Bay of Islands Airport 1 hr 13
Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (1 hr 19) A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. Cruise to the Hole in the Rock (51 min) Popular catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. Russell Museum (3 min) The history of the local Maori & incoming European settlers & whalers is examined at this museum. Haruru Falls (57 min) Popular spot for scenic photos & kayaking near a small waterfall, with benches & picnic tables. Motuarohia Island / Roberton Island (5 min) Hundertwasser Public Toilets (59 min) Quirky restrooms created by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser with bright recycled glass & mosaics. Christ Church, Russell (5 min) Church and history Pompallier Mission and Printery (4 min) Set in an 1842 historic building, this waterfront museum provides heritage exhibits & guided tours. Urupukapuka Island (43 min) Camping and kayaking The Rock Adventure Cruise (51 min) Flagstaff Hill Historic reserve (16 min) The Stone Store (1 hr 17) This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. Waitangi Treaty Grounds (56 min) Protected site of the signing of the first accord between the British Crown and the Maori people. |