Arrive: Auckland, New Zealand
Depart: Kerikeri, New Zealand
After a coastal hike on the Whananaki Coastal Walkway with panoramic views across Sandy Bay, we head to historic Russell, New Zealand’s first seaport. We board a boat to head out into the Bay of Islands, one of New Zealand's most beautiful maritime and wildlife sanctuaries, on the watch for dolphins, penguins, and seabirds in their natural habitat.
We visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, New Zealand’s most important historic site and the birthplace of the nation. From Whangaroa, we’ll hike up St. Paul’s Rock, set in a stunning natural bay blanketed in native forest. The top reveals panoramic vistas stretching over the harbor. Another hike traverses the spine of the Mahinepua Peninsula to a white-sand beach and we’ll walk to the Rainbow Warrior Memorial at the top of the headlands overlooking Matauri Bay. Depart on Day 8 via Kerikeri.
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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.
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