Itinerary

Day 1: Auckland to Urupukapuka Island

We head north to Paihia with stops to see Kauri trees and to snorkel at Goat Island Marine Reserve. We stay on Urupukapuka Island for 2 nights and take a wildlife cruise to explore the 144 islands in the Bay of Islands to get there (late afternoon). You may see dolphins and other marine life on this trip. (D)

Day 2: Urupukapuka Island

Wake up to the sounds of native birds on this amazing, historic island. Surrounded by stunning beaches and bushland, you have the day free to do one of the great walks and explore the island, go swimming, kayaking, fishing or just relax on one of the golden sand beaches! There are also historic Maori Pa sites on the island to check out.

Day 3: Urupukapuka Island to Auckland

At midday we leave the island via boat and head back to the mainland. We then head to the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Ruapekapeka battle site before making a stop at the Native Bird Recovery Centre (to see more native birds up close) arriving back into Auckland around 7.00pm. (B)