Bay of Islands Airport 1 hr 8
Hundertwasser Public Toilets (54 min) Quirky restrooms created by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser with bright recycled glass & mosaics. Urupukapuka Island (39 min) Camping and kayaking Motuarohia Island / Roberton Island (9 min) Pompallier Mission and Printery (5 min) Set in an 1842 historic building, this waterfront museum provides heritage exhibits & guided tours. Cruise to the Hole in the Rock (47 min) Popular catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. Omata Estate Vineyard & Kitchen (7 min) Winery, vineyard, wine, and wine tasting Flagstaff Hill Historic reserve (7 min) Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (1 hr 14) A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. The Stone Store (1 hr 13) This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. The Rock Adventure Cruise (47 min) Russell Museum (4 min) The history of the local Maori & incoming European settlers & whalers is examined at this museum. Haruru Falls (52 min) Popular spot for scenic photos & kayaking near a small waterfall, with benches & picnic tables. Waitangi Treaty Grounds (51 min) Protected site of the signing of the first accord between the British Crown and the Maori people. |