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2019/2020
New Zealand
Small Group Tours
moatrek.com
Kia Ora and welcome to MoaTrek
Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park: A MoaTrek highlight
Have you been dreaming of visiting New Zealand for years and looking for something
special for that “once-in-a-lifetime” trip? Come and join us and enjoy the relaxation of
travelling in a small and friendly group where one carefree day flows on into another.
MoaTrek is a family business that’s been running Meet friendly locals in their own homes, an off the
unforgettable small group tours of New Zealand since beaten track experience you’ll find only with MoaTrek,
1971. There will be no more than 18 travellers on board - and end each amazing day in quality, four star hotels
it’s like travelling with a group of friends! with a sense of place and good, old-fashioned Kiwi
hospitality. Our tours never compromise – you’ll travel
Our knowledgeable, helpful Kiwi guides are here to in comfort all the way on our purpose-built coaches.
make every moment count - they’ll feel like good mates
in no time and look after your particular interests, Whether you’re a couple, travelling solo or with friends
whether that’s photographing our natural wonderland our boutique itineraries, personalised service and
and wildlife, wine and food, or for active travellers, unique, included activities ensure you’ll have a once-in-
suggesting numerous walking possibilities in our a-life-time experience every day.
countryside and national parks.
We look forward to showing you our country and
delivering your “best ever”travelling experience.
“Our guide had extensive knowledge of
the history and environment, including
nature and culture, and added hugely to
our understanding of New Zealand. The
tour offered the flexibility to choose to
be active or not. From our experience
future MoaTrek travellers can be assured
and confident they will have a great trip.”
Graham and Cherryl Willis, March 2019
Kiwi Guide Mike meets Sparky the Kiwi Our Kiwi Guide team
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Six MoaTrek tours to choose from
21 Day Kakapo Tour p8 17 Day Kaka Tour p12 16 Day Kakariki Tour p16
2 Bay of Islands 2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1 Hokianga 1
1 AUCKLAND AUCKLAND 1 AUCKLAND
2 Rotorua 2 Rotorua 2 Rotorua
1 Tongariro 1 Tongariro 1 Tongariro
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Punakaiki 2 Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura 1 Kaikoura 1 Kaikoura
Franz Josef 1 Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1 1 Mt Cook 1
Milford Milford Milford
Sound
1 Wanaka
Sound
1 Wanaka Sound
3 Queenstown 3 Queenstown 2 QUEENSTOWN
$NZ 11,790 pp twin $NZ 9,390 pp twin $NZ 9,190 pp twin
$NZ 14,890 pp single $NZ 11,690 pp single $NZ 11,290 pp single
Our signature tour starts in Auckland, Travelling south from Auckland this Starting in Auckland, visit Northland
includes three nights discovering tour includes walking in the West for Maori culture and history. Cruise in
Northland and three nights on the West Coast’s rainforests and on the beaches the Bay of Islands and see glow worm
Coast before finishing in Christchurch. before finishing in Christchurch. caves. Finishes in Queenstown.
12 Day Kiwi Tour p20 7 Day Kea Tour p24 4 Day Kotare Tour p26
2 Bay of Islands
AUCKLAND
Hokianga 1
2 Rotorua
Punakaiki 2
AUCKLAND
1 Tongariro
Franz Josef 1
CHRISTCHURCH
Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
Milford
1 Kaikoura
Sound 1 Wanaka
2 QUEENSTOWN
Mt Cook
1
Milford
Sound
2 QUEENSTOWN
$NZ 7,490 pp twin $NZ 4,290 pp twin $NZ 2,190 pp twin
$NZ 9,390 pp single $NZ 5,390 pp single $NZ 2,790 pp single
If you have a time limit yet want to Starting in Queenstown, cruise Milford Starting from and returning to
see our best known sights then this Sound with scenic flight back to Auckland, hear Northland’s history from
itinerary, which starts in Auckland and Queenstown. Stay in Wanaka and on Maori guides, cruise through the Bay of
finishes in Queenstown, is for you. the West Coast. Finish in Christchurch. Islands and see glow worm caves.
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Bay of Islands: Cruise to the Hole in the Rock
Your tour cost includes memorable activities
MoaTrek’s six tours feature an exciting range of included activities to famous places
and others that make travelling with us unique – off the beaten track experiences and
lunches with our friends – memories that will stay with you forever.
Abel Tasman National Park: Cruise, guided walk & picnic in
Wai-O-Tapu: Guided tour of this thermal wonderland
the park
4 Akaunui farm homestead: Always a favourite stop At Akaunui: Lunch with our friends
Waipoua Forest: See Tane Mahuta Lake Rotoiti: Sail to the hot pools
Milford Sound to Queenstown: Scenic flight over the alps
Hokianga Harbour: Sandboard on the dunes Milford Sound: Cruise by Mitre Peak
Abel Tasman National Park Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
Enjoy short walks in eight National Parks
Walk as much or as little as you choose in stunning landscapes from volcanic
Tongariro National Park to the rainforests of Westland Tai Poutini National Park.
Mt Aspiring National Park
6 Westland Tai Poutini National Park Tongariro National Park
Paparoa National Park Fiordland National Park
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Arthur’s Pass National Park.
Hokianga Harbour, Omapere: The view from our hotel
Kakapo - 20 Nights / 21 Days North & South Island Tour
Looking for something special for your “Trip of a Lifetime”? Our Kakapo is the most comprehensive
three week itinerary with all our favourite Kiwi holiday spots rolled into one unique tour. You’ll cover
our country from north to south and see famous sights and treasures off the beaten track.
Auckland – Omapere – Bay
of Islands - Auckland – Rotorua - Tongariro National Park - Wellington
- Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park - Kaikoura – Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park - Queenstown -
Milford Sound - Wanaka - Franz Josef Glacier – Punakaiki, Paparoa National Park – Christchurch
Included Experiences Sightseeing & Exploring • Cape Foulwind seal colony
• Stroll at Arthur’s Pass
• Milford to Queenstown flight • Stroll to Muriwai’s gannet colony
• Say hi to cheeky kea parrots
• Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Explore Russell, Bay of Islands
• Stroll at Castle Hill
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • Walk in Karangahake Gorge
• Marlborough lunch & tasting • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises Included Meals
• Bay of Islands cruise • See Huka Falls • All breakfasts
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti to hot pools • Explore our capital Wellington • Four lunches: Lake Tarawera,
• See Kawiti glow worm caves • See seal colonies at Kaikoura Rotorua with the Walmsley
• Tane Mahuta with Maori guides • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo family; Forrest Estate Vineyard
• Cruise to Hokianga dunes • See Aoraki/Mt Cook Marlborough with wine tasting;
• Sandboard & stroll on the dunes • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass Akaunui Farm homestead,
• Lunch at Akaunui Farm • Stay three nights in Queenstown Canterbury with Di & Ian
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Beauty of the Milford road Mackenzie; Picnic on beach in
• Guided visit to Stone Store • Visit charming & leafy Arrowtown Abel Tasman National Park
• Kauri Museum, Matakohe • Lakes Taupo, Wakatipu & Wanaka
• Guided visit of Waitangi • Walk in Haast Pass beech forests Visit 8 National Parks
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • Visit blue pools and waterfalls • Tongariro; Abel Tasman; Aoraki/
• Ferry across Cook Strait • See Fox & Franz Josef Glacier Mt Cook; Fiordland; Mt Aspiring;
• Lunch at Lake Tarawera • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Westland; Paparoa; Arthur’s Pass
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
2019/20 Dates - Start Auckland finish Christchurch
Tour Price: $NZ11,790 pp twin $NZ14,890 pp single 1 AUCKLAND
2019 2020 2 Rotorua
24 October – 13 November 02 February – 22 February 1 Tongariro
07 November – 27 November 09 February – 29 February
14 November – 04 December 16 February – 07 March
12 December – 01 January 23 February – 14 March Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
01 March – 21 March Punakaiki 2
1 Kaikoura
2020 19 March – 08 April
05 January – 25 January 26 March – 15 April Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
1
12 January – 01 February
Milford
19 January – 08 February Sound
1 Wanaka
3 Queenstown
26 January – 15 February
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Day 1: Auckland – Matakohe – Waipoua Forest – Omapere
Your adventure begins with a stroll to the gannet colony above Muriwai Beach on the West Coast. We visit the
Kauri Museum at Matakohe and in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by our Maori guide, we see the greatest kauri
of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the Forest. Our waterside hotel Copthorne Omapere has stunning views over the
Hokianga Harbour.
Day 2: Omapere – Hokianga Harbour – Waitangi, Bay of Islands
We cruise across the harbour to the magnificent golden sand dunes, the perfect place to try sandboarding
or walk along the deserted beach. Then we cross to the East Coast to visit Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store and
Waitangi where Maori signed the Treaty with Queen Victoria’s representatives in 1840. We stay two nights at
Copthorne Hotel Waitangi.
Day 3: Waitangi – Bay of Islands Cruise – Russell – Waitangi
Look out for dolphins on your relaxed cruise among the islands to Cape Brett and the famous “Hole in the
Rock”. We come ashore at Russell, a pretty town with a rollicking 19th century past, once known as the “Hell
Hole of the Pacific”, and the first capital of New Zealand. Later return by ferry to Paihia and Waitangi.
Day 4: Bay of Islands – Kawiti Caves – Whangarei – Auckland
At Kawiti Caves thousands of twinkling glow worms are a breath-taking sight on our guided walk through the
limestone cave. Still owned today by descendants of Maori chief Kawiti, the first visitors were shown through
the caves in the 1950s. This afternoon we call into Whangarei and continue down the East Coast to stay at the
Grand Mecure, Auckland.
Day 5: Auckland – Karangahake Gorge – Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua
Our Karangahake Gorge walk combines dramatic river scenery, native bush and relics of early goldmines. At
a Kiwifruit orchard we hear all about this famous fruit. Our private cruise on a 53ft catamaran on Lake Rotoiti
is a special highlight, calling into secluded bays and hot pools reached only by water. We stay two nights at
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.
Day 6: Rotorua activities – Lake Tarawera lunch
There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s unique optional activities or simply wander beside Lake Rotorua near
your hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley family who have many stories
to tell of their Maori and Pakeha (European) history in this region once famous for the Pink and White Terraces.
Day 7: Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Tongariro National Park
The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai-O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud pools, silica terraces and deep pools
of unforgettable colours. We stop at thundering Huka Falls and Lake Taupo and stay the night in the World
Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls
to enjoy the alpine views.
Lake Wanaka: Close to our hotel, this willow tree is a popular photo stop
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Kaikoura optional activity: Take a guided kayak tour at sunset among the fur seals Day 8: Tongariro National Park – Ohakune – Wellington We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top o’ the Bruce for panoramic views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro before we continue down the centre of the island to Wellington. We tour the city and check out the sights from Mt Victoria and stay two nights at The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little capital in the world”. Day 9: At leisure in Wellington – activities and day tours The day is yours to enjoy. The waterfront is just a short walk away and Te Papa National Museum. There’s a selection of activities to choose from plus great cafes and boutique breweries. Wellington is also the spiritual home of “The Lord of the Rings” and you can visit Weta Workshop too. Day 10: Wellington – Cook Strait - Picton - Marlborough vineyard - Nelson We cruise across Cook Strait on the Interislander ferry and up stunning Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to step ashore on the South Island. At Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a tasting and lunch in this premier wine region before continuing to Nelson and Trailways Hotel, our home for two nights. Day 11: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park -Nelson At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our local guide and cruise by catamaran and walk, as much or as little as you choose, along the stunning Abel Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered bays, estuaries and golden, sandy beaches. There’s time to relax on the beach with a picnic lunch and take a swim before returning to Nelson. Day 12: Nelson - Kaikoura The road hugs the spectacular coastline between the Pacific Ocean and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s bountiful marine life, the result of the ocean canyon close offshore. Optional excursions include whale watching cruises and flights and kayaking at sunset. We stay not far from the seal colony at The White Morph. Day 13: Kaikoura - Akaunui Farm -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead to the Canterbury Plains where we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie for a memorable lunch at their Akaunui farm homestead set amid beautiful gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable photo stops on our way to stay at The Hermitage Hotel in the alps. Day 14: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park -Lindis Pass -Queenstown Explore the magnificent landscape crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy walking track from the village or treat yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on a glacial lake. Later we drive over the golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown our home for three nights. 10
Day 15: Queenstown - Milford Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic Flight Queenstown
From Queenstown we follow the shores of the great lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau into the mountains and
waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. We cruise on Milford Sound dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and home to
seal colonies and dolphins. A magnificent scenic flight back over the Southern Alps to Queenstown ends this
fantastic day.
Day 16: At leisure in Queenstown - activities and day tours
Today is yours to make the most of the infinite number of activities Queenstown has to offer. Your Kiwi Guide
is right there to help you choose from a jet boat ride on the Dart River in The Lord of the Rings scenery, wine
tasting at the vineyards or a day walk on the famous Routeburn Track and many more.
Day 17: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Cardrona Valley -Wanaka
In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold mining history comes alive beside the Arrow River. We drive over the
Crown Range and stop for the last views of the Wakatipu basin then call in for refreshments at picture perfect
Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, our lakeside hotel, you can bike the waterfront trail or kayak on the lake.
Day 18: Wanaka -Haast Pass -Fox Glacier - Franz Josef
The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring National Park has well-maintained short tracks leading to cascading
waterfalls and clear blue pools. Discover the beauty of Westland Tai Poutini World Heritage Park’s wild West
Coast beaches and lush, primeval rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson before we reach Franz
Josef to stay at Punga Grove.
Day 19: Franz Josef - Hokitika -Punakaiki
The morning is free to walk to Franz Josef Glacier lookout or take an optional helihike or flight or cruise out
on Okarito lagoon in search of the rare Kotuku, White Heron. In Hokitika, the home of Pounamu (greenstone),
meet the carvers of this treasured stone. Our home for two nights is beside the beach at Punakaiki Resort.
Day 20: Punakaiki - Paparoa National Park -Charleston -Cape Foulwind
Close to our hotel is the leading local attraction, the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, limestone stacks
weathered by the sea. Paparoa Park has towering limestone cliffs and karst rock formations with river valleys
draped in subtropical forest. Walk to an isolated beach or the seal colony at Cape Foulwind. A favourite option
is the glow worm cave at Charleston.
Day 21: Punakaiki - Arthur’s Pass - Christchurch
Leaving the West Coast we head eastwards to Christchurch through the alpine beech forests of Arthur’s
Pass National Park. We stop to enjoy the mischievous antics of the Keas (alpine parrots) and take short walks
in the forest and to the rock formations at Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes make a fitting finale to your
adventure with MoaTrek.
Okarito Lagoon, West Coast: Surrounded by rainforest, the lagoon is home to the rare Kotuku, White Heron
11Whakarewarewa Valley: In Rotorua geothermal activity is never far away
Kaka - 16 nights / 17 days North & South Island
Get to know Maori culture and Kiwi hospitality relaxing over private lunches with the locals. Stroll
gentle trails through our National Parks and get close up to our scenic wonders from the volcanoes
of the north to the breath-taking high country, lakes, fiords and coastline of the south. You’ll be
amazed it’s all the same country.
Auckland – Rotorua - Tongariro National Park - Wellington - Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park -
Kaikoura – Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park- Queenstown - Milford Sound – Queenstown -Wanaka
- Franz Josef Glacier - Punakaiki, Paparoa National Park – Christchurch
Included Experiences Sightseeing & Exploring • Stroll at Arthur’s Pass
• Say hi to cheeky kea parrots
• Milford to Queenstown flight • Walk in Karangahake Gorge
• Stroll at Castle Hill
• Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • See Huka Falls Included Meals
• Marlborough lunch & tasting • Explore our capital Wellington • All breakfasts
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti • See seal colonies at Kaikoura • Four lunches: Lake Tarawera,
• Relax in private hot pools • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo Rotorua with the Walmsley
• Te Papa National Musem • See Aoraki/Mt Cook family; Forrest Estate Vineyard
• Picnic in Abel Tasman • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass Marlborough with wine tasting;
• Ohinemutu Maori villlage • Stay three nights in Queenstown Akaunui Farm homestead,
• Lunch at Akaunui Farm • Beauty of the Milford road Canterbury with Di & Ian
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Visit charming & leafy Arrowtown Mackenzie; Picnic on beach in Abel
• Bonfire on the beach at Punakaiki • Drive over the Crown Range Tasman National Park
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • Lakes Taupo, Wakatipu & Wanaka
• Ferry across Cook Strait • Walk in Haast Pass beech forests Visit 8 National Parks
• Lunch at Lake Tarawera • Visit blue pools and waterfalls • Tongariro; Abel Tasman; Aoraki/
• See Fox & Franz Josef Glacier Mt Cook; Fiordland; Mt Aspiring;
• Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Westland; Paparoa; Arthur’s Pass
• Cape Foulwind seal colony
2019/20 Dates - Start Auckland finish Christchurch
Tour Price: $NZ9,390 pp twin $NZ11,690 pp single AUCKLAND
2019 2020 2 Rotorua
14 October – 30 October 23 January – 08 February
1 Tongariro
28 October – 13 November 30 January – 15 February
11 November – 27 November 06 February – 22 February
18 November – 04 December 13 February – 29 February Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
25 November – 11 December 17 February – 04 March Punakaiki 2
16 December – 01 January 20 February – 07 March 1 Kaikoura
23 December – 08 January 27 February – 14 March Franz Josef 1
Mt Cook CHRISTCHURCH
02 March – 18 March 1
2020 05 March – 21 March Milford
Sound
1 Wanaka
3 Queenstown
06 January – 22 January 23 March – 08 April
16 January – 01 February 30 March – 15 April
06 April – 22 AprilDay 1: Auckland – Karangahake Gorge – Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua
Your adventure begins with our Karangahake Gorge walk that combines dramatic river scenery, native bush
and relics of early goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard we hear all about this famous fruit. Our private cruise on a
53ft catamaran on Lake Rotoiti is a special highlight, calling into secluded bays and hot pools reached only by
water. We stay two nights at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside
Day 2: Rotorua activities – Lake Tarawera lunch
There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s unique optional activities or simply wander beside Lake Rotorua near
your hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley family who have many stories
to tell of their Maori and Pakeha (European) history in this region once famous for the Pink and White Terraces.
Day 3: Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Tongariro National Park
The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai-O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud pools, silica terraces and deep pools
of unforgettable colours. We stop at thundering Huka Falls and Lake Taupo and stay the night in the World
Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls
to enjoy the alpine views.
Day 4: Tongariro National Park – Ohakune – Wellington
We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top o’ the Bruce for panoramic views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro
before we continue down the centre of the island to Wellington. We tour the city and check out the sights
from Mt Victoria and stay two nights at The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little capital in the world”.
Day 5: At leisure in Wellington – activities and day tours
The day is yours to enjoy. The waterfront is just a short walk away and Te Papa National Museum. There’s a
selection of activities to choose from plus great cafes and boutique breweries. Wellington is also the spiritual
home of “The Lord of the Rings” and you can visit Weta Workshop too.
Day 6: Wellington – Cook Strait - Picton - Marlborough vineyard - Nelson
We cruise across Cook Strait on the Interislander ferry and up stunning Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to
step ashore on the South Island. At Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a tasting and lunch in this premier wine
region before continuing to Nelson and Trailways Hotel, our home for two nights.
Day 7: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park -Nelson
At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our local guide and cruise by catamaran and walk, as much or as little as you
choose, along the stunning Abel Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered bays, estuaries and golden, sandy
beaches. There’s time to relax on the beach with a picnic lunch and take a swim before returning to Nelson.
Marlborough, premier wine region: Lunch and wine tasting at a family owned vineyard Is a special treat
13Abel Tasman National Park: Stroll along the beaches and over the headlands Day 8: Nelson - Kaikoura The road hugs the spectacular coastline between the Pacific Ocean and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s bountiful marine life, the result of the ocean canyon close offshore. Optional excursions include whale watching cruises and flights and kayaking at sunset. We stay not far from the seal colony at The White Morph. Day 9: Kaikoura -Akaunui Farm -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead to the Canterbury Plains where we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie for a memorable lunch at their Akaunui farm homestead set amid beautiful gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable photo stops on our way to stay at The Hermitage Hotel in the alps. Day 10: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park -Lindis Pass -Queenstown Explore the magnificent landscape crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy walking track from the village or treat yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on a glacial lake. Later we drive over the golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown our home for three nights. Day 11: Queenstown - Milford Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic Flight Queenstown From Queenstown we follow the shores of the great lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau into the mountains and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. We cruise on Milford Sound dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and home to seal colonies and dolphins. A magnificent scenic flight back over the Southern Alps to Queenstown ends this fantastic day. Day 12: At leisure in Queenstown - activities and day tours Today is yours to make the most of the infinite number of activities Queenstown has to offer. Your Kiwi Guide is right there to help you choose from a jet boat ride on the Dart River in The Lord of the Rings scenery, wine tasting at the vineyards or a day walk on the famous Routeburn Track and many more. Day 13: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Cardrona Valley -Wanaka In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold mining history comes alive beside the Arrow River. We drive over the Crown Range and stop for the last views of the Wakatipu basin then call in for refreshments at picture perfect Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, our lakeside hotel, you can bike the waterfront trail or kayak on the lake. Day 14: Wanaka -Haast Pass -Fox Glacier - Franz Josef The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring National Park has well-maintained short tracks leading to cascading waterfalls and clear blue pools. Discover the beauty of Westland Tai Poutini World Heritage Park’s wild West Coast beaches and lush, primeval rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson before we reach Franz Josef to stay at Punga Grove. 14
Ship Creek, West Coast Tai Poutini National Park: Walk to the hidden lake behind the dunes
Day 15: Franz Josef - Hokitika -Punakaiki
The morning is free to walk to Franz Josef Glacier lookout or take an optional helihike or flight or cruise out
on Okarito lagoon in search of the rare Kotuku, White Heron. In Hokitika, the home of Pounamu (greenstone),
meet the carvers of this treasured stone. Our home for two nights is beside the beach at Punakaiki Resort.
Day 16: Punakaiki - Paparoa National Park -Charleston -Cape Foulwind
Close to our hotel is the leading local attraction, the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, limestone stacks
weathered by the sea. Paparoa Park has towering limestone cliffs and karst rock formations with river valleys
draped in subtropical forest. Walk to an isolated beach or the seal colony at Cape Foulwind. A favourite option
is the glow worm cave at Charleston.
Day 17: Punakaiki – Arthur’s Pass – Christchurch
Leaving the West Coast we head eastwards to Christchurch through the alpine beech forests of Arthur’s
Pass National Park. We stop to enjoy the mischievous antics of the Keas (alpine parrots) and take short walks
in the forest and to the rock formations at Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes make a fitting finale to your
adventure with MoaTrek.
Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park: The Mt Cook buttercup is the world’s largest buttercup, and Aoraki/Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest mountain
15Bay of Islands: Take a four hour cruise to the Hole in the Rock with an island stopover
Kakariki - 15 nights / 16 days North & South Island
The Far North is a land of ancient kauri forests, pristine coastlines and the beauty of the Hokianga
and Bay of Islands. As the birthplace of the nation the links to early Maori and European culture are
clearly visible and you will hear many fascinating stories from our local guides. Discover geothermal
Rotorua and explore Tongariro and Abel Tasman National Parks before reaching the magnificent
alpine scenery of Aoraki/Mount Cook, Queenstown and Fiordland.
Auckland - Hokianga Harbour - Bay of Islands - Auckland - Rotorua - Tongariro National Park -
Wellington - Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park - Kaikoura – Aoraki/Mount Cook Nationakl Park -
Queenstown - Milford Sound – Queenstown
Included Experiences Sightseeing & Exploring • Stay two nights in Queenstown
• Beauty of the Milford road
• Milford to Queenstown flight • Stroll to Muriwai’s gannet colony
• Great Lakes Taupo & Wakatipu
• Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Explore Russell, Bay of Islands
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • Walk in Karangahake Gorge Included Meals
• Marlborough lunch & tasting • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises • All breakfasts
• Bay of Islands cruise • Ohinemutu Maori villlage • Four lunches: Lake Tarawera,
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti to hot pools • See Huka Falls Rotorua with the Walmsley
• See Kawiti glow worm caves • Relax in private hot pools family; Forrest Estate Vineyard
• Tane Mahuta with Maori guides • Stroll to Taranaki Falls Marlborough with wine tasting;
• Cruise to Hokianga dunes • Explore our capital Wellington Akaunui Farm homestead,
• Sandboard & stroll on the dunes • Te Papa National Musem Canterbury with Di & Ian
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Picnic in Abel Tasman Mackenzie; Picnic on beach in Abel
• Guided visit to Stone Store • See seal colonies at Kaikoura Tasman National Park
• Kauri Museum, Matakohe • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo
• Guided visit of Waitangi • Church of the Good Shepherd Visit 4 National Parks
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • See Aoraki/Mt Cook • Tongariro; Abel Tasman; Aoraki/
• Ferry across Cook Strait • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass Mt Cook; Fiordland
2 Bay of Islands
Hokianga 1
2019/20 Dates - Start Auckland finish Queenstown
Tour Price: $NZ9,190 pp twin $NZ11,290 pp single 1 AUCKLAND
2 Rotorua
2019 2020
24 October – 08 November 26 January – 10 February 1 Tongariro
07 November – 22 November 02 February – 17 February
14 November – 29 November 09 February – 24 February
12 December – 27 December 16 February – 02 March Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
23 February – 09 March
1 Kaikoura
2020 01 March – 16 March
05 January – 20 January 19 March – 03 April Mt Cook 1
12 January – 27 January 26 March – 10 April Milford
19 January – 03 February Sound
2 QUEENSTOWN
16Day 1: Auckland – Matakohe – Waipoua Forest – Omapere
Your adventure begins with a stroll to the gannet colony above Muriwai Beach on the West Coast. We visit the
Kauri Museum at Matakohe and in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by our Maori guide, we see the greatest kauri
of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the Forest. Our waterside hotel Copthorne Omapere has stunning views over the
Hokianga Harbour.
Day 2: Omapere – Hokianga Harbour – Waitangi, Bay of Islands
We cruise across the harbour to the magnificent golden sand dunes, the perfect place to try sandboarding
or walk along the deserted beach. Then we cross to the East Coast to visit Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store and
Waitangi where Maori signed the Treaty with Queen Victoria’s representatives in 1840. We stay two nights at
Copthorne Hotel Waitangi.
Day 3: Waitangi – Bay of Islands Cruise – Russell – Waitangi
Look out for dolphins on your relaxed cruise among the islands to Cape Brett and the famous “Hole in the
Rock”. We come ashore at Russell, a pretty town with a rollicking 19th century past, once known as the “hell
hole of the Pacific”, and the first capital of New Zealand. Later return by ferry to Paihia and Waitangi.
Day 4: Bay of Islands – Kawiti Caves – Whangarei – Auckland
At Kawiti Caves thousands of twinkling glow worms are a breath-taking sight on our guided walk through the
limestone cave. Still owned today by descendants of Maori chief Kawiti, the first visitors were shown through
the caves in the 1950s. This afternoon we call into Whangarei and continue down the East Coast to stay at the
Grand Mecure, Auckland.
Day 5: Auckland – Karangahake Gorge – Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua
Our Karangahake Gorge walk combines dramatic river scenery, native bush and relics of early goldmines. At
a Kiwifruit orchard we hear all about this famous fruit. Our private cruise on a 53ft catamaran on Lake Rotoiti
is a special highlight, calling into secluded bays and hot pools reached only by water. We stay two nights at
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.
Day 6: Rotorua activities – Lake Tarawera lunch
There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s unique optional activities or simply wander beside Lake Rotorua near
your hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley family who have many stories
to tell of their Maori and Pakeha (European) history in this region once famous for the Pink and White Terraces.
Hokianga Harbour: Catch the boat across to the dunes to try sandboarding
17Day 7: Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Tongariro National Park The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai-O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud pools, silica terraces and deep pools of unforgettable colours. We stop at thundering Huka Falls and Lake Taupo and stay the night in the World Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls to enjoy the alpine views. Day 8: Tongariro National Park – Ohakune – Wellington We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top o’ the Bruce for panoramic views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro before we continue down the centre of the island to Wellington. We tour the city and check out the sights from Mt Victoria and stay two nights at The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little capital in the world”. Day 9: At leisure in Wellington – activities and day tours The day is yours to enjoy. The waterfront is just a short walk away and Te Papa National Museum. There’s a selection of activities to choose from plus great cafes and boutique breweries. Wellington is also the spiritual home of “The Lord of the Rings” and you can visit Weta Workshop too. Day 10: Wellington – Cook Strait - Picton - Marlborough vineyard - Nelson We cruise across Cook Strait on the Interislander ferry and up stunning Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to step ashore on the South Island. At Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a tasting and lunch in this premier wine region before continuing to Nelson and Trailways Hotel, our home for two nights. Day 11: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park -Nelson At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our local guide and cruise by catamaran and walk, as much or as little as you choose, along the stunning Abel Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered bays, estuaries and golden, sandy beaches. There’s time to relax on the beach with a picnic lunch and take a swim before returning to Nelson. Day 12: Nelson - Kaikoura The road hugs the spectacular coastline between the Pacific Ocean and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your afternoon is free to see Kaikoura’s bountiful marine life, the result of the ocean canyon close offshore. Optional excursions include whale watching cruises and flights and kayaking at sunset. We stay not far from the seal colony at The White Morph. Day 13: Kaikoura - Akaunui Farm -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead to the Canterbury Plains where we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie for a memorable lunch at their Akaunui farm homestead set amid beautiful gardens. The turquoise-coloured lakes, Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable photo stops on our way to stay at The Hermitage Hotel in the alps. 18
Lake Tarawera, Rotorua: The Walmsley family host us for lunch at this idyllic lake
Day 14: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park -Lindis Pass -Queenstown
Explore the magnificent landscape crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy
walking track from the village or treat yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on a glacial lake. Later we drive over the
golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown our home for two nights.
Day 15: Queenstown - Milford Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic Flight Queenstown
From Queenstown we follow the shores of the great lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau into the mountains and
waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. We cruise on Milford Sound dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and home to
seal colonies and dolphins. A magnificent scenic flight back over the Southern Alps to Queenstown ends this
fantastic day.
Day 16: Activities – depart Queenstown
Today is yours to make the most of the infinite number of activities Queenstown has to offer and your Kiwi Guide
is right there to help you choose. Fly out in the evening or do what many of our travellers do and extend your
stay a day or two. The MoaTrek team is happy to arrange additional accommodation in Queenstown.
Crown Range, Central Otago: A cliff hanger along the road between Queenstown and Wanaka
19Wai-O-Tapu, Rotorua: Join a local guide for a tour of this geothermal wonderland
Kiwi – 11 nights / 12 days North & South Island
Got two weeks in New Zealand and want to make them count? Then this is the trip for you. From
Maori culture and the geothermal delights of Rotorua to visiting four national parks - Tongariro,
Abel Tasman, Aoraki/Mount Cook and Fiordland. Enjoy an unforgettable day cruising on Milford
Sound and take a spectacular scenic flight back over the alps to Queenstown.
Auckland - Rotorua - Tongariro National Park - Wellington - Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park -
Kaikoura - Aoraki/ Mount Cook National Park - Queenstown - Milford Sound – Queenstown
Included Experiences Sightseeing & Exploring Included Meals
• Milford to Queenstown flight • Walk in Karangahake Gorge • All breakfasts
• Nature cruise on Milford Sound • Rotorua’s geothermal surprises • Four lunches: Lake Tarawera,
• Abel Tasman cruise, guided walk • Ohinemutu Maori villlage Rotorua with the Walmsley
• Marlborough lunch & tasting • See Huka Falls family; Forrest Estate Vineyard
• Sail on Lake Rotoiti • Relax in private hot pools Marlborough with wine tasting;
• Relax in private hot pools • Stroll to Taranaki Falls Akaunui Farm homestead,
• Te Papa National Musem • Explore our capital Wellington Canterbury with Di & Ian
• Picnic in Abel Tasman • Te Papa National Musem Mackenzie; Picnic on beach in Abel
• Ohinemutu Maori villlage • Picnic in Abel Tasman Tasman National Park
• Lunch at Akaunui Farm • See seal colonies at Kaikoura
Visit 4 National Parks
• Stroll Wai-O-Tapu’s wonderland • Photograph lovely Lake Tekapo
• Meet a Kiwifruit orchardist • Church of the Good Shepherd • Tongariro National Park
• Ferry across Cook Strait • See Aoraki/Mt Cook • Abel Tasman National Park
• Lunch at Lake Tarawera • Drive dramatic Lindis Pass • Aoraki/ Mt Cook National Park
• Stay two nights in Queenstown • Fiordland National Park
• Beauty of the Milford road
• Great Lakes Taupo and Wakatipu
2019/20 Dates - Start Auckland finish Queenstown
Tour Price: $NZ7,490 pp twin $NZ9,390 pp single AUCKLAND
2 Rotorua
2019 2020
14 October – 25 October 23 January – 03 February 1 Tongariro
28 October – 08 November 30 January – 10 February
11 November – 22 November 06 February – 17 February
18 November – 29 November 17 February – 28 February Nelson & Abel Tasman 2 2 Wellington
25 November – 06 December 20 February – 02 March
1 Kaikoura
16 December – 27 December 27 February – 09 March
23 December – 03 January 02 March – 13 March Mt Cook
1
05 March – 16 March Milford
2020 23 March – 03 April Sound
2 QUEENSTOWN
06 January – 17 January 30 March – 10 April
16 January – 27 January 06 April – 17 AprilWellington, “the coolest little capital”: Explore the city and ride the cable car
Day 1: Auckland – Karangahake Gorge – Lake Rotoiti – Rotorua
Your adventure begins with our Karangahake Gorge walk that combines dramatic river scenery, native bush
and relics of early goldmines. At a Kiwifruit orchard we hear all about this famous fruit. Our private cruise on a
53ft catamaran on Lake Rotoiti is a special highlight, calling into secluded bays and hot pools reached only by
water. We stay two nights at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside.
Day 2: Rotorua activities – Lake Tarawera lunch
There’s time to enjoy one of Rotorua’s unique optional activities or simply wander beside Lake Rotorua near
your hotel. We drive out to beautiful Lake Tarawera to lunch with the Walmsley family who have many stories
to tell of their Maori and Pakeha (European) history in this region once famous for the Pink and White Terraces.
Day 3: Rotorua – Lake Taupo – Tongariro National Park
The surreal, geothermal reserve Wai-O-Tapu is alive with bubbling mud pools, silica terraces and deep pools
of unforgettable colours. We stop at thundering Huka Falls and Lake Taupo and stay the night in the World
Heritage Tongariro National Park. Relax at the Chateau Tongariro Hotel or walk the gentle trail to Taranaki Falls
to enjoy the alpine views.
Day 4: Tongariro National Park – Ohakune – Wellington
We drive up Mt Ruapehu to the Top o’ the Bruce for panoramic views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro
before we continue down the centre of the island to Wellington. We tour the city and check out the sights
from Mt Victoria and stay two nights at The Bolton Hotel in “the coolest little capital in the world”.
Ohinemutu, Rotorua: The Wharenui (meeting house) is at the heart of this living Maori village
21Lake Tekapo: A favourite photo stop on the road to Aoraki/Mt Cook
Day 5: At leisure in Wellington – activities and day tours
The day is yours to enjoy. The waterfront is just a short walk away and Te Papa National Museum. There’s a
selection of activities to choose from plus great cafes and boutique breweries. Wellington is also the spiritual
home of “The Lord of the Rings” and you can visit Weta Workshop too.
Day 6: Wellington – Cook Strait - Picton - Marlborough vineyard - Nelson
We cruise across Cook Strait on the Interislander ferry and up stunning Queen Charlotte Sound to Picton to
step ashore on the South Island. At Forrest Estate Wines we call in for a tasting and lunch in this premier wine
region before continuing to Nelson and Trailways Hotel, our home for two nights.
Day 7: Nelson - Abel Tasman National Park -Nelson
At Kaiteriteri Beach we meet our local guide and cruise by catamaran and walk, as much or as little as you
choose, along the stunning Abel Tasman coastline of islands, sheltered bays, estuaries and golden, sandy
beaches. There’s time to relax on the beach with a picnic lunch and take a swim before returning to Nelson.
Day 8: Nelson - Kaikoura
The road hugs the spectacular coastline between the Pacific Ocean and the Kaikoura Ranges. Your afternoon
is free to see Kaikoura’s bountiful marine life, the result of the ocean canyon close offshore. Optional
excursions include whale watching cruises and flights and kayaking at sunset. We stay not far from the seal
colony at The White Morph.
Lake Rotoiti, Rotorua: Take a relaxing sail on a catamaran to hot pools reached only by water
22Queenstown optional activity: Cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the coal-fired steamer TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station
Day 9: Kaikoura -Akaunui Farm -Lake Tekapo - Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
From Kaikoura the Hunderlee Hills lead to the Canterbury Plains where we join our hosts Di and Ian Mackenzie
for a memorable lunch at their Akaunui farm homestead set amid beautiful gardens. The turquoise-coloured
lakes, Tekapo and Pukaki, are unforgettable photo stops on our way to stay at The Hermitage Hotel in the alps.
Day 10: Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park -Lindis Pass -Queenstown
Explore the magnificent landscape crowned by Aoraki/Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain, on an easy
walking track from the village or treat yourself to a scenic flight or cruise on a glacial lake. Later we drive over the
golden tussock lands of the Lindis Pass and onto Scenic Suites, Queenstown our home for two nights.
Day 11: Queenstown - Milford Sound Nature Cruise -Scenic Flight Queenstown
From Queenstown we follow the shores of the great lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau into the mountains and
waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. We cruise on Milford Sound dominated by iconic Mitre Peak and home to
seal colonies and dolphins. A magnificent scenic flight back over the Southern Alps to Queenstown ends this
fantastic day.
Day 12: Activities – depart Queenstown
Today is yours to make the most of the infinite number of activities Queenstown has to offer and your Kiwi Guide
is right there to help you choose. Fly out in the evening or do what many of our travellers do and extend your
stay a day or two. The MoaTrek team is happy to arrange additional accommodation in Queenstown.
Milford Road, Fiordland National Park: Take an easy boardwalk stroll around the Mirror Lakes
23Punakaiki Pancake Rocks: Stroll out to these limestone stacks and blowholes on the edge of the Tasman Sea
Kea - 6 Nights / 7 Days South Island Tour
Starting from Queenstown discover the best of the south’s spectacular scenery, five national parks
and the wild West Coast’s rainforests and seascapes. Cruise on Milford Sound and cap off the day with
an unforgettable flight back over the alps. From Wanaka head to Lake Matheson, Fox and Franz Josef
Glaciers. Experience untouched Paparoa National Park and return over Arthur’s Pass to Christchurch.
Queenstown - Milford Sound – Arrowtown - Wanaka – Fox Glacier - Franz Josef Glacier - Punakaiki,
Paparoa National Park – Arthur’s Pass – Christchurch
Included Experiences Sightseeing & Exploring • Stroll Paparoa National Park
• Cape Foulwind Seal Colony
• Enjoy a 2.5 hour nature and • Stay two nights in Queenstown
• Drive the dramatic Otira Gorge
wildlife cruise around the • Beauty of the Milford Road
highway
majestic Milford Sound the • Walk in the great outdoors in
• Stroll at Arthur’s Pass
eight wonder of the world in the Fiordland, Mt Aspiring, Tai Poutini
• Say hello to the Kea, a cheeky
Fiordland National Park Westland and Arthur’s Pass
mountain parrot
• Take flight on one of the world’s National Parks.
• Stroll at Castle Hill
most scenic flights over the • Visit charming and leafy
Southern Alps, from Milford Arrowtown Included Meals
Sound to Queenstown • Drive over the Crown Range • All breakfasts
• Enjoy a drink at the historic • Great Southern Lakes of
Cardona Hotel after you have Wakatipu, Wanaka and Hawea Visit 5 National Parks
travelled over the Crown range, • Stroll in the Haast Pass mountain • Fiordland National Park
New Zealand’s highest road beech forests. • Mt Aspiring National Park
between Queenstown and Wanaka • Visit blue pools and waterfalls • Westland Tai Poutini National Park
• Bonfire and drinks on the beach • See the magical Fox Glacier and • Paparoa National Park
hosted by your Kiwi guide at Franz Josef Glacier. • Arthur’s Pass National Park
Punakaiki in Paparoa • Punakaiki Pancake rocks and
National Park blowholes.
2019/20 Dates - Start Queenstown finish Christchurch
Tour Price: $NZ4,290 pp twin $NZ5,390 pp single
Punakaiki 2
2019 2020
24 October – 30 October 02 January – 08 January
14 November – 20 November 16 January – 22 January Franz Josef 1
CHRISTCHURCH
21 November – 27 November 12 March – 18 March
05 December – 11 December 15 March – 21 March Milford
26 December – 1 January 16 April – 22 April Sound 1 Wanaka
2 QUEENSTOWN
24Day 1: Queenstown – Milford Sound Nature Cruise – Scenic Flight – Queenstown
After meeting everyone in Queenstown we travel along the shores of the great lakes Wakatipu and Te Anau
into the mountains and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. We cruise on Milford Sound dominated by iconic
Mitre Peak and home to seal colonies and dolphins. A magnificent scenic flight back over the Southern Alps to
Queenstown ends this fantastic day. Stay at Scenic Suites, Queenstown our home for two nights.
Day 2: At leisure in Queenstown - activities and day tours
Today is yours to make the most of the infinite number of activities Queenstown has to offer. Your Kiwi Guide
is right there to help you choose from a jet boat ride on the Dart River in The Lord of the Rings scenery, wine
tasting at the vineyards or a day walk on the famous Routeburn Track and many more.
Day 3: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Cardrona Valley -Wanaka
In the leafy village of Arrowtown gold mining history comes alive beside the Arrow River. We drive over the
Crown Range and stop for the last views of the Wakatipu basin then call in for refreshments at picture perfect
Cardrona Hotel. From Edgewater, our lakeside hotel, you can bike the waterfront trail or kayak on the lake.
Day 4: Wanaka -Haast Pass -Fox Glacier - Franz Josef
The pristine Haast Pass in Mt Aspiring National Park has well-maintained short tracks leading to cascading
waterfalls and clear blue pools. Discover the beauty of Westland Tai Poutini World Heritage Park’s wild West
Coast beaches and lush, primeval rainforest and stop at Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson before we reach Franz
Josef to stay at Punga Grove.
Day 5: Franz Josef - Hokitika -Punakaiki
The morning is free to walk to Franz Josef Glacier lookout or take an optional helihike or flight or cruise out
on Okarito lagoon in search of the rare Kotuku, White Heron. In Hokitika, the home of Pounamu (greenstone),
meet the carvers of this treasured stone. Our home for two nights is beside the beach at Punakaiki Resort.
Day 6: Punakaiki - Paparoa National Park -Charleston -Cape Foulwind
Close to our hotel is the leading local attraction, the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes, limestone stacks
weathered by the sea. Paparoa Park has towering limestone cliffs and karst rock formations with river valleys
draped in subtropical forest. Walk to an isolated beach or the seal colony at Cape Foulwind. A favourite option
is the glow worm cave at Charleston.
Day 7: Punakaiki – Arthur’s Pass – Christchurch
Leaving the West Coast we head eastwards to Christchurch through the alpine beech forests of Arthur’s
Pass National Park. We stop to enjoy the mischievous antics of the Keas (alpine parrots) and take short walks
in the forest and to the rock formations at Castle Hill. The dramatic landscapes make a fitting finale to your
adventure with MoaTrek.
Lake Brunner, West Coast: A favourite holiday spot for locals
25Kotare - 3 Night / 4 Day North Island Tour
Northland is idyllic and as the birthplace of New Zealand, Maori and early European history is
around every corner. Cruise out on beautiful Hokianga Harbour and the Bay of Islands, favourite
holiday spots for Kiwis. From ancient Kauri forests, white sandy beaches and sparkling blue sea to
the local laid-back lifestyle, it’s always got that holiday feeling.
Auckland – Muriwai – Waipoua Forest – Hokianga Harbour – Kerikeri – Bay of Islands –
Whangarei – Auckland
Included Experiences • A welcome drink on the deck at Waipoua Forest.
the Copthorne hotel Omapere • Explore the giant sand dunes of
• Enjoy a cruise out to the famous • Explore the Kauri museum in the Hokianga harbour.
Hole in the Rock and Cape Brett Matakohe • Visit the historic seafaring town
in the Bay of Islands • A relaxing and picturesque cruise of Russell.
• A walk with Maori guides through
Waipoua Forest to visit Tane Sightseeing & Exploring Included Meals
Mahuta - The Lord of the Forest • The gannet colony nestled above • All breakfasts
• Marvel at the Kawiti Caves and Muriwai black sand beach.
their luminous glowworms. • Travel through the ancient
2 Bay of Islands
2019/20 Dates - Start Auckland finish Auckland Hokianga 1
Tour Price: $NZ2,190 pp twin $NZ2,790 pp single
AUCKLAND
2019 2020
07 November - 10 November 12 January - 15 January
14 November - 17 November 26 January - 29 January
12 November - 15 December 02 February - 05 February
09 February - 12 February
2020 16 February - 19 February
05 January - 08 January 01 March - 04 March
“I was given New Zealand on a silver platter and will always have
wonderful memories to look back on. Thank you MoaTrek for the time
of my life!”
Glynis Hull, April 2019
26Bay of Islands cruise: Go ashore at an uninhabited island for a swim and a stroll
Day 1: Auckland – Matakohe – Waipoua Forest – Omapere
Your adventure begins with a stroll to the gannet colony above Muriwai Beach on the West Coast. We visit the
Kauri Museum at Matakohe and in Waipoua Forest, accompanied by our Maori guide, we see the greatest kauri
of all, Tane Mahuta, Lord of the Forest. Our waterside hotel Copthorne Omapere has stunning views over the
Hokianga Harbour.
Day 2: Omapere – Hokianga Harbour – Waitangi, Bay of Islands
We cruise across the harbour to the magnificent golden sand dunes, the perfect place to try sandboarding
or walk along the deserted beach. Then we cross to the East Coast to visit Kerikeri’s historic Stone Store and
Waitangi where Maori signed the Treaty with Queen Victoria’s representatives in 1840. We stay two nights at
Copthorne Hotel Waitangi.
Day 3: Waitangi – Bay of Islands Cruise – Russell – Waitangi
Look out for dolphins on your relaxed cruise among the islands to Cape Brett and the famous «Hole in the
Rock». We come ashore at Russell, a pretty town with a rollicking 19th century past, once known as the “Hell
Hole of the Pacific”, and the first capital of New Zealand. Later return by ferry to Paihia and Waitangi.
Day 4: Bay of Islands – Kawiti Caves– Whangarei – Auckland
At Kawiti Caves thousands of twinkling glow worms are a breath-taking sight on our guided walk through the
limestone cave. Still owned today by descendants of Maori chief Kawiti, the first visitors were shown through
the caves in the 1950s. This afternoon we call into Whangarei and continue down the East Coast back to
Auckland where your tour ends.
Muriwai Gannet colony: A short walk leads to viewing platforms along the cliff face
27About our tours
Optional activity: Ride the Dart River Wilderness Jet in The Lord of the Rings scenery in Mt Aspiring National Park
Where do we stay?
After a great day out exploring being comfortable each
night is really important. You’ll sleep soundly in hand-picked
accommodation, places we know and stay in ourselves. Our
hotels are 4 star and just a short walk to town.
ONLINE: moatrek.com/tour-info/accommodation
What about meals?
Breakfasts are always included and usually buffet style
with hot, cooked fare, fresh fruit and cereal. Lunches
are casual counter food and sometimes picnic style.
Your Kiwi Guide will help you choose where to dine in
the evening from a range of options close by. Your Kiwi Guide: Here to make your tour memorable every day
ONLINE: moatrek.com/tour-info/wine-dine
What about optional activities?
Everyone’s idea of a dream holiday is different so we’ve
built in plenty of flexibility. You can tailor your trip to
your own interests such as biking, e-biking, zip lining
and wine touring as well as all the activities you’ve
heard about – a glacier hike or flight, Lord of the Rings,
Maori concert and hangi or jet boating just to name a
few. Many people book these before they arrive or your
Kiwi Guide can assist.
ONLINE: “Optional Activities” tab on tour page
28 Our coach: Eighteen is the maximum number of travellersTravel style What’s included in our tours?
There’s a mix of single and multi night stays, for All land travel, accommodation and porterage. All
example on our 21 day Kakapo tour there are five two breakfasts and a selection of hosted lunches. All
night stays and one three night stay. Each day there sightseeing highlights and activities as per your
are plenty of stops for photos and short walks. Often itinerary. Services of your Kiwi Guide.
we travel for half the day with the other half free ONLINE: “What’s Included” tab on tour page
for activities or relaxing. Days normally start around
8am, but you get a few sleep ins too. Groups are very How do we travel around?
friendly and social, many say it’s like travelling with a Travel is in our late model purpose built, midsize tour
group of old friends. coaches. One of the great things about our coaches
is we can get off the beaten track to places big tour
Who are our trips for? What about single coaches just can’t go.
travellers?
Take a look at our galleries online and if you can see Who will be my Kiwi guide?
yourself enjoying time with these guys you’ll fit right Your Kiwi Guide will be your best friend while you’re
in. Because our groups are small and personal – 18 here in New Zealand. Our guide team are proud Kiwis,
is the absolute maximum – you’ll find you’ll get to born and bred, with a lifetime of holiday memories
know everyone and make new friends in no time. Our and secret spots they love sharing. Our guides are all
travellers come from all over the world but mostly experienced in tour driving, first aid and taking care of
from the US, UK, Canada, Europe and Scandinavia. people, not to mention their in depth knowledge of our
Around 25% are exploring on their own and the rest culture, history, flora and fauna and a few amusing tales
are couples or travelling with friends. Whether you’re of their own.
travelling solo or together our Kiwi guide is there every
step of the way taking care of everyone’s particular Terms and conditions
interests, and ensuring you get the best out of each Go online for our full tour booking terms and
amazing day. conditions, including payment, cancellation and
ONLINE: moatrek.com/gallery insurance information.
ONLINE: moatrek.com/booking-terms
Our accommodation: Stay in four star hotels such as the Chateau Tongariro in Tongariro National Park
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