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A visit to New Zealand is not complete without a journey to the top of the North Island - Cape Reinga (Te Rerenga Wairua). Uncover the wild beauty of this vast and untouched region that is rich in Maori culture and tradition.
This journey will take you to Cape Reinga, where according to Maori legend, spirits depart on their journey to the homeland - Hawaiki. On your way, visit the ancient Puketi Kauri Forest, with a 20 minute boardwalk past 1,000 year old Kauri trees and native bush. Stop for morning tea then later enjoy a BBQ lunch at Houhora for $23. On arrival at Cape Reinga, stand on the northern most tip of New Zealand and watch the Pacific Ocean collide with the Tasman Sea. Ask your driver guide about planting a native tree at Cape Reinga (optional extra).
Then take the opportunity to try sandboarding down the massive sand dunes on boogie boards at Te Paki Stream - try it if you dare! A fun experience that is available to all passengers. Your journey along the vast and empty Ninety Mile Beach will provide striking contrasts to the busy and populated East Coast. Feel the sand between your toes as you help your driver guide dig for shellfish (conditions permitting) on Ninety Mile Beach.
This is an action packed day with ample opportunities to take photos or simply enjoy this unique part of New Zealand.
Refreshments
Morning tea stop for refreshments (own expense). Lunch can either be purchased at the morning tea stop or pre-book our delicious $23.00 BBQ lunch (vegetarian option is available on request).
Commentary
A full commentary is provided in English by your driver guide. Printed guide sheets are available in German, Japanese and Mandarin.
Tour Highlights include:
- Explore the scenic wonders of the North in a luxury Waverider Coach
- Cape Reinga - where the Pacific Ocean collides with the Tasman Sea
- Drive 90 Mile Beach, the sandy highway
- Dare to ride massive sand dunes at Te Paki quicksand stream
- Be awestruck standing under the giant Kauri trees at Puketi forest
| Departs Paihia: | 7.00am |
| Returns Paihia: | 6.15pm |
Terms and Conditions - Please ensure you have read these before booking your tour.
Great Sights is a division of the InterCity Group (NZ) Ltd. For information on InterCity Buses visit bus.nz.com.
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