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Bay of Islands is made up of 144 islands which provide calm sailing, swimming and fis hing wate rs. Apart from the on-wate r activities there are sandy, golden beaches, native fores ts and historica l attractions.

BAY OF ISLANDS

Hawke’s Bay presents an eclectic mix of visual and sensual expe riences. The region is Ne w Zealand’s leading producer of red wines and has the greatest concentration of Art Deco architecture. Nelson is a region rich in diversity and well known for its very broad arts comm unity. The Abe l Tasman Nationa l Park is a 30 minute drive from Nels on and boasts golde n sand beaches and s parkling blue skies.

HAWKE’S BAY

NELSON

QUEENSTOWN

Queenstown is famous for its spectacula r alpine scenery. Its lakeside location provides a beautiful setting and is the playground for adventure! It offers a variety of activities, yet also presents a wonderful haven in which to relax.

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DAY 1

ARRIVE AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Fly AUCKLAND to QUEE NSTOWN – Azur Lodge

DAY 2 - 3

Azur Lodge

DAY 4

Fly QUEENSTOWN to NELSON – Clifftops Retreat

DAY 5 - 6

Clifftops Retreat

DAY 7

Fly NELSON to HAWKE’S BAY – The Farm a t Cape Kidna ppers

DAY 8 – 9

The Farm at Cape Kidna ppers

DAY 10

Fly HAWKE’S BAY to BAY OF ISLANDS – Eagles Nest

DAY 11 - 12

Eagles Nest

DAY 13

Fly BAY OF ISLANDS to AUCKLAND DEPART AUCKLA ND, NEW ZEALAND to PAPEETE, TAHITI

DAY 12 *Due to crossing of the Inte rnational Date Line

ARRIVE PAPEETE, TAHITI Fly PAPEETE to BORA BORA – Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

DAY 13 – 14 – 15

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora

DAY 16

Fly BORA BORA to PAPEETE DEPART PAPEETE, TAHITI

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AZUR Lodge, Queenstown Azur's villas are designed to le t you absorb the incre dible views in chic luxury and total privacy. Each villa has a private deck a nd lounge a rea, with gas fire place, LCD television and DVD/CD stere o system. Azur bathrooms are mode lled on those of some of the world’s grea t hotels and include dual vanities, rain fores t shower heads and spa tubs positioned in the window to be enjoyed either indoor or outdoor. www.azur.co.nz

Clifftops Retreat, Nelson Clifftops Retreat is a brand new 1100 sq ft luxury cottage perched high on the cliffs nea r Nelson, overlooking sandy beaches, the glitte ring Tasman Sea and the s parkling lights of Nelson. This luxury jewel was architecturally designed and encompasses all the modern conveniences. A spa pool set right on the cliff edge offers you breathtaking views while the warm water relaxes and envelopes you. www.clifftops-retreat.co.nz

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Hawke’s Bay The Farm is located on the North Island in the Hawke's Bay, one of New Zealand's most important and lovelies t wine districts and favourite vacation spots. It has lived up to expectations as another iconic, 'not to be missed' expe rience. Like Kauri Cliffs, Cape Kidnappe rs is set on a 5,000-acre sheep and cattle farm which rolls along cliffs that plunge dramatically to the sea. www.ca pekidnappers.com

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Eagles Nest, Russell This multi-awa rd winning re treat is set within a 75 acre esta te atop its own private ridgeline offering spectacula r views of the Bay of Islands. Designed and furnishe d in an eclectic international contem pora ry style, where gardens and lodgings blend into the natural topography and foliage. Eagles Nest is within easy walking distance of the historic town of Russell, the birth place of New Zealand. Four of the five world class villas offers its own private heated horiz on edged lap pool, all offering private Jacuzzis, air conditioning, original a rtworks, home theatre system, Living Nature amenities and fully equipped gourmet kitche n. www.eagles nest.co.nz

Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, French Polynesia Situated betwee n the deep blue Pacific and the multihued waters of a tranquil lagoon, Four Seasons Res ort Bora Bora offers South Seas escape on its own sublimely private small islet. Inspired by Polynesian archite cture, the village-like Resort blends into a lush world of unsurpassed tropical beauty a nd takes full advantage of the s pectacular views. The ultimate in luxurious seclus ion, Four Seasons combines thoughtful service and impeccable mode rn amenities. www.fourseasons.com/borabora

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Day 1 Arri ve Auckland, New Zealand – Queens town Upon arrival into Auckland you will be met by your local Seasonz guide and transferred by private vehicle to the Domestic Terminal for your de parting flight to Queenstown. Before you depart your guide will go over your itine rary and answe r any ques tions you may have. Stunning scenery as you fly into Queenstown

Fly Auckland to Queens town. Upon arrival into Queens town you will be met and tra nsferre d by private vehicle to Azur Lodge, a tra nsfer of approxima tely 20 minutes.

Relax at Azur Lodge

The remainde r of the day is at your leisure to relax a nd settle into your beautiful new surroundings. We recommend you explore the centre of Queenstown with its diversity of shops a nd activities. Perhaps head up the gondola to the top of Bob’s Peak for an amazing view of the a rea. A great welcome to the adventure capital! ACCOMMODATION Azur Lodge: One King Villa INCLUDED MEALS Evening Drinks INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

Day 2 Queenstown This morning you will be collected from the lodge and transfe rred to Queenstown Airport to enjoy a Milford Sound Helicopter Excursion with Glacier La nding.

The Milford Sound Helicopter Excursion is a must!

You will see mountains gliding by as your helicopte r winds its way through the Southern Alps on an unforgettable flight to Milford Sound. This breathtaking flight takes you over secluded alpine lakes, lush rainforest, through deep bush-fringed valleys and past rugged mountain peaks. Land, take a stroll and abs orb the natural beauty of Fiordland. Your flight then sweeps the full length of the fiord until you reach the rugged West Coast offering a unique opportunity to view seals in the ir natural colonies. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in a beautiful location high up in the mountains. After returning to Queens town Airport you will be transferred back to the lodge. ACCOMMODATION Azur Lodge: One King Villa INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast, Picnic Lunch and Evening Drinks INCLUDED ACTIVITIES Milford Sound Helicopte r Excursion with Glacier Landing

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Day 3 Queenstown Today is at your leis ure in Queens town. You may like to enjoy some of the following optional activities:

The Shotover Jet Boat Ride

Mountain Biking in Queenstown

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‘Catch the ca nyons’ with Shotover Je t: The World’s most exciting Jet Boat ride. This is a thrilling thirty minute jetboat ride you’ll never forget! The Shotover Canyon walls towe r over you as your driver skillfully whips the boa t past rocky outcrops, and skims around crags and boulders!

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Guided Mountain Biking Tour: Enjoy your scenic bike ride around the picturesque Queens town region and take in the s tunning scenery surrounding you. Enjoy some true southe rn hos pitality from your charming native South Island guide.

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Dart River Je t Boat Wilderness Safari: Enjoy a spe ctacula r je t boat journey through the Dart River, surrounded by breathtaking snowcapped m ountains, waterfalls and glacial valleys froze n in time. Enjoy an easy guided walk through ancient native forest and learn about the unique flora and fauna, as well as the fascinating Maori and colonial history of the a rea. You will also journey by 4WD coach via a scenic back-road route, while hearing stories about the surrounding countryside and stopping to view the beautiful scene ry.

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Fly Fishing: Take advantage of the excellent fly-fishing wate rs in New Zealand as you drink in some magnificent scenery – majestic mountains, beech fores t, and crystal-clear rivers and streams – stalking sighted Brown and Rainbow Trout. Transfer by helicopte r or 4WD to a premium fly-fishing area, where you will see mile afte r mile of pristine river without an a ngler in sight.

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Skippers Canyon 4WD Safari: Depart today on a safari by 4WD vehicle into Skippe rs Canyon. This road was hewn out of rock with pick and shovel, over a period of 10 years by men, bitten with gold fever in the 1880's. High above Queenstown the road traverses the Skippers Saddle, affording stunning views of heartland New Zealand. Each hairpin bend affords a ne w and m ore impress ive vista as you wind along this ribbon road, as the mighty Shotover River rushes below. Drive across the spectacula r Skippers sus pension bridge built in the 1900’s, to the old township of Skippers.

Dart River Jet Boat Wilderness Safari

Fly Fishing Adventure

Skippers Canyon 4WD Safari

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• Personalise d Wine ry Excurs ion in the Southe rn Lakes Region: Visit the Gibbston Valley burgeoning wine region, the Southern most wine producing region in the world. Here extreme conditions have led to pionee ring winemaking, consistently superb wines, and worldwide recognition. Enjoy a wine cave tour and wine tasting following lunch at Amisfield Winery, the architecturally award winning winery known for its “Grown Not Made” philosophy.

Tandem Paragliding over Queenstown

Kawarau Bungy

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Tandem Paragliding: Take the Skyline Gondola cable car ride to Bob’s Peak where you will have spectacular views over Queens town and Lake Wakatipu. Your flight takes you over a pine fores t, practically skimming the top of the tall pine trees, the g round then drops dramatically away exposing you to 2500 feet of breath-taking views beneath you.

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Kawarau Bridge Bungy: Take a leap or watch others take the leap off the bridge whe re it all began. A.J. Hackett, a New Zealander who became a worldwide cult he ro after jumping off the Eiffe l Tower on a bungy rope, was the first person to develop bungy jumping commercially. This activity takes you to the Kawarau Bridge, where Hackett firs t set up shop. It’s your turn to take the plunge — 141 feet (43 metres) into the canyon below. You’ll s oon unders tand why this site is the mos t popular bungy spot in the world.

• Onsen Hot Pools: The Onsen Hot Pools expe rience is all about unwinding and soaking-up Queenstown’s spectacular scene ry. Immerse yourself in the views, the pure waters, and the fres h mountain air, as your mind and body surre nders to the deep pe netra ting warm th and gentle massage of your private pool. • The Skyline Luge: The scene ry's a blur as you hurtle down a winding downhill track through the trees! Race through the bends, or pull in for a breathe r and enjoy the panorama from one of the stopping bays. Burn it up on the fast track or cruise sedately down the scenic track then hop on the chairlift and do it all again. Skyline Luge - it's 800 metres of fast-paced freedom where once is never e nough!

Onsen Hot Pools

ACCOMMODATION Azur Lodge: One King Villa INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast and Evening Drinks INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

Day 4 Queenstown – Nelson This morning you will be tra nsferre d to Queenstown Airport for your departing flight to Nels on. This is a transfer of approximately 20 minutes. Fly Queenstown to Ne lson. Clifftops Retreat

On arrival into Ne lson colle ct your rental vehicle and make your way to Clifftops Retreat, a transfe r of approximately 30 minutes. This afternoon is at your leisure to relax and enjoy your new s urroundings. Your hosts will recomme nd a restaurant for dinne r tonight. Enjoy the sunset at Clifftops Retreat

ACCOMMODATION Clifftops Retreat: Exclusive Use INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

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Day 5 Nelson This morning make your way to Ste phen’s Bay to enjoy a Full Day Boating Excursion in the Abel Tasman National Park. This is a drive of approximately 40 m inutes. Your boat depa rts for the golden sand coastline of the Abel Tasman Nationa l Park. On this leisurely trip through the park you will e xperience some of the most magnificent coastline that New Zealand has to offer, where native bus h meets golden sands and crystal clear wa ters a re a play ground for birds, seals and dolphins. As you explore the coast your boat skipper will point out local seal colonies and secluded beach hideaways. A delicious lunch platte r is enjoyed in a shelte red cove, where you will also have the opportunity to use the onboard kayaks and snorkelling gear! Your hosts will recomme nd a restaurant for dinne r tonight.

The Abel Tasman National Park

ACCOMMODATION Clifftops Retreat: Exclusive Use INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast Provisions and Lunch INCLUDED ACTIVITIES Full Day Boating Excursion in the Abel Tasman Nationa l Park

Day 6 Nelson Today is at your leis ure. You may like to enjoy one of the following optional activities: •

Mountain Biking in the Nelson Region

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Mountain Biking the Dun Mountain Trail: A classic mountain bike ride for experts or novices. Accessing the mountain by a short helicopter lift, the trip starts with a short alpine hike to the beginning of the Dun Mountain T rail; created from New Zealand’s first railway, built in the 1800’s for a mining venture. Twenty glorious downhill kilometres through native and exotic forest before finishing on a single track alongside the Maitai River.

Nelson Wine Region

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The Heaphy Track Heli Hike: This is one of New Zealand’s classic walks, with a wide variety of landscapes and vegetation. The Heaphy Track heli hike offers those with limite d time to experie nce the de nse subtropical forest of the Northwes t of Nelsons Kahurangi Na tional Park, with an abundance of rata, karaka, mahoe and flax along the Heaphy river and its peaceful lagoon, and the splendid isolation of the wild surf and golden sand beaches along the coastline to Karamea. Today’s excursion is fully guided with gourmet morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.

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Personalise d Wine Tour: A privately guided tour of the Nelson region in the com fort of a luxury vehicle. There are no set itine raries for this tour; your guide is happy to create something spe cial based on your personal inte rests. Visit boutique wineries s uch as Tasman Bay, Neudorf, Waimea Estate, Himmelsfeld and Moutere Hills. Our experie nced drivers will take care of your every need.

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Guided Nelson Art Tour: Highlights include a visit to the workshop at Höglund Glass, where you can watch craftsme n blow exquisite coloured vases and vessels. You’ll also visit the World of Wearable Arts gallery where you’ll see the outlandis h fashion garments created over the past five years of this national fashion competition. There are also gallery visits and private viewings with local artists on the agenda.

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Nelson Saturday Market: The Saturday market in Montgome ry Square is another way to expe rience the crea tivity of Nelson's community. Here you find real people and products made and produce d by the people who are selling them. Prowl the lanes be tween the hundreds of stalls for Nelson's best; crafts, potte ry, unique gifts, designer wear, woodwork, organic veges, breads, fruit, cheeses, gourmet foods, treasure, treat yourself at the food stalls!

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The Food Source – Mountain BBQ: This cuisine heli adventure showcases some of NZ's freshest produce and finest locations. Enjoy a breathtaking scenic flight to an alpine location in one of Nelsons Nationa l Parks. Upon landing in the mountains your personal Miche lin trained and award winning chef “Matt Boute rey” will pre pare fresh local produce and create a sumptuous three course lunch for you to enjoy… Relax and soak up the surrounds with loca l wines in your own private para dise.

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“Great Taste” Cycle Trail: Enjoy lovely, flat, easy cycling on the new cycle trail, either through rural and vineyard area’s from Brightwater to Richm ond or along the estua ry and coastline to Mapua with a short special bike ferry ride from Rabbit Island across to Mapua wha rf.

World of Wearable Arts

Nelson Saturday Mark ets

Food Source Mountain BBQ

Your hosts will recomme nd a restaurant for dinne r tonight. ACCOMMODATION Clifftops Retreat: Exclusive Use INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast Provisions INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

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Day 7 Nelson – Hawke’s Ba y This morning make your way to Nels on Airport and return your rental vehicle before your de parting flight to Napier. Fly Nelson to Napier. On arrival into Napie r you will be met and transferred to The Farm at Cape Kidnappe rs. This is a transfe r of approxima tely 45 minutes.

The Farm at Cape Kidnappers

The remainde r of your day is at your leis ure to relax and enjoy your new surroundings. You may like to enjoy one of the following onsite activities: •

The Spa at Cape Kidnappers

• Golf a t Cape Kidnappe rs: A simply stunning Tom Doak designe d golf course. This is the sister course to Kauri Cliffs in the Bay of Islands. Opened in 2004 the course is 6588m long and has a par of 71. The goal in designing the course was to create inte resting holes you wouldn't find anywhere else. That wasn't hard to do a t Cape Kidnappers, be cause the site is not like anywhere else in golf. It's an overwhelming expe rience to stand up on the cliffs, 140 meters above sea level, and look out across the waves far below in Hawke’s Bay •

The stunning Cape Kidnappers Golf Course

Spa at Cape Kidnappers: Relax, rejuvenate and revive your body and spirit at the Cape Kidnappe rs Spa. For a truly pampered expe rience, the spa is located on the hillside above the lodge with amazing views across the valley towards the sea or over the pine forest to snow covered Mount Ruapehu.

Walking trails & Nature Walks: Take a short stroll along Trigg Road which overlooks some truly amazing views of Ocean Beach and Ba re Island. For a longer walk head out to the Kanuka Block and enjoy beautiful native bush and inspirational views of the Pacific Ocean. After all Cape Kidnappe rs boasts some of the most inspiring trails in the North Island.

ACCOMMODATION The Farm at Cape Kidnappers: One King Ridge Suite Dinner Attire: Gentlemen to wear jackets during cocktails and dinner. Jackets are available to borrow. Walking trails at Cape Kidnappers

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INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast Provisions, Pre Dinner Drinks and Dinner INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

Day 8 Ha wke’s Ba y

Explore Cape Kidnappers by Quad Bike

This morning enjoy a Property Tour of The Farm at Cape Kidna ppers. No visit to Cape Kidnappers is comple te without a tour of this 6,000 acre working sheep and cattle farm. Explore this magnificent prope rty in fourwheel drive comfort. This afternoon enjoy a Kiwi Discovery Walk. This is a very s pecial expe rience with Kiwi expe rt Dr. John McLe nnan and his team. Enjoy an exclusive, guided evening walk on the prope rty, in search of the New Zealand Kiwi Bird. You will help the guides use their radio tracking and monitoring devices to locate these unique, nocturnal birds. This gives you the chance to get up-close and learn more about one of New Zealand’s mos t endange red and rare birds.

Kiwi Discovery Walk

ACCOMMODATION The Farm at Cape Kidnappers: One King Ridge Suite INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast, Pre Dinne r Drinks and Dinne r INCLUDED ACTIVITIES Property Tour of The Farm at Cape Kidnappers and Kiwi Discovery Walk

Day 9 Ha wke’s Ba y This morning you will be met at the lodge by your local Seasonz guide, to enjoy a ‘Best of the Bay’ Tour. This tour will give you the best sights of the Hawke’s Bay and can be arranged to suit just your interests. Art Deco Buildings in Napier

Enjoy a unique Cultural Experience

You will have the chance to enjoy delicious foods, fruits, meet Maori elde rs and artis ts all se t in beautiful rural Hawke’s Bay. You will first enjoy a walk amongst the diverse collection of art deco buildings in Na pier. Enjoy meeting fascinating artists in their studios and view their works, spend time with interes ting Maori, explore stunning scenery whilst absorbing our his tory. Visit a rural coas tal settlement and talk with a Maori who can provide a spiritual insight into her culture and can clea rly demonstrate what it is that makes these indigenous people s o special. You will a lso have the chance to visit creative producers on their land where you can taste, touch and smell the myriad of tantalizing products they make from the deep s oils. At the conclus ion of your excursion you will be transferred back to The Farm at Cape Kidnappe rs.

The Tuki Tuki River in the Hawke’s Bay

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ACCOMMODATION The Farm at Cape Kidnappers: One King Ridge Suite INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast, Pre Dinne r Drinks and Dinne r INCLUDED ACTIVITIES ‘Best of the Bay’ Tour

Day 10 Ha wke’s Ba y – Ba y of Islands This morning you will be transferred by private vehicle to Napier Airport for your departing flight to Kerikeri via Auckland. This is a transfer of approximately 45 m inutes. The Bay of Islands

Fly Napier to Ke rikeri via Auckland. Upon arrival to Kerikeri Airport you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to Eagles Nes t. This is a transfe r of approxima tely 45 m inutes including a fe rry. The remainder of your day is at your leisure to settle in and explore your stunning new surroundings. You may like to visit the historic and quaint village of Russell. This was once a haven for runaway sailors, escaped convicts, lusty whalers and the site of New Zealand’s first white settleme nt and capital is a fabulous place for a leisurely s troll.

Eagles Nest

ACCOMMODATION Eagles Nest: First Light Villa INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

Day 11 & 12 Ba y of Islands Your time at Eagles Nest is at your leis ure. You may like to e njoy some of the following activities available in the Bay of Islands: •

Luxury Boat Cruise through the Bay of Islands: Your private sailing catamaran is fast and nimble e nough to explore the bay with ease yet has the comfort, safety and ambience to provide an e xceptional day on board, enjoying the breeze and the view from the covered de ck. Enjoy the comfort of this amazing 54 ft sailing ca tamaran, offering you a tota lly unique way to experie nce New Zealand's world famous Bay of Islands. Enjoy level sailing, all-round visibility and lots of comfortable space, inside and out. As you explore the Bay of Islands you will lea rn about the area's history, marine life and natura l wonders. Dolphins, pe nguins and seabirds are frequently sighted during the day. Guided by your professional and knowle dgeable crew e njoy beach combing and lunch served in a sheltere d cove. You may also wish to enjoy use of the snorkelling gear and kayaks during the day!

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Waitangi Treaty Grounds: This is the location of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi and the birth place of New Zealand as a nation. It was here on February 6th, 1840, that the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed between Maori and the British Crown.

Sail in the Bay of Islands

The Waka at Waitangi

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Deep Sea Fishing: The wate rs of New Zealand’s Northland have produced a long list of world-record catches a nd have become a Mecca for prize fishers worldwide. This adventure takes you out into this rema rkable area for a full day of dee p sea fishing. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board and plenty of time to enjoy some of the world’s best fishing.

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Northland Helicopter & Quad Biking Adventure: Depa rt Eagles Nest for your flight over spectacular Northland, Whangaroa and Pare ngarenga Harbours, and beautiful beaches including the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Land at Hukatere whe re you will be briefed by your guide for a Quad Biking Adventure! Journey through the la rgest exotic pine forest in the Far North to find the wild horses of Aupouri, touch prehistoric Kauri logs carbon date d 30-50 thousand years old and enjoy the untouched scenery surrounding this unique region. Enjoy an exciting ride along white beaches and over sand dunes!




Scuba Diving: Enjoy magnifice nt subtropical diving in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enter a world of deep canyons, caves and pinnacles. Explore the unique sites of the spectacular Deep Water Cove and dozens of other bays and islands. Experience a multitude of friendly marine life including moray eels, fish, octopus, stingrays, manta rays and the occasional marine mammal. Discover volcanic rock reefs and large kelp forests teeming with fish life. With countless dive sites to choose from, including the wreck of the Gree npeace boat Rainbow Warrior, the Bay of Islands is the premier place to scuba dive in New Zealand.

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Enjoy the Beaches in Russell: Long Beach is one of the best beaches in Russell and a very safe swimming beach. Tapeka Point beach is jus t 3 minutes drive from Eagle’s Nest and has soft white sand and is a safe swimming beach.

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Waipoua Forest Expe rience by Helicopter: Lift off from Eagle’s Nest for your flight over spe ctacula r Northland to the Waipoua Forest with stunning scenery. Land at the Waipoua Forest, where you will meet your local guide who will take you on a memorable journey through the Kauri Forest, whilst providing a mythological and interactive inte rpretation of life in the fores t. Meet the New Zealand ancestors; the mighty Te Matua Ngahere ('The Father of the Forest') estimated to be be tween 3,000 and 4,000 years old, the Tree’s mighty girth is over 5 metres (15ft) in diameter. 'The Four Sisters' are a g raceful collection of kauri trees that have grown close togethe r in sibling ha rmony and finally, Tane Mahuta ('The Lord of the Forest') who stands an impressive 51 metres (150ft) tall.

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Horse Riding: A unique and exhilarating way to see the Bay of Islands is on horse back. Join our expe rience d Horse tra iner on he r farm in Kerikeri where you can ride in the sand are na, explore the cross-country course or trek over the easy rolling farm with tracks, forested areas and wide open spaces to ride through. You will be matched with a suitable horse or pony depending on your size and ability.

Deep Sea Fishing in the Bay of Islands

Helicopter Excursion over Northland

Scuba Diving in the Bay of Islands

Tane Mahuta, the ‘Lord of the Forest’

Horse Riding in the Bay of Islands

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ACCOMMODATION Eagles Nest: First Light Villa INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast Provisions INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

Day 13 Ba y of Islands – Auckland Depa rt Auckland, New Zealand This morning you will be transferred to Ke rikeri Airport by private vehicle for your departing flight to Auckland. This is a transfer of approximately 45 minutes. Fly Kerikeri to Auckland. Upon arrival to Auckland you will be me t and transferred to the Inte rnational terminal to be fare welled on your de parting flight to Papeete. Depart Auckland, New Zealand to Papeete, French Polynesia. Depart Auckland

INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast Provisions INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None *Cross International Date Line

Day 12 Arri ve Papeete, Tahi ti – Bora Bora Upon arrival into Papeete Airport you will be me t and assisted with check in for your domes tic flight to Bora Bora. Fly Papeete to Bora Bora On arrival into Bora Bora, you will be me t and transferred by shared boa t to the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. This is a transfer of approximately 20 minutes. ACCOMMODATION Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora: Otemanu Overwater Bungalow & Plunge Pool INCLUDED MEALS Dinne r INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

Day 13, 14 & 15 Bora Bora These days are at your leisure, you may like to enjoy some of the following optional activities: •

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Spa Treatments: Nes tled a t the edge of the lagoon a nd surrounde d by tropical groves, enjoy the holistic spa which features breathtaking views of the pristine Pa cific Ocean. Pamper yourself with trea tments tha t incorporate the natural ingredie nts of French Polynesia such as monoi, tamau, kahaia and vanilla.

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The Lagoon Sanctuary: Nestled within the grounds of the Resort is an inner lagoon teeming with exotic marine life and home to over 100 colourful species. Led by a marine biologis t, The Lagoon Sanctua ry is more than just a spectacula r snorkelling location, it is also a research haven which offe rs cora l grafting exhibits, fish and octopus feeding sessions and open discussions on the Polynesian ecosystem.

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Lagoon and Motu Discover: Embark on a three hour island tour onboard the Resort’s Catamaran boat. Enjoy snorkelling stops in a crystal clear lagoon, followed by a traditional barbeque lunch on a deserted motu. Relax and swim at the m otu before re turning to the res ort.

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Jetski Excursion: Experience the unpara lled beauty of Bora Bora lagoon with an exciting Jetski excursion around the island. Your guide will provide you with safety ins tructions before you depa rt and lead you to the lagoons most s pectacular spots!

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Kayak, Paddle Boat, Windsurfing and Stand Up Paddle Boarding: Explore the beauty of the turquoise lagoon with the use of a stand up paddle board, windsurfing, paddle boat or single or double kayak.

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Scuba Diving: Bora Bora is rate d one of the bes t scuba diving spots in the world for novices and expe rienced divers alike. Weather you dive in the lagoon on the oute r reefs coral walls or in the deep sea beyond, you’ll find extraordinary natura l beauty and abundance of sea life and tropical fish.

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Shark and Bat Ray feeding: Gear up with snorkels and flippers, slip into the water and watch (from a safe distance) as Tahitian divers hand-feed black tip reef sha rks and bat rays, a thrilling expe rience !

As You Like It: Plan your day with spontaneity – no plans require d. Here you have the freedom to make it up at you go along, to live by the rhythm of nature. The Resort offe rs the following additional activity options: • • • • • • • • • •

Swimming in the resorts ons ite pools Private beach picnics Hiking and guided na ture walks Total body workout in the fitness centre Deep Sea Fishing Explore the islands ancient Marae temples on a 4x4 adventure tour Kite-surfing Parasailing Learn the Polynesian dances of Aparima, Hivinau and Ote’a Black Pearl Farm Excursions

ACCOMMODATION Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora: Otemanu Overwater Bungalow & Plunge Pool INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast and Dinne r INCLUDED ACTIVITIES None

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Day 16 Bora Bora – Papeete, Depa rt Tahi ti Today you will be transferred by a resort representative to Bora Bora Airport. On arrival at Bora Bora Airport check in for your departing flight to Papee te. Fly Bora Bora to Papee te On arrival into Papee te make your way across to the International terminal to che ck in for your de parting flight home. Depart Papee te, Tahiti INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast

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