Weekend Trips

Bay of Islands & Cape Reinga

Bay of Islands & Cape ReingaBay of Islands has one of the best maritime parks in New Zealand with the 144 islands and bays. The Bay of Islands region has a bounty of marine life, including whales, penguins, dolphins and many more.

Itinerary: Friday: Leave Auckland at 3pm on the way to Bay of Islands. Sleep in Paihia at the lodge. Saturday: We’re off to Cape Reinga where we can see the junction of Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean, play on dunes or just relax on the beach. Back to the lodge in Paihia for a dinner. Sunday: Take 6 hours cruise in a Catamaran, around Bay of Islands or a 4 hours cruise to see dolphins. We’re Back home around 8pm.

Special Price: NZ$250 – Includes: 2 nights accommodation, day trip to Cape Reinga, 2 breakfasts and all transport.

Coromandel

CoromandelThe Coromandel Peninsula is a top New Zealand holiday destination with awesome scenery, white sandy beaches, hot pools, boating and fishing, art and craft, campsites and bush walks, historic towns, all types of laid back Coromandel accommodation and activities, and a friendly welcome.

Itinerary: Saturday: Leave Auckland around 9am drive to Coromandel and stop to see the beautiful and big Kauri tree. Walk to Cathedral Cove and sleep at the lodge. Sunday: Dig our own spa pool at Hot Water Beach, go kayaking or go for a speed in a motor boat (Explorer), then rest at Hahei. Back in Auckland around 7pm.

Special Price: NZ$160 - Includes: accommodation, breakfast and transport.

Rotorua, Taupo & Waitomo Caves

Rotorua, Taupo & Waitomo CavesRotorua is a spa resort, well-known for the geothermal activity in the area. There are a number of geysers and hot mud pools located in the city. Taupo is a centre of attractions – New Zealand’s largest lake is surrounded by forests, native bush, thermal wonderland, spectacular mountains and offers many activities. Visitors to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves never fail to be amazed by the splendour and beauty of the limestone formations and the magnificent glowworm.

Itinerary: Friday: Leave Auckland at 3pm on the way to Rotorua. Dinner out and sleep at the lodge. Saturday: We’re off for Rafting, Luge, Farm Show and Maori Village. Sunday: Leave Rotorua for Taupo for Bungy Jumping, Sky Diving and Jet Boating. We’re off to Waitomo Caves to see Glowworm.

Special Price: NZ$220 – Includes: accommodation, breakfast and transport.

Snow Trip

Ruapehu has two commercial ski fields, Whakapapa on the northern side and Turoa on the southern slope. snowThey are the two largest ski fields in New Zealand, with Whakapapa the larger. The private Tukino field is on the east of the mountain. The season is generally from July to October but depends on snow and weather conditions. Both ski fields are accessible by car and chairlifts, with beginners to advanced skiing slopes.

Itinerary: Friday: Leave Auckland at 3pm on the way to National Park. Dinner on the way and sleep at the lodge. Saturday: Departure 7:30am for Whakapapa or Turoa Skifields. Don’t forget your gear, lunch and a drink. After a full day in the mountain we’ll go to accommodation. Relax and enjoy the hot spa at our accommodation and join in for dinner with your friends. Sunday: We have an alternative programme for people who only want to spend one day on the ski fields. We will visit different places and do different activities. This programme will be presented by your driver.

Special Price: NZ$220 – Includes: accommodation, breakfast and transport.

Kauri Coast

Itinerary: Saturday: Leave Auckland at 8am on the way to West Coast. On the way we’ll visit to the Kauri Museumkauri and Waipoua Forest Look out. Check in our accommodation. Enjoy your free time and get ready for tonight’s activity. Evening: Waipoua Forest Night Walk, be ready for the pick up 5:45pm, two maori guides will pick you up for a 4-hour night walk in the Waipoua Forest Discover New Zealand’s giant trees. Have dinner together and if you feel like mix the locals in the local pub. Sunday: Departure for hunting & horse riding is 8:30am. When returning from the Kayaking or Hunting or Bone Carving. We will pick you up around 1pm. On the way back we will make a surprise, visit at the Labyrinth Woodworks and Maze. Stop at Baylys Beach where there is a great fish and chips shop.

Special Price: NZ$220 – Includes: accommodation, breakfast and transport.

Tongariro Crossing

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing in Tongariro National Park is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular tramping tracks, and thetongariro most famous one-day tramp in New Zealand. The crossing passes over the volcanic terrain of the multi-cratered active volcano Mt Tongariro, passing near to the immediately neighbouring Mt Ngauruhoe which can optionally be climbed as a side trip. The walk is renowned for its barren yet beautiful volcanic landscape, unusual geological features, visible volcanic activity and views of the surrounding countryside.Itinerary: Friday: Leave Auckland at 3pm on the way to National Park. Dinner on the way and sleep at the lodge. Prepare for tomorrow’s great walk. Saturday: Departure 7:30am for Mount Tongariro. Don’t forget your gear, lunch and a drink. After a full day in the mountain we’ll go to accommodation. Relax and enjoy the hot spa at our accommodation and join in for dinner with your friends. Sunday: We will visit different places and do different activities. This programme will be presented by your driver.

Special Price: NZ$220 – Includes: accommodation, breakfast and transport.