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The Bay of Islands has a traditional history which holds that around 700 years ago, one of the large Maori canoes which journeyed to New Zealand from Hawiki, was sailed to the Bay Of Islands by Puhi, a founding father of the Ngapuhi Iwi (tribe).
The first European to visit the area was Captain Cook, who named the region in 1769. The Bay of Islands was the first area in New Zealand to be settled by Europeans. Whalers arrived towards the end of the 18th century, while the first missionaries settled in 1814. The settlement of Okiato was the first Capital of New Zealand.
Today the Bay of Islands is the big game fishing capital of New Zealand so have a go or just relax on the beach and watch the boats come and go.
Stroll along the magical waterfront of Russell and imagine the hurly burly pioneer days. Don’t miss the Mission House at Waimate North, the Stone House at Kerikeri or, of course, the fabulous grounds, setting and historical significance of the Waitangi Treaty House and Grounds.
Paihia
Prices from $240 to $305 per couple
7 minutes drive from Paihia waterfront ; 15 Min from Keri Keri Airport.
Te Awa Lodge is set in landscaped gardens right on the banks of the Waitangi River. Miniature waterfalls with the sound of gently tumbling waters from the river await your discovery in private, tranquil & peaceful surroundings.
Riverside Cottage (sleeps 4, price applies to 2 pax):
Superior Unit consisting of a large lounge/dining T.V. , magnificent floor to ceiling bay windows offering uninterrupted river views, separate bedroom with super king sized bed( can become twin ), & ranch slider to covered decking. En-suite with large walk-in double shower ; kitchen with dishwasher, fridge/freezer & full laundry facilities. Lounge has a convertible sofa-bed to sleep two extra guests. Roll away beds can be provided.
Riverside Studio
Super king bed ( can become twin ), en-suite with large walk-in shower ; 180 degree vista up & down the Waitangi river ; triple stack ranch slider to covered and surround decking; kitchenette with double hob, micro-wave, fridge; seating area with T.V.
Riverside Suite
Furnished in native Rimu, super king bed ( can become twin ), TV, en suite shower room, cane easy lounge chairs, kitchenette with microwave, toaster, fridge, tea & coffee, stunning panoramic river views, ranch slider opening onto a private deck.
Tui Room
Has a romantic feel and King bed. There are majestic views up the river. Ranch slider to private deck along with a large en-suite bathroom with bath/shower facilities, kitchenette with fridge & toaster, kettle; T.V.
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