Day Tour to Bay of Islands From Auckland

Cherish the Raw Beauty of the Bay of Islands

Travel to the Bay of Islands from Auckland in a comfortable Mercedes Benz. The route is filled with some of the most stunning views in New Zealand. The landscapes offer rugged mountains, rainforests, blue oceans, deep gorges, and hills with spectacular views.

Once at the Bay of Islands, you can enjoy some of the beautiful attractions it offers. Enjoy a 4-hour cruise in which you will sail by pristine islands on your way to Cape Brett Peninsula. At the cape, you come to view the beautiful historic lighthouse. The highlight of the cruise is passing through the Hole in the Rock (conditions permitting), a rock formation you can sail under as it forms an amazing arch above you. The cruise also gives you a chance to enjoy a glimpse of bottlenose dolphins. Enjoy the plethora of other marine life and wildlife as you cruise by, gleaning information from a knowledgeable skipper.

Enjoy a Cultural Experience at the Birthplace of New Zealand

Discover the history of New Zealand at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour. The 3-hour tour is led by a well-informed local Maori guide who provides insightful snippets about the birthplace of New Zealand. Here, you can enjoy an energetic Maori cultural performance, explore Waitangi’s heritage buildings, such as the Waitangi Treaty House and Te Whare Runanga or the Carving Meeting House, and watch a live demonstration of the traditional wood carving methods of the Maori. Interestingly, the Waitangi Treaty House was the home of the first British resident in New Zealand.

At the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, you can take pictures of the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe and visit the Museum of Waitangi as well. The museum is home to a collection of amazing treasured objects or taonga. These are remnants of the history of Waitangi and the Treaty of Waitangi, the historic founding document of New Zealand.