Shore Excursion - Your Kiwi Cultural Connection

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Looking for a genuine connection with the Indigenous Māori? Step off the tourist trail and come experience the warmth of authentic Māori hospitality with you warm and welcoming hosts, Mervyn & Rangimarie. Learn about New Zealand’s beautiful Maori culture directly from knowledgeable and passionate descendants of the land. Experience our culturally significant sights with waterfalls, kauri trees and pā sites, learn a Maori song, make a flower using our native plants, share our stories and indulge in some of our favorite Kiwi kai. This is an unforgettable experience. where you will be creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.  This is not your normal touristy tour, very personal, very real, very unique.

What's Included

Local guide
Bottled water
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Lunch
Beverages
Live commentary and activities on board
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Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from any of the 3 main cruise ship ports in Northland, New Zealand. Waitangi wharf Bay of Islands, Port Nikau in Whangarei and Northport in Marsden Point Ruakaka.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    If your Port is Waitangi, you will be greeted and picked up from the Waitangi Wharf. You will be taken on a journey by the wonderful storyteller as he shares our culture and history as we travel to our hometown, Whangarei.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Experience the beautiful Otuihau water fall where we share the cultural significance of one of Northland's most visited sites.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will be immersed in the beauty of one of our native forests and our oldest living trees, the Kauri. Their sheer size will have you in awe, as well as the stories that go with them.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Lunch overlooking the beautiful Whangarei harbour. Your with the locals so we will share with you the best Kiwi kai we love to eat, fresh fish n chips. We will try and accomodate any special dietary requirements.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We will cruise through Paihia before returning you to the Waitangi wharf.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Supplied by Tu Tika Tours Limited

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Zombie
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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