explore the Kauri Museum, Waipoua Forest, Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Paihia on a 12-hour guided tour. Some attractions may be skipped due to capacity or weather conditions.
3. Day 1: Accommodation. The Single Traveller: 2 Day Tour with accommodation option includes single-share accommodation in Paihia at 18:30.
4. Day 2: Bay of Islands cruise and return journey. Explore the Bay of Islands by cruise, taking in Hole in the Rock and Otehei Bay, then continue through Paihia to Auckland City. This guided stage lasts 12 hours for the 2+ Travellers: 2 Day Tour with accommodation option and 10 hours for the Single Traveller: 2 Day Tour with accommodation option. Some attractions may be skipped due to capacity or weather conditions.
5. Day 2: Return. Finish at 19:00 with the included shuttle.

What's Included

• English-speaking professional driver-guide
• Round-trip transfers
• Admission to the Kauri Museum, Waipoua Forest and Waitangi Treaty Grounds
• Bay of Islands cruise
• 1 night of accommodation in Paihia

Important details

• Requires a considerable amount of walking and climbing stairs
• This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible
• Luggage allowance: 1 standard-sized bag
• Your pickup time is assigned based on your location and provided before departure. Arrive at the pickup location 10 minutes before that time