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ISLANDS OF THE
HAURAKI GULF
EXPEDITION CRUISING THE HAURAKI
GULF AND BAY OF ISLANDS
EXPEDITION DOSSIER
JANUARY – MARCH 2022
New Zealand
© Shaun Jeffers
ISLANDS OF THE HAURAKI GULF
© Alistair Guthrie
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xplore the famed islands and coastlines of the Whangaroa
Cavalli Islands
Harbour
Hauraki Gulf Marine Park and Bay of Islands as we
Wangamumu
delve into the region’s early New Zealand history, Paihia
visit island sanctuaries where native wildlife Helena Bay
Poor Knights Islands
flourishes, and learn about the region’s conservation
success stories and on going efforts on this 8-day
expedition of Northland. Mokohinau Islands
Hen &
Chickens
Spanning 1.2 million hectares of scenic glittering ocean Islands Great
Barrier
between Auckland and the Coromandel Peninsula, five Island
marine reserves and more than 50 islands, the Hauraki
Gulf is a veritable aquatic wonderland and lays claim
Tiritiri Matangi
Island
to having some of the country’s most beautiful beaches
and hidden coves, perfect for exploration by kayak.
Auckland
The union of three channels, Colville, Cradock and
ITINERARY
Jellicoe, connect Hauraki Gulf with the Pacific Ocean
putting it on the ‘whale super highway’ with almost a Day 1: Auckland/Hauraki Gulf
third of the world’s marine mammal species living in or Join Heritage Explorer, your home away from home,
visiting the marine park with Orca, Bryde’s Whales and in Auckland this afternoon where your Captain and
Bottlenose and Common Dolphins regularly observed Expedition Leader will be waiting to welcome you
here. Below the surface, numerous conservation efforts on board (times will be confirmed with your voyage
are underway to help restore the balance to the Gulf documents). When all are aboard, we will set sail from
which is still recovering from industrialised overfishing and Auckland through the Hauraki Gulf to our anchorage for
the impacts of the surrounding farming. the night as our adventure begins.
Day 2: Tiritiri Matangi & Great Barrier Islands
The island hopping and national history continues in
Plan to rise early this morning for a landing on the
the subtropical haven of the sheltered waters of the
world renowned Tiritiri Matangi Island – one of the
Bay of Islands. Once a raucous seafaring centre with a
country’s most successful conservation projects.
wild past, this now low-key stretch of paradise is widely
Once completely cleared of forest, the island has
regarded as the birth place of the nation and aptly
been revegetated and rejuvenated thanks the
named with some 144 islands ranging from rugged tireless efforts of volunteers planting around 300,000
outcrops through to impressive oases. native trees between 1984 and 1994. Now home
to 11 species of threatened native birds in addition
Experience conservation success stories in action and to more common species, be on the lookout for
explore remote, forgotten island paradises by foot, kayak Saddleback, Kokako, Stitchbird, Brown Teal and
and our luxurious expedition yacht Heritage Explorer as Takahe among others. During lunch we cross the
we sail through the Islands of the Hauraki Gulf.
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Hauraki Gulf sailing towards Great Barrier Island, 1800s to early 1900s. The beautiful scenery continues
during this time guests will benefit from being out as Heritage Explorer sails northwards past spectacular
on the deck as whales and dolphins are regularly Cape Brett and the iconic Hole in the Rock at Piercy
seen in these waters. Arriving at Great Barrier Island Island. The more adventurous on board may wish to
Heritage Explorer will navigate to the sheltered take the opportunity to walk some of the Cape Brett
waters of Port Fitzroy where there will be time to Lighthouse Walk, the exertion rewarded by stunning
take the kayaks for a paddle, head ashore by coastal scenery.
Zodiac or perhaps even spend some time fishing
with the Captain. Day 6: Whangaroa Harbour & Cavalli Islands
Wake this morning to the breath-catching scenery
Day 3: Great Barrier Island of Whangaroa Harbour. North of the Bay of Islands,
Today we have a full day dedicated to exploring this dramatic harbour is defined by both its narrow
Great Barrier Island. Existing entirely off grid through entrance, gravity defying volcanic spires, sheltered
solar power and rainwater collection, 60 per cent of bays and tranquil sandy beaches. Head out on
the island’s 285 kilometres is public land managed the water and explore by kayak or Zodiac, or
by the Department of Conservation where head ashore and enjoy a morning hike to one of
spectacular towering cliffs meet white surf beaches, the vantage points that provide epic panoramas
wetlands, fiords and bays home to Spotless Crake, over these unforgettable surrounds. We then sail to
Fernbird, Brown Teal, Banded Rail, North Island Kaka the Cavalli Islands where there is the opportunity
and more than 13 species of lizard including the to explore nature reserve and diving hotspot
Chevron Skink. For the more active there are forest Motukawanui Island. Swimming and snorkelling
walks to explore, while those preferring to stay on, or opportunities abound, explore powdery white sand
near, the water there is the opportunity to take out beaches or tackle the Island track along the ridge of
the kayaks or join a Zodiac safari. If conditions are the island where spectacular views over the forest-
favourable, there may be an opportunity to visit Arid clad coastline and scattered islands await.
Island – one of the most beautiful, remote and rarely
visited outer islands in the Gulf. Day 7: Bay of Islands
We have the whole day set aside to explore and
Day 4: Mokohinau, Hen & Chickens Islands enjoy the Bay of Islands. Opportunities include
& Whangaruru exploring predator free Urupukapuka Island fringed
An exploration of the outer islands of the Hauraki by Pohutukawa forest, where Project Island Song
Gulf starts early this morning as we sail over to the has successfully released North Island Robin,
archipelago of predator free Mokohinau Islands. The Saddleback and Whitehead, and the dramatic,
size of these tiny islands and outcrops, positioned unrestrained beauty of Roberton Island which is also
uniquely at the edge of the continental shelf, rich in New Zealand history. Later in the day there is
belie their importance as a refuge for some of an opportunity to explore historic Russell, a town of
New Zealand’s most endangered species found New Zealand firsts including first seaport, European
nowhere else on the planet. Continuing northwards settlement, capital and licensed hotel. Perhaps enjoy
there is the option to set our course, depending a drink at the iconic The Duke of Marlborough and
on the prevailing conditions, to either the Hen and brace yourself for one of Russell’s famed sunsets.
Chickens Islands or Poor Knights Islands. Both of
these island groups have been vitally important in Day 8: Paihia/Auckland
the story of New Zealand conservation and we will After breakfast and final farewells we head ashore at
delve into this history today as well as marvel at the Paihia where there is the opportunity for you to spend
abundance of life both above and below the water some additional time or join our complimentary shuttle
on these remarkable island outposts. transfer to Auckland. We expect to arrive in central
Auckland around 12 noon this afternoon.
Day 5: Whangamumu Harbour & Cape Brett
This morning we plan to visit the old whaling station Note: Some voyages will operate the itinerary in
at Whangamumu Harbour, this beautifully protected reverse. During our voyage, circumstances may make
cove to the south of the Bay of Islands hides a dark it necessary or desirable to deviate from the proposed
past as the site of one of the earliest European itinerary. This can include weather and opportunities for
whaling bases in New Zealand. The only whaling making unplanned excursions. Your Expedition Leader
station in the world which caught whales with nets, will keep you fully informed. Voyages are planned and
Whangamumu was Northland’s longest running and scheduled pending final regulatory approval.
most successful whaling station operating from the
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ISLANDS OF THE HAURAKI GULF
DATES
7 – 14 January 2022
14 – 21 January 2022
12 – 19 March 2022
PRICES
Royal NZ$7,995 pp*
Located on the Bridge Deck, our Master Suite
features a spacious bedroom with a queen-sized
bed, ample storage with wardrobe and drawers,
mirror and washbasin, private en suite, personal
climate control, TV, PABX satellite telephone, window
and French doors opening out on to the covered
Bridge Deck.
Salvin’s NZ$6,475 pp*
Located on the Lower Deck, Salvin’s cabins have
the option of either a double bed or two lower
berths. Both feature ample storage with wardrobe
and drawers, TV, PABX satellite telephone, private en
suite and a picture porthole.
Wandering NZ$6,825 pp*
Located on the Lower Deck, Wandering cabins
Sun Deck feature one lower single berth, ample storage with
wardrobe and drawers, TV, PABX satellite telephone,
private en suite and a porthole.
Buller’s NZ$5,775 pp*
Bridge
Located on the Lower Deck, the Buller’s cabin
features one bunk (one upper and one lower berth),
ample storage with wardrobe and drawers, TV, PABX
satellite telephone, private en suite and a porthole.
Bridge Deck
* All prices are per person in NZ$
ADDITIONAL OPTION
Bar
Galley
Dining Room/
Lounge Library
Lecture Room
Premium drinks package
NZ$200 pp*
Main Deck PRICE INCLUDES
Landing fees, pre or post cruise
coach transfer, all on board ship
Engine Room accommodation with meals and
all shore excursions and activities.
Crew
GST, house drinks, expert on board
naturalist guides.
Lower Deck
Royal Wandering PRICE EXCLUDES
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All items of a personal nature, laundry,
Salvin’s Buller’s domestic flights, extensions and travel
insurance.
New Zealand
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