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- Guided in English
- Group Size 5 - 14
- Age range 16 to 90

Highlights
- Venture through the enchanting rocks of Waitomo Caves
- Mingle with the locals and learn all about the Maori culture
- Weave through the trees on a bike at Whakarewarewa Forest
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrive, journey north, Waipoua Forest and Footprints tour
- Day 2 Te Pouahi Reserve, Waitangi River walk, Bay of Islands
- Day 3 Hike Cape Brett, visit Ruapekapeka Pã site
- Day 4 Cruise Poor Knights Islands, snorkel or kayak
- Day 5 Hike Northland coastline
- Day 6 Free day in Auckland
- Day 7 Visit Te Aroha, hike to Wairere Waterfall
- Day 8 Mountain bike Whakarewarewa Forest, visit Te Puia
- Day 9 Hike Rainbow Mountain, hike to Huka Falls
- Day 10 Hike Tongariro Alpine Crossing, soak in hot pools
- Day 11 Visit Waitomo Caves, depart for home
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Guide
- Insurance
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Optional
- Additional Services
- Transport
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Operated by
Active Adventures
Number of tours
51
Age Range
6 to 99 years old
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
100%
Our aim is to share with you the grandeur of the outdoors, the joy of...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Kathy· December 28th, 2022This was a great tour! The guides (Lauren and Jonathan) were very accommodating with the different fitness levels of the guests and weather conditions. I loved that the guides cooked some of the meals which allowed us the freedom to relax and share wine and experiences. The hikes were excellent and liked the other activities. Sandboarding, cave tubing and mountain biking were a must do. This tour hit all the great places on the North Island. Highly recommend!Show moreTrip date: December 2022
- ARebecca· November 11th, 2015Lots of great hikes interspersed with Maori culture and a little New Zealand history. Even the driving was scenic. Had an amazing time!Show moreTrip date: October 2015
- AJohn· January 13th, 2019Josh and Annika were absolutely fantastic. Everything about the trip was great, but the two of them were the glue that brought all of the constituent parts together.Show moreTrip date: November 2018
- ARobert· November 17th, 2013The Kauri trip was great, and in true Active Adventures fashion, the guides were awesome. We were lucky when it came to the weather, and our guides pulled no punches in letting us know what to pack and what to expect if the worst happened. They also did not hesitate to make a decision when the 'bad weather' never came urging us to press on and continue the adventure.Show moreTrip date: October 2013
- AKristina· November 23rd, 2013What an absolutely breathtaking country! We saw everything from bubbling mud pools and geysers to a hail storm on top of Tongariro Crossing. We had a blast on this trip and we created new friendships that will last a lifetime! Cheers!Show moreTrip date: October 2013
- ADavid· March 12th, 2013This was truly the trip I will never forget and the people that I shall always cherish in the fact that I was able to meet them and learn something of their lives. Sally and Lauren were great not just as tour guides but as hosts and ambassadors of a spectacular nation. I hope to return soon if only to attempt to replay the adventures and experiences of the first. Many thanks to Lauren and Sally.Show moreTrip date: October 2013
- ASarah· September 12th, 2013This was a great way to see the North Island! I had a blast and it was the perfect addition to the Tui trip. I would love to try the extended version of this trip as well!Show moreTrip date: November 2013
- AEric· September 12th, 2013Great trip on the North Island! Hiking the Tongariro Crossing and black water rafting at Waitomo Caves were the highlights for me.Show moreTrip date: November 2013
- ABryan· December 18th, 2013We enjoyed the beautiful hikes, waterfalls, geysers, culture, lodges and landscape. The guides were first class and the lodging was first class! It was unfortunate that our flights were delayed getting into New Zealand so we missed the first two days of our trip but the management, staff and guides worked together to help us meet up with the rest of the group and enjoy the remainder of the vacation.Show moreTrip date: October 2013
- ABrad· December 1st, 2014Jacs and DK were phenomenal hosts for our short five days in the North Island. Accommodations were great and the food was plentiful. Our hikes and bikes were well planned and had options for all skill levels. We are looking forward to our next Active trip!Show moreTrip date: December 2013
Dates & Availability
11 days
Ultimate North Island Adventure
From Auckland to Auckland
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