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Enchanting Northland
5 days • 4.8
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Start
Auckland, New Zealand
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Finish
Auckland, New Zealand
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Trip Code
PHKR
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Min Age
18
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
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Transport
Private Vehicle, Boat
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Hotel (4 nights)
From £1,164(5 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Cruise through the scenic Poor Knights Islands on a full-day adventure on the water to see some of the north island’s natural beauty. This area is also a Marine Reserve and has volcanic origins over 11 million years old, creating some pretty epic biodiversity.
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Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds to learn about an important piece of New Zealand’s fascinating history, then see the world’s biggest carved waka (ceremonial war canoe)!
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Soak in the coastal beauty of Tutukaka – home to one of the world’s most gorgeous coastlines (as voted by National Geographic Traveller).
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Explore Paihia at your own pace with a full free day to scuba dive, sail, swim or relax on one of the many coastal beaches within the Bay of Islands. With a handy local leader by your side, you won’t miss any opportunity!
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Start and end your trip in modern Auckland – New Zealand's largest city. A big mix of cultures here has resulted in some pretty excellent cuisine, so why not hit up a few of the famous restaurants in your downtime?
Itinerary
Sail, snorkel and sightsee your way through the Bay of Islands
Explore sub-tropical islands and world-famous coastlines on this five-day journey into Northland. Calling all nature lovers, this corner of New Zealand’s North Island is like another world. Northland is known for its dense forests and warm weather, creating a paradise made up of 144 islands – the Bay of Islands. With a small group, you’ll go swimming in the warm seas, take a full-day cruise through the scenic Poor Knights Islands, go scuba diving, snorkelling and kayaking and pay a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Gain insight into one of the most important moments in New Zealand’s history and learn about Māori culture. With free time for an adrenaline-filled adventure in Paihia (or some downtime kicking back on one of the gorgeous beaches), this journey will be nothing short of enchanting.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Auckland
- DAY 2Day 2 • Auckland / Tutukaka
- DAY 3Day 3 • Poor Knights Islands / Paihia
- DAY 4Day 4 • Paihia
- DAY 5Day 5 • Waitangi / Auckland
Inclusions
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4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
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Private Vehicle, Boat
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Hotel (4 nights)
festival Included activities
circleMatapouri Beach - Visit
circleWhangarei Falls - Visit
circleTutukaka - Poor Knights Islands Day Cruise
circleWaitangi - Treaty Grounds
museum Optional activities
circleBay of Islands - Island Hopper Day Cruise (October to April only) - NZD195
circleBay of Islands - Hole in the Rock Cruise (4 hours) - NZD160
circleBay of Islands - Discover Scuba Diving - NZD369
circleRussell - Ferry - NZD20
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Friday Oct 03, 2025
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 7 spaces left
£1,425£1,211
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Friday Oct 17, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left
£1,370£1,164
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Friday Nov 07, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 5 spaces left
£1,639£1,393
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Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Saturday Nov 22, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 11 spaces left
£1,425£1,211
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Saturday Dec 06, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 11 spaces left
£1,480£1,184
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Monday Dec 15, 2025
Friday Dec 19, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 8 spaces left
£1,480£1,184
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Friday Jan 02, 2026
Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 13 spaces left
£1,480
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Friday Jan 09, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left
£1,480
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Friday Jan 16, 2026
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left
£1,480
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Friday Feb 06, 2026
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 9 spaces left
£1,452
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Sunday Feb 15, 2026
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left
£1,425
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Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Saturday Feb 28, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 14 spaces left
£1,425
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Friday Mar 06, 2026
Tuesday Mar 10, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 12 spaces left
£1,370
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Friday Mar 20, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left
£1,370
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Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Saturday Mar 28, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 15 spaces left
£1,370
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Important notes
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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (5)
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Robert
Mar 21, 2025
Outstanding value.
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Maureen
Mar 12, 2025
I toured New Zealand with Intrepid! Seeing this beautiful country with skilled guides, well thought out itinerary was amazing. A happy mix of organized sightseeing and freed time, too. Lovey, comfortable, accomodations.
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Nola
Mar 12, 2025
Ultimate New Zealand with Intrepid was a fantastic trip that allowed us to explore the incredible north and south islands of New Zealand with ease and comfort. The highlights were many and the drives between places a feast for our eyes. Our leader, Hayley, ensured our trip was memorable and trouble free. We loved our time in New Zealand and recommend this trip whole heartedly.
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Susie
Mar 04, 2025
This 24 day tour, allowed you to experience as much of NewZealands land and culture as was possible in the time allowed.
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sanchi
Mar 04, 2025
Great trip of epic south island only. Be aware that others already on tour so may be hard to join established group.