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Auckland Activity Options:

Auckland

Hibiscus Coast & Rodney District, North Auckland (inc Orewa, Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Matakana Coast, Wellford & Warkworth)

Day 3, 4 & 5 - Coromandel Peninsula

Day 6 & 7 - Tauranga/Mt Maunganui

Tauranga/Mt Maunganui Accommodation

Day 8 & 9 - Whakatane/Ohope Beach

Whakatane/Ohope Beach Accommodation

Whakatane Activities

Day 10 & 11 - Rotorua

Rotorua Accommodation options:

Rotorua Activity options:

• Te Po Indigenous Maori Experience - Te Puia’s new evening cultural experience - a feast of cultural storytelling, entertainment and Maori kai
• Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park - Experience up close encounters with native New Zealand animals and flora & fauna, including a Kiwi bird sanctuary and trout pools
• Te Urewera Treks, Rotorua - Unique eco-cultural wilderness treks venturing into the incredibly remote indigenous podocarp and beech forests of Te Urewera and Whirinaki.
• Tribal Lights Cultural Theatre - Enjoy a traditional NZ dinner and unforgettable experiences where the theatre brings tribal and historical stories of Rotorua to life.
• Off Road NZ - Your one stop adventure centre - U Drive 4WD, Sprint Cars, Monster 4X4 thrillride, claybird shooting, golf, archery.
• Waikite Valley Thermal Pools and the Pukeko in a Ponga Tree BYO Cafe - Bathing and Dining with a difference.
• Agroventures, Rotorua - Adventure activities in one location - Rotorua Bungy, Rotorua Swoop, Agrojet, Freefall Xtreme, Shweeb.
• Kaitiaki Adventures, Rotorua - White water sledging and white water rafting adventure tours on many Rotorua rivers including Kaituna, Rangitaiti & Wairoa.
• Rotorua Travel Ltd - The only dedicated tourism company specialising in combined sightseeing of attractions based in Rotorua.
  
• Waimangu Volcanic Valley - Walk through craters and take a boat cruise on the volcanic crater Lake Rotomahana to view amazing geothermal activity.
• Wet n Wild Rafting - Specialising in white water rafting day trips on the Kaituna, Rangitaiki, Lower Rangitaiki and Wairoa rivers, and in multi-day rafting expeditions, that include a range of overnight to five day expeditions on the Motu and Upper and Lower Mohaka Rivers.
• Hells Gate & Wai Ora Spa - New Zealand's only mud bath spa complex
• Mitai Maori Experience - A close up and personal Maori cultural experience
• NZONE Skydiving - Experience the thrill and excitement of a parachute jump above Rotorua
• The Buried Village - New Zealand's 1886 Mt Tarawera Eruption, Excavation, History and Gallery Museum
• Planet Bike - Mountain bike hire, tours and adventure combos in the scenic Whakarewarewa Forest.
• Helipro - Offering a selection of exciting and innovative scenic flight and charter options by helicopter in Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty.
• Agrojet - New Zealand's Fastest jetboating experience! Experience G-Forces not unlike Formula ONE Race Cars!
  
• Volcanic Air Safaris - Scenic air tours by float plane or helicopter, providing the opportunity to overview the spectacular natural features of Rotorua
• The Landing - Lake Tarawera - Casual lakeside dining with Mt Tarawera as a backdrop, plus a base for boat cruises and many lake activities.
• Mountain Action - 4x4 quad bike tours and horse riding through breathtaking native bush along the slopes of Mt Ngongotaha.
• Realm of Tane - Taking you on an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation.
• Supa Travel Express - Door to door airport shuttle transfers Tauranga - Auckland - Hamilton - Rotorua. Charter/personalised tours. Sports clubs, weddings, corporate functions.
• Tamaki Maori Village - The cultural experience the world is talking about. Journey back in time to a Pre-European lifestyle experience of customs and traditions.
• Action New Zealand - All weather action attraction plus many team building activities.
• Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park - Located between Taupo & Rotorua. Often described as the most interesting and picturesque geothermal area in NZ.
• New Zealand Riverjet - New Zealand's premier, and ONLY thermal eco safari! Conveniently sited between Taupo & Rotorua.
• Luxury Airport Shuttles & Tours - Door to door shuttle service in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and surrounding areas, Whakatane & and Rotorua. Tours also available.
• Spring Loaded Fun Park - Excitement, action & laughter with adventure jet boating, U-Drive four wheel drives, Zespri kiwifruit and farm tours, and conference team building activities.
• Te Puia Maori Arts & Crafts Institute - New Zealand's premier Maori culture and geothermal visitor experience
• Rotorua Duck Tours - A sightseeing adventure onboard a WWII amphibious vehicle able to travel on land and water!
• Rotorua Museum - discover the essence of Rotorua; its people, culture and volcanic landscape
• Kawarau Jet - An endless range of jetboating combo's and adventures

• Acacia Cliffs Lodge, Taupo (*from NZ$550 B&B)
• Paeroa Lakeside Homestay, Taupo (*from NZ$250)
• Minarapa Lodge, Taupo (*from NZ$110 B&B)
• Mountain View Motel, Taupo (*from NZ$95)
• Colonial Lodge Motel, Taupo (*from NZ$99)
• The Cove Motel, Taupo (*from NZ$100)
• Awahuri Taupo Garden Lodge (*from NZ$225 B&B)
• Chelmswood Motel, Taupo (*from NZ$110)
• The Point Villas, Taupo (*from NZ$1100)
• Kauri Point, Taupo (*from NZ$350 B&B)
• TERRA - Taupo Eco Retreat Recreation & Adventure, Taupo (*POA)
• Waimarama Fishing Lodge, Turangi (*from NZ$300)
• Base Backpackers Hostel, Taupo (*from NZ$29pp)
• Catelli's Motel & Conference Centre, Taupo (*from NZ$120)
• Quest Taupo (*from NZ$120)
• Rainbow Point Motel, Taupo (*from NZ$90)
• Karaka Tree Motel, Taupo (*from NZ$120)
• Great Lake Holiday Park, Taupo (*from NZ$58)
• Tongariro Lodge, Turangi (*from NZ$400 DBB)

• Whare Ora Lodge, Ohakune (*from NZ$220 B&B
• Tongariro Lodge, Turangi (*from NZ$400 DBB)
• Waimarama Fishing Lodge, Turangi (*from NZ$300)
• The Ski Haus, National Park Village (*from NZ$18pp)
• National Park Backpackers, National Park Village (*from NZ$21pp)
• Tairoa Lodge Luxury Homestay, Ohakune (*from NZ$140)
• The Country Classic Lodge, Raetihi (*from NZ$60 B&B)
• Awa-iti Lodge, Ohakune (*from NZ$90 B&B)
• Bridge to Nowhere Lodge, Whanganui National Park (*POA)

• Tongariro River Rafting, Turangi - A Qualmark approved operator for white water rafting, kayaking, fly fishing, mountain biking.
• Taupo Air Services - Stunning Flight Seeing Adventures around the beautiful volcanic landscape of the North Island.
• Blazing Paddles Canoe Hire 1-5 day canoe adventures along the scenic Whanganui River
• Tongariro Volcanic Adventures - a new transport service based at National Park transporting persons to and from the ski field at the Top of the Bruce road.
• Bridge to Nowhere Tours - For your total “adventure on the Whanganui River" let us show you the natural and cultural heritage of the Whanganui National Park.

New Plymouth Accommodation Options:

• Villa Heights Bed & Breakfast (*from NZ$110 B&B)
• Saddle & Sulky Motor Lodge (*from NZ$110)
• Flamingo Motel (*from NZ$98)
• Amber Court Motel (*from NZ$110)
• Brougham Heights Motel (*from NZ$130)
• Nice Hotel & Bistro (*from NZ$225)
• Quality Hotel Plymouth International (*from NZ$110)
• Auto Lodge Motor Inn (*from NZ$89)

East & South Taranaki (Mokau, Matapu, Hawera)

• Mokau Motels, Mokau (90km north of New Plymouth) - (*from NZ$80)
• Kingfisher Cottage, Matapu (*from NZ$200)
• Tairoa Lodge & Cottage, Hawera (*from NZ$140 B&B)

• Whangamomona Hotel, Forgotten World Highway, Stratford (*POA)
• Sarsen House at Te Popo Gardens, Stratford (*from NZ$135 B&B)

• Precision Helicopters Ltd, Taranaki, Blenheim & Gore - Offering an array of helicopter tours with the personal touch.
• Tawhiti Museum, Hawera - A truly unique heritage enterprise by Nigel Ogle who uses life size exhibits and scale models to capture the past in a series of super realistic displays.
• Govett Brewster Art Gallery - A leading contemporary art museum and home of the Len Lye collection and includes a cafe and design shop.
• Puke Ariki - Heritage, Knowledge and Information Centre - State of the art museum and library technologies which convey the spirit of Taranaki.
• Pukekura Park - A vast public park which houses a stunning Fernery offering an ever-changing display of indoor/outdoor plants from all over the world.
• New Plymouth Coastal Walkway - Stroll along this dramatic coastal walkway 7 km long from Lake Rotomanu to Port Taranaki
• Festival of Lights - From mid-Dec to early Feb every year thousands of lighting effects transform the gardens of Pukekura Park.
• Todd Energy Aquatic Centre - Great for the whole family - warm, safe and fun! Enjoy the wave pool, sauna, spa, fitness centre and other facilities all year round.

• Bodyhaven Boutique Spa, Wellington - Bodyhaven is a spa style boutique offering massage in various modalities, beauty and spa treatments and healing arts.
• Ezi-Rent Car Hire, NZ Wide locations - Quality rental cars in New Zealand for the budget-conscious traveller.

• Adelphi Lodge Backpackers (*from NZ$25pp)
• Norfolk Pine Waterfront Kaikoura Motel (*from NZ$95)
• Donegal House Bed & Breakfast Hotel (*from NZ$120 B&B)
• Awatea Country Bed & Breakfast (*from NZ$120 B&B
• Ardara Lodge Bed & Breakfast (*from NZ$120 B&B)
• Titoki Lodge Bed & Breakfast (*from NZ$140 B&B)
• Kaikoura Cottage Motels (*POA)
• Nikau Lodge (*from NZ$95 B&B)
• Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast (*from NZ$150 B&B)

• The Chalets Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$105)
• Clear Ridge Apartment Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$225)
• Bella Vista Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$105)
• Cheltenham House Bed & Breakfast, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$170 B&B)
• Fontainebleau Luxury Retreat, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$360 B&B)
• Alpine Lodge Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$100)
• Hanmer Resort Motel, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$95)
• Riverview Lodge, Hanmer Springs (*from NZ$150)

• Alpha Motel Luxury Apartments, Christchurch (*POA)
• Hambledon Historic Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch City (*from NZ$250 B&B)
• Milano Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• Christchurch Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$105)
• Croydon House B&B and Apartments (*from NZ$110 B&B)
• Best Western Clyde on Riccarton Motel, Christchurch (*From NZ$115)
• Avonhead Lodge Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$89)
• Charlie B's Backpackers, Christchurch (*from NZ$19pp)
• Adorian Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$85)
• de lago Motel Apartments, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• Country Glen Lodge, Christchurch City (*from NZ$105)
• Tower Junction Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$110)
• Akaroa Cottages, Akaroa (*POA)
• Chardonnay Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$110)
• Merivale Court Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$90)
• Colombo in the City Motel, Christchurch (*POA)
• Camelot Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$125)
• A Nest on Mount Pleasant Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch (*from NZ$80 B&B)
• A Nest on Mount Pleasant Holiday Home, Christchurch (*from NZ$120)
• YMCA Budget Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$25)
• Kowhai Farmstay, Oxford, 40 mins from Christchurch (*from NZ$75)
• Destination Akaroa - Akaroa information service
• Seascape-Escape Bed & Breakfast, Mt Pleasant, Christchurch (*POA)
• Glentanner Park, Mt Cook (*from NZ$13-NZ$110)
• Avon Grove Villa Bed & Breakfast, Christchurch (*from NZ$100 B&B)
• 298 Westside Motor Lodge, Christchurch (*from NZ$99)
• Stonehurst Accommodation, Christchurch City (*POA)
• Denton Park Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$110)
• Addington City Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$95)
• Raceway Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$80)
• Base Christchurch Backpackers, Christchurch (*from NZ$26pp)
• CentrePoint on Colombo (*from NZ$105)
• City Oasis Lodge & Motel (*from NZ$20-NZ$95)
• Christchurch Top 10 Holiday Park, Christchurch (*from NZ$45)
• Riccarton Village Inn Hotel, Christchurch (*from NZ$79)
• 306 on Riccarton Motel, Christchurch (*from NZ$105)

• Euro Car Rental, Queenstown & Christchurch - Specialising in European and 4WD cars for hire with trusted brands such as Audi, BMW, VW, Peugeot, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, Mazda and Nissan.
• smartcars, Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown - Leading specialty rental car company offering the latest motorcars from Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Mini and Porsche.
• West Coast Shuttle - Daily transport from Greymouth to Christchurch. Mountain bike tours & ski packages.
• KEA Campers, Christchurch & Auckland - New Zealand's award-winning campervan and motorhome rental company offering a modern rental fleet.
• HELiPRO, Christchurch - Unique and Unforgettable scenic flight options, combination packages and weekend getaways.
• Katoro Waka Heritage Journeys, Christchurch - Your gateway to the world of the South Island Maori - waka (canoe) journeys, natural wildlife, and friendly Maori cultural performances
• River Tours, Rakaia Gorge - Choose from anexciting range of Fishing and Jet Boat Tours on the pristine waters of the Rakaia Gorge
• Kowhai Farm Horse Riding Holidays, Oxford - Horse trekking tours and riding school, from half day to 3 months.
• Destination Akaroa - Information and bookings for Akaroa accommodation, rentals and activities.
• Tamaki Heritage Village, Christchurch - Experience New Zealand Maori culture and see history come to life!
• Airlink Rentals - Renowned for providing quality rental vehicles with handy New Zealand wide locations.
• nzski.com - New Zealand's Premiere Skiing & Snowboarding Areas - Coronet Peak, The Remarkables & Mt Hutt
• Pohatu Penguins, Banks Peninsula - See the large White Flippered Penguin colony unobtrusively by kayak and enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife of Pohatu Marine Reserve.
• Canterbury Shuttles & Tours - Superior passenger transport service offering transfers, transport for private functions and personalised tours.
• KoTane, Christchurch - Maori Cultural Experience
• Jet Thrills, Christchurch - Jetboating on the mighty Waimakariri River
• Southern Link Coaches - Daily buses & coaches from Christchurch to Queenstown and Nelson
• Bill Rodgers Guided Fly Fishing, Timaru & Gore - Guided brown trout fishing in select parts of the Mataura River normally fished only by experts.
• Ezi-Rent Car Hire, New Zealand Wide Locations - Quality rental cars for the budget minded traveller.

• Aspen on King Motel, Timaru (*from NZ$115)
• Baywatch Motor Lodge, Timaru (*from NZ$110)
• Parklands Motor Lodge, Timaru (*from NZ$99)
• Kingsdown Manor, Timaru (*from NZ$180 B&B)
• Stonebridge - Venue/Restaurant/Accommodation, Geraldine (20mins from Timaru) - (*from NZ$200 B&B)

• Burnside Homestead - Historic Country Estate, Oamaru (from NZ$125-NZ$295)
• Limestone Retreat, Oamaru (*from NZ$ 90 B&B)
• GlenMac Farmstay, Kurow, Waitaki Valley, 60kms inland from Oamaru (*from NZ$10pp-NZ$80pp DBB)
• Visit Oamaru & Waitaki Valley - Local i-site accommodation & activity information

Dunedin Accommodation Options:

Things to see & do in Dunedin

Day 27, 28 & 29 - Southland

• Waiau Hotel, Tuatapere, 88 km from Invercargill (*from NZ$35 B&B)
• Long Acres Farmstay, Invercargill (*from NZ$100 B&B)
• Hacienda Motel, Invercargill (*POA)
• Tayesta Motel, Invercargill (*from NZ$98)
• Braemar Farmstay, Invercargill (*from NZ$65)
• Tudor Park Country Stay & Garden, Invercargill (*from NZ$130 B&B)
• Bella Vista Motel, Invercargill (*from NZ$106)
• 388 Tay Motel, Invercargill (*from NZ$110)
• Colonial Motel, Invercargill (*from NZ$95)
• Coachmans Inn, Invercargill (*from NZ$40-NZ$85)
• Aachen Motel, Invercargill (*from NZ$99)
• Tower Lodge Motel, Invercargill (*from NZ$105)
• The Manor Bed & Breakfast, Invercargill (*from NZ$110 B&B)
• Colonial Motor Inn, Invercargill (*from NZ$92)
• Queens Park Motels, Invercargill (*from NZ$105)
• Glenroy Park Homestay, Invercargill (*from NZ$100 B&B)
• Burtonwood Bed & Breakfast, Invercargill (*from NZ$125 B&B)
• Nokomai Station, Lumsden, 1 hour from Invercargill (*from NZ$250)
• Five Rivers Retreat, Lumsden, 1 hour from Invercargill (*from NZ$220 B&B)

• Mainholm Lodge, Tapanui (*from NZ$150 B&B)
• Brentleigh Homestead, Gore 30 mins from Gore (*from NZ$180 DBB)
• Surat Bay Lodge & Holiday Park, Owaka, Catlins (*from NZ$23pp)
• Hokonui Homestay, Gore (*from NZ$70 B&B)
• Waiau Hotel, Tuatapere, 88 km from Invercargill (*from NZ$35 B&B)
• Heartland Hotel Croydon, Gore (*from NZ$185.65, regular specials available)
• Waikava Harbour View Lodge, Waikawa, South Catlins (*from NZ$150)
• Nokomai Station, Lumsden (*from NZ$250)
• Fortrose Retreat, Fortrose, Catlins (*from NZ$175 B&B)