Eco-Trail of Hokianga & Waitangi Treaty Grounds Heritage Trail

Paihia / Waipoua Forest / Waitangi

On arrival in The Bay of Islands you will be met by your Guide and board your transport for your 'Eco-Heritage Trail' of Hokianga and the Bay of Islands. Your Guide will brief you on the day's events and procedures, before we embark on your trail.

Description: Join us today on an 'Eco-Trail of Distinction' to the fascinating 'Waipoua Kauri Forest'. We travel toward the West Coast past two tiny settlements Opononi, and Omapere, nestled in the Hokianga Harbour, reaching 'Waipoua Forest' allowing you an 'exclusive' guided visit of 'Tane Mahuta', God of the Forest - New Zealand's largest 'Kauri tree' - a spectacular view. Be endicted by the Myths and Legends presented by your personal Guide as they deliver the Cultural significance of this amazing tree species through song - 'waiata' and prayer - 'mihi'. This is a 'must-see and do' excursion for any visitor wanting to appreciate the importance of how Eco-systems have played such an important role in our evolvement. After leaving Waipoua Forest, we make our way back to Omapere for lunch overlooking the  picturesque Hokianga Harbour where the famous Maori navigator 'Kupe', called home. This concludes this informative and interesting visit in this part of Northland. We return to the Bay of Islands for your 'Heritage -Trail' component of the days events and 'Waitangi' to relish in a guided tour of New Zealand's famous meeting house. A treaty between the Maori and the Europeans was signed some years later in Waitangi, and Northland became known as the 'birthplace of a nation'. The 'Treaty House' stands proudly amidst a vast, peaceful park. Also of interest on the site is a fully carved Maori Meeting House, one of the largest remaining Maori war canoes and a superb visitor centre and gallery. 'Waitangi' is a place that all New Zealanders belong to - it is a 'must see' for any visitor interested in New Zealand's history and culture. Your day has come to an end in the 'Bay of Islands' and we trust that this has enriched and enlightened your understanding of this important region of New Zealand as we make our way back to your Vessel for departure.

Duration: 6 hours General information: *This tour is suitable for all ages. *Tour times are determined by the arrival and departure times of  the boats. *We make sure you will be back at the boat on time for departure. *All tours are escorted by Maori Guides. For further information, please contact us . What to bring: Sunhat / Cap Sunglasses Sunscreen Raincoat Reasonable Walking Footwear Camera Warm jacket Price: $145.00 NZD / Person The price includes the following: Air-conditioned Coach transport Maori guides / Chaperone Tane Mahuta - Waipoua Forest Lunch Crossings Hokianga Treaty grounds - Waitangi Numbers: Maximum numbers: 25 Schedule for the day's tour: Pick up from the pier in Waitangi Tane Mahuta - Waipoua Forest Crossings Hokianga Lunch Treaty grounds - Waitangi Drop off at the pier in Waitangi Bookings are essential.

Available Dates 2009-2010: (Cruise Season ONLY)

November 2009	13	16	24
December 2009	3	7
January 2010	1	2	4	11	25	30	31
February 2010	1	2	4	8	11	14	15	17	20	21
March 2010	2	5	6	11	25

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Testimonials

... another excellent tour by Indigenous Trails, led with professionalism and good humour. Our forest guide Bill was knowledgeable, entertaining but more importantly authentic ... enjoyed the Harbour Cruise, excellent food and commentary ... Thank you for a superb day long to be remembered ... Ian & Linda Churchward, Perth, WA, Australia

Very enjoyable ... good Harbour Cruise and Lunch ... the Kauri forest was very moving, especially our guide Bill ... welcoming and hospitable. Fantastic to meet Indigenous people and share their Culture and the love of their land and people ... all wonderful - Fantastic ... Phil Bowden & Judy Smith, Victoria, Australia

Harbour Cruise - wonderful ... Restaurant - great location! ... Food - fantastic ... Guides - well informed ... Kauri Forest - AWESOME ... Nice rest stops for ladies ... THANK YOU ... Pam & Romeo Cote, USA

... friendly welcome & great way to see a part of the Far North and Bay of Islands for the day from a Cruise Ship ... Harbour Cruise of the Hokianga - beautiful and informative with commentary of the local history ... Lunch - scrumptuous ... Bill the forest guide gave us a wonderful insight into Tane Mahuta ... Excellent ... we had a great day! ... Nicole, Max & Jenny Clothier, NSW, Australia

Excellent day out ... loved the Kauri forest and Trees ... 5 - star value! ... Oliver Crawford, Australia

Good work ... humour and marketing ... Liza Subarkah, Sydney, Australia