Oceanic Discoverer  - 6 Days Northland and Bay of Island Cruise

Enjoy the ultimate summer cruise holiday with the choice of 5 & 12 night itineraries with multi award-winning Coral Princess Cruises. Offering expedition style cruising, the luxury small-ship Oceanic Discoverer accommodates just 72 guests in spacious, modern staterooms featuring eye-catching Italian-style bathrooms. The elegant surroundings, friendly crew and small number of guests ensure an exclusive and personalised cruising experience.

Oceanic Discoverer is large enough to provide all the comfort and facilities of larger ships, yet small enough to access reef and island sites inaccessible to larger vessels. On board facilities include a large sundeck and spa pool, reference library, lecture lounge, two cocktail bars, a gift shop & a dive shop.

Throughout your cruise, experienced Cruise Leaders and Guest Lecturers will share with you their wealth of knowledge as you retrace the paths of early explorers and discover areas seldom visited. ‘Xplorer’, a specially designed excursion boat, allows access to hidden gems that are largely inaccessible to most water craft.

But the beauty of a Coral Princess Cruise is that you can be as adventurous – or as relaxed – as you please. Explore well beyond the reach of most visitors, or simply relax on the sun deck or in the open-bridge or spa as we cruise serenely through some of the most awe-inspiring scenery New Zealand has to offer. The choice is yours!

Detailes Itinerary - Auckland to the Northland

Day 1
Commence boarding at 4.00pm. Depart Auckland to breathtaking views of the city, Harbour Bridge and Hauraki Gulf as we cruise to Tiri Tiri, one of only two Scientifi c Reserves in New Zealand. Anchor off the island and meet your travelling companions at the Captain’s Welcome Cocktails.

Day 2
This morning, join the Guest Lecturers for a guided walk on beautiful Tiri Tiri Island. You may be lucky enough to see the rare Takahe, a colourful native bird previously thought to be extinct but now part of an endangered species breeding program on the island. Cruise to historic Kawau Island and then travel ashore to view the abandoned Copper Mine. A leisurely walk leads you to the historic Mansion House where you can wander the old stately grounds and tour the historic home of Governor George Grey. In the afternoon, depart for Great Barrier Island cruising past Little Barrier Island. Enter spectacular Port Fitzroy through the narrow Man-O-War Passage. Pass by oyster farms and spectacular scenery before anchoring in the bay for the evening.

Day 3
Enjoy a guided morning walk through native bushland to learn the history of mining and Kauri logging industries on Great Barrier Island. The less energetic may wish to join a sightseeing cruise in the Xplorer before returning for lunch. This afternoon, visit the remote nature reserve of the Mokohinau Islands where you will land ashore at Burgess Island.

Day 4
Today, cruise north to the rarely visited Whangaroa Harbour, an area of exquisite natural beauty. Here, you will board the Xplorer to discover the delights of these secluded bays.

Day 5
The renowned Bay of Islands offers a multitude of experiences. Enjoy a full day exploring and discovering this spectacular area. From the Hole in the Rock to Deep Water Cove, Urupukapuka Island and more, the day promises unforgettable experiences. Landing ashore at Roberton Island, there is time to relax on the white sandy beach or join a walk through native bushland to the island’s lookout. A photographer’s delight, the lookout affords breathtaking views over many of the 144 sub-tropical islands scattered throughout the bay. This evening, farewell new-found friends at the Captain’s Farewell Cocktail party before your fi nal night aboard Oceanic Discoverer.

Day 6
This morning disembark Oceanic Discoverer and transfer to the pretty holiday town of Paihia where there is time to self explore. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, a site of national signifi cance commemorating the signing of The Treaty of Waitangi fi rst signed between Maori leaders and the British Crown in 1840. Perhaps enjoy a short cruise across the harbour to the historic seaside village of Russell, New Zealand’s fi rst capital city, before joining a complimentary coach transfer back to Auckland.

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What's Included

Departure Dates -
Auckland to Milford Sound

Tour Prices
in NZ$