Bay of Islands Review (Whale Rider Country!)
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Bay of Islands
This beautiful area is New Zealand's finest maritime playground. Scuba diving, kayaking, swimming with dolphins and scenic cruises are among the host of year-round maritime activities. The cradle of European settlement, the region attracted the country's first whalers and missionaries. Paihia (Whale Rider Country) is the main resort and fishing centre, providing convenient access to the historic village of Russell across the harbour. Nearby is Waitangi, where New Zealand's founding political document, the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed in 1840. Kerikeri is famous for its arts and crafts and historic buildings, including the Stone Store and Kemp House. Tours are available to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach in the Far North, and across to the beautiful Hokianga Harbour on the Kauri Coast.
attractions include:
Bay of Islands Maritime Park
One of New Zealand's most beautiful areas, encompassing 144 islands and offering world-class fishing and diving, and a range of scenic cruises and wildlife tours.
Hole in the Rock
This impressive natural rock arch can be visited by boat from Paihia.
Enjoying beautiful views of the bay, the 506ha Waitangi Reserve is home to the Treaty House, where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840.There is also a Maori meeting house and a carved waka (war canoe).
Swimming with the Dolphins
Experience the thrill of swimming with bottle-nosed and common dolphins, which frequent the bay year-round.
Fishing
The NZ Big Game Fishing Nationals are held in the Bay of Islands during February, with catches including marlin, shark and kingfish.
Kerikeri Arts and Crafts Trail
A circuit of artisans in and around Kerikeri from potters to chocolate and wine makers.
Kemp House, Kerikeri
Once part of a missionary post, New Zealand's oldest European building was built between 1821-22.
The Stone Store, Kerikeri
Set in the scenic Kerikeri Basin, New Zealand's oldest European stone building houses a shop and small museum.
Kerikeri or Rainbow Falls
Surrounded by native bush, the 20km high Rainbow Falls can be reached via a short track from Waipapa Rd.
Haruru Falls
Just 4km west of Paihia, this spectacular cascade falls in a rare horseshoe shape.
Russell
Once known as the 'hellhole of the South Pacific', today Russell is a quaint fishing village and a base for deep sea fishing trips. Popular attractions include Christ's Church and Pompallier House.
Long Beach
Russell's sandy beach is a popular destination for fishing and swimming during the summer.
Christ's Church
Built in 1836, this is the country's oldest surviving church. Its facade shows sign of bullet holes dating from conflicts between local Maori and European settlers.
Pompallier House
New Zealand's oldest surviving Roman Catholic building.
Events
Bay of Islands Arts Festival
A summer celebration of music, dance, theatre and comedy held in March at various venues.
Bay of Islands Country Rock Festival
This annual festival in May draws the cream of country talent from New Zealand and abroad.
Jazz & Blues Festival
NZ and international artists play at various Bay of Islands venues during this weekend festival. Held in August.
Russell Oyster Festival
Entertainment and competitions celebrate the start of the pacific oyster harvest at Russell township in early September.
Lindauer Coastal Classic
An annual yacht race from Auckland to Russell, held every Labour Weekend (October).
For more information on any of the above, or for help with any enquiries regarding New Zealand,
visit Paradise Promotions website and ask anything you require - they will endeavour to help or point you in the right direction. Better still, they will do this at NO COST to you!
Until next time
Ka Kihe
Stacey
Bay of Islands
This beautiful area is New Zealand's finest maritime playground. Scuba diving, kayaking, swimming with dolphins and scenic cruises are among the host of year-round maritime activities. The cradle of European settlement, the region attracted the country's first whalers and missionaries. Paihia (Whale Rider Country) is the main resort and fishing centre, providing convenient access to the historic village of Russell across the harbour. Nearby is Waitangi, where New Zealand's founding political document, the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed in 1840. Kerikeri is famous for its arts and crafts and historic buildings, including the Stone Store and Kemp House. Tours are available to Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach in the Far North, and across to the beautiful Hokianga Harbour on the Kauri Coast.
attractions include:
Bay of Islands Maritime Park
One of New Zealand's most beautiful areas, encompassing 144 islands and offering world-class fishing and diving, and a range of scenic cruises and wildlife tours.
Hole in the Rock
This impressive natural rock arch can be visited by boat from Paihia.
Enjoying beautiful views of the bay, the 506ha Waitangi Reserve is home to the Treaty House, where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840.There is also a Maori meeting house and a carved waka (war canoe).
Swimming with the Dolphins
Experience the thrill of swimming with bottle-nosed and common dolphins, which frequent the bay year-round.
Fishing
The NZ Big Game Fishing Nationals are held in the Bay of Islands during February, with catches including marlin, shark and kingfish.
Kerikeri Arts and Crafts Trail
A circuit of artisans in and around Kerikeri from potters to chocolate and wine makers.
Kemp House, Kerikeri
Once part of a missionary post, New Zealand's oldest European building was built between 1821-22.
The Stone Store, Kerikeri
Set in the scenic Kerikeri Basin, New Zealand's oldest European stone building houses a shop and small museum.
Kerikeri or Rainbow Falls
Surrounded by native bush, the 20km high Rainbow Falls can be reached via a short track from Waipapa Rd.
Haruru Falls
Just 4km west of Paihia, this spectacular cascade falls in a rare horseshoe shape.
Russell
Once known as the 'hellhole of the South Pacific', today Russell is a quaint fishing village and a base for deep sea fishing trips. Popular attractions include Christ's Church and Pompallier House.
Long Beach
Russell's sandy beach is a popular destination for fishing and swimming during the summer.
Christ's Church
Built in 1836, this is the country's oldest surviving church. Its facade shows sign of bullet holes dating from conflicts between local Maori and European settlers.
Pompallier House
New Zealand's oldest surviving Roman Catholic building.
Events
Bay of Islands Arts Festival
A summer celebration of music, dance, theatre and comedy held in March at various venues.
Bay of Islands Country Rock Festival
This annual festival in May draws the cream of country talent from New Zealand and abroad.
Jazz & Blues Festival
NZ and international artists play at various Bay of Islands venues during this weekend festival. Held in August.
Russell Oyster Festival
Entertainment and competitions celebrate the start of the pacific oyster harvest at Russell township in early September.
Lindauer Coastal Classic
An annual yacht race from Auckland to Russell, held every Labour Weekend (October).
For more information on any of the above, or for help with any enquiries regarding New Zealand,
visit Paradise Promotions website and ask anything you require - they will endeavour to help or point you in the right direction. Better still, they will do this at NO COST to you!
Until next time
Ka Kihe
Stacey
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