Maori Legends, Cape Reinga, Te Araroa
New Zealand: Hidden Treasures of the Far North
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The islands were one of the first marine sanctuaries established in New Zealand and have been a huge conservation success story, with adjacent fisheries having improved dramatically. On this special day, we'll be aboard a well-outfitted boat with indoor and outdoor seating and a great “fish cam” to bring us live underwater shots.\r\n\r\nToday is a day for sea kayaking, cave exploration, swimming, spotting sea mammals, and enjoying great food (snorkeling equipment is provided). Our day may bring us sightings of common and bottlenose dolphins and perhaps the orca, minke, Bryde's, and pilot whales that feed off the coast. There are also breeding colonies of rare seabirds on the Poor Knights Islands, including ternlets and Buller's shearwater. Bellbirds, native hawk, native parrot, native cuckoo, and kingfishers create the island's birdsong. 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After checking in at “The Duke,” founded in 1827, we'll spend some time on a walking tour through the town, which has its original street names from the 1800s. We'll mingle with locals and visit historic sites. Today Russell (Kororareka in the Maori language) is a quaint seaside village but it was once THE place where whalers, explorers, and other seamen came to party, earning itself the moniker among the missionaries as “the Hellhole of the South Pacific.” Dinner is on the veranda of our hotel, The Duke of Marlborough, overlooking the picturesque harbor.\r\n\r\nDriving Time: Approximately 2 hours\r\nHiking Details: Approximately 4 hours, 5.5 miles, elevation gain\/loss of 800 feet","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Russell \/ Bay of Islands \/ Moturua Island Scenic Reserve","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"A water taxi brings us out to Moturua Island, a nature reserve and wildlife sanctuary with fascinating archaeological sites. The island was the home of ancient Maori before the arrival of Captain Cook and other Europeans, and its long history of settlers spans both Maori and European occupations. Our hike brings us through rapidly regenerating native forests and along the coast where North Island robins, saddlebacks, and red-crowned parakeets sing. Dinner and overnight at The Duke of Marlborough Hotel.\r\n\r\nHiking Details: Approximately 2.5 hours, 3 miles, elevation gain\/loss of 600 feet\r\nWater Taxi: Approximately 20 minutes each way","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":6,"DayTo":6,"Headline":"Kerikeri \/ Waitangi Treaty Grounds \/ Doubtless Bay","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"A riverside walk brings us to New Zealand's most important historic site and the birthplace of the nation: the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. 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A drive along the coast in New Zealand's pristine and picturesque Northland brings us to our accommodation, Doubtless Bay Villas, set on one of New Zealand's most beautiful beaches.\r\n\r\nDriving Time: Approximately 1.5 hours\r\nHiking Details: Approximately 1.5 hours, 2 miles, elevation gain\/loss of 200 feet","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":7,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Cape Reinga \/ Te Araroa Trail","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today's scenic drive takes us north along the Aupouri Peninsula to the northernmost edge of the island and idyllic Taputoputo Bay, where we begin our hike. After a steep climb, we are rewarded with fantastic views of the coastline and the Cape Reinga Lighthouse, where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean in a spectacular swirl of currents. At the cape's northern tip is a gnarled pohutukawa tree, thought to be more than 800 years old. Maori legends say the spirits of deceased Maori leap from this tree into the ocean to return to their ancestral homeland of Hawaiki. Our path descends along the Te Araroa Trail from the lighthouse along sea cliffs with views down to the clear blue sea and out to the Three Kings Islands. We'll explore along the sweeping Te Werahi Beach before returning to the lighthouse. We gather for our festive Farewell Dinner this evening. 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At the Cape's northern tip is a gnarled pohutukawa tree, thought to be more than 800 years old. Maori legends say the spirits of deceased Maori leap from this tree into the ocean to return to their ancestral homeland of Hawaiki. 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Overview
New Zealand's North Island has its own distinctive South Pacific character, a thriving Maori culture, impeccable stretches of sheltered beach and native forest, and a perfect subtropical climate. We'll boat out to the marine sanctuary of Poor Knights Islands for snorkeling and kayaking, taste the wares in Matakana wine country, explore seaside Russell, New Zealand's first European settlement, and hike the Te Araroa Trail at stunning Cape Reinga, the northernmost point on the North Island, where it is said Maori spirits begin their final journey to the land of their ancestors. Our hikes are varied and our small group size (maximum 12) makes for a flexible adventure.
Arrive: Auckland, New Zealand
Depart: Kerikeri, New Zealand
Highlights
- Hike spectacular sections of the North Island's Te Araroa Trail
- Snorkel and kayak in the pristine Poor Knights Islands marine reserve
- Go wine-tasting in boutique wineries, explore the stunning coast at Cape Reinga
- Learn about Maori culture at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Itinerary
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From Auckland, we head through a picturesque wine region along the Matakana Coast for a hike on the dunes at Mangawhai, nestled between the Pacific and rolling farmland. A spectacular boat journey brings us out to the marine reserve of the Poor Knights Islands for a fine day of sea kayaking, cave exploration, swimming, and spotting sea mammals.
After a coastal hike with panoramc views across Sandy Bay to the Poor Knights Islands, we head to historic Russell, New Zealand's first seaport. A water taxi brings us to Moturua Island Scenic Reserve in the Bay of Islands for a hike through indigenous forests and along the coast where native North Island robins, saddlebacks, and red-crowned parakeets sing.
A riverside walk on the Te Araroa Trail brings us to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, New Zealand's most important historic site and the birthplace of the nation. From idyllic Taputoputo Bay, we hike another fantastic coastal section of the Te Araroa to the iconic Cape Reinga Lighthouse, where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean in a spectacular swirl of currents. At the Cape's northern tip is a gnarled pohutukawa tree, thought to be more than 800 years old. Maori legends say the spirits of deceased Maori leap from this tree into the ocean to return to their ancestral homeland of Hawaiki. Depart Day 8 via Kerikeri.
Dates & Pricing
Payment & Cancel Schedule
$600 due at time of reservation
90 days prior to departure: Balance
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
Included
- Expert leadership of Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders
- Accommodations in hotels and lodges
- All meals included except 1 dinner as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- A glass of wine or beer with dinner
- All land and boat transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
- Visa fees
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
QT Auckland
Day 1 (1 night)
An easy walk to either the restaurants of Viaduct Harbour or Wynyard Quarter, the QT offers offers beautiful modern rooms and a rooftop bar with fantastic views of the city and harbor. The onsite restaurant features Mediterranean cuisine.
Lodge 9
Days 2-3 (2 nights)
With only six guest rooms, Lodge 9 is a small yet charming base for our explorations in Tutukaka. There is a common lounge area that opens up to a wide veranda where you can enjoy complimentary tapas and wines in the evening. The hotel also has a saltwater pool, sauna, and is a short walk to the town.
Duke of Marlborough Hotel
Days 4-5 (2 nights)
The Duke of Marlborough Hotel is located in the heart of Russell, right near the waterfront. It was one of the first land sales to a European in New Zealand back in 1827, and operated as a hotel for whalers during their breaks to re-stock boats. The lobby and guest rooms feature vintage photographs of the area, and the hotel also has a nice restaurant that is popular among locals.
Doubtless Bay Villas
Days 6-7 (2 nights)
Set high on a hill overlooking a tranquil bay, this hotel is the perfect introduction to New Zealand's North Island. We stay in two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments with spacious living rooms, modern furnishings, and large bathrooms, and airy sliding-glass doors leading out to a private deck or balcony with fantastic ocean views of the pink-sand beach, a lovely place to watch the sunset. The villas also have free WiFi. You can upgrade to your own private apartment for the two-night stay at an additional cost and subject to availability.1/4
Trip Leaders
William Fuller
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Michael Queree
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This trip is rated Level 3, Moderate, according to our trip grading system. This is a trip for people who enjoy hiking. In general, you can set your own pace while hiking, and there is no need to keep up with the fastest walkers. You will need to be comfortable hiking up to 6 miles a day and being on your feet for 4-5 hours a day. Trail conditions, weather, and the group's level of fitness can affect hiking times and pacing.
Although you carry only a daypack, there are some steep ascents and descents and some sections that cross rough or rocky trails. On one or two occasions, our hiking routes cross an estuary or small stream and you will likely get your shoes wet (bring some Tevas or shoes appropriate for walking through water). You must be confident in your balance for these sections of the trail that include loose gravel and wet rocks.
Temperatures on the North Island in midsummer usually range between 65°-72°F, but it can get much colder. Since the weather in New Zealand is often variable so we may occasionally have to wait for it to change in order to participate in our planned activities or change our activities to suit the weather. In such a case, we may rearrange the daily itinerary to accommodate the weather conditions.
We stay in a range of delightful accommodations along the way. The rooms are not always of uniform or international size. Our leaders do their best to assign rooms in a fair way so that all participants experience an equal advantage throughout the trip as a whole. Single rooms can be requested but are not always available, due to the limited space in the hotels. If you prefer a single room, please make your request as early as possible.
One of the highlights of this trip is the chance to enjoy the fresh local food New Zealand is famous for. We'll be close to the source of much of the food we eat, experiencing a variety of dining experiences, most of which will also be memorable for the location and the company.
Our van will transport the group's luggage, so you only need to carry a daypack for items you need for the day (rain gear, sweater, camera, water bottle, etc.). Trip members are always free to skip a day's hike and travel to the next destination in the support vehicle (or spend the day in town).
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Trip Levels
With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
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- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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Most digital cameras and phones have good video options, but you may want to consider a GoPro for a lightweight, waterproof option. Always practice ahead of time with new equipment and bring your manual with you. Camera equipment is available for rent from Borrow Lenses , with a 10% discount offered to Wilderness Travel clients. This is an especially good idea for renting large zoom lenses that you may need for just one trip.<br><br><strong><br>Camera Accessories<\/strong><br>We recommend bringing at least two large capacity memory cards or a small digital storage unit (or tablet) to back up your photos, freeing space on your memory cards. Don't forget to bring a battery charger and a backup battery so one is always charged and ready to use. For trips where you may be away from power sources for multiple days, consider looking into a solar-powered battery charger or buying additional backup batteries, and check that you have the appropriate adapter for the electrical outlets in your destination.<br><strong><br>Sharing Your Images<\/strong><br>We would love for you to share photos from your trip, and with your permission, may even use your photos in our marketing materials or on our photo blog. We request that you send us a small sample of your best images. Please email your photos to <strong>wtphotoblog@gmail.com<\/strong> or tag us <strong>@WildernessTravel<\/strong> on social media.<br><strong><br>Photography Etiquette<\/strong><br>When taking pictures of local people, be aware of cultural considerations. Approaching people with a warm smile and using polite gestures or simple phrases to ask permission to photograph them usually works well. It is always recommended to engage people in conversation before asking to photograph them, but if people do not wish to have their photo taken, please honor their requests. We urge travelers to avoid giving money in exchange for photo opportunities, which makes it harder for future travelers to have a meaningful personal interaction with local people. 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Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. 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