World in a Day; Pathway of fire carved by time – meets wine culture made by man

Fly north via the famous Huka Falls, following the Waikato River to the Wai-O-Tapu & Waimangu geothermal regions, landing on the rim of the dormant and spectacular volcano Mt. Tarawera, site of the largest eruption in recent history. Travel on to White Island, where you can stand on the edge of a live volcanic crater. Land here, for a guided walk, in the crater of New Zealand’s most active volcano. Ruined buildings and machinery is all that remains to show the hard life endured by factory workers who once mined the island for sulphur. During your flight be on the lookout for dolphins, a common sight in the Pacific Ocean.

Travel to the famous Hawke’s Bay region, land at two wineries, take the opportunity to taste superior New Zealand wines and learn a little about the history of the local viticulture industry. Lunch can be booked at either one of these famous vineyard restaurants or we can take a picnic and land on a remote beach (wines at lunch will be charged to guest account).

Fly west via the beautiful Kaimanawa Forest Park & Mohaka River, search for the famous Kaimanawa wild horses and you may even spot wild deer. Land next to the world famous Rangitikei River and enjoy the wilderness. Return to the Lodge via the volcanic activity areas and craters of the spectacular World Heritage Tongariro National Park and the pristine waters of the Great Lake Taupo.

• NZ$7,653.00 – 2 guests

• NZ$10,917.00 – 4 guests

Volcanic Wonderland & Exclusive Multi Adventure Day Out

Includes 2-3 hours of superb mountain biking, extreme Kaituna Waterfall Rafting, a delicious lunch in a local café and a beautiful kayak on Lake Rotoiti, through to the thermal pools only accessible by boat. Suitable 13 years and older.

Fly north from the Lodge, via the famous Huka Falls, following the Waikato River to the Wai-O-Tapu & Waimangu geothermal regions, landing on the rim of the dormant volcano Mt. Tarawera.

Travel on to our base at Te Puia where you will be met by your guide and driven a few kilometres to Whakarewarewa Forest, one of New Zealand’s premiere mountain biking destinations.

Select bikes and ride on easier trails to begin with, while your guides assess the perfect tracks for your skill and fitness levels for the remainder of the ride. Choose from incredible single track, beautiful forest back roads or exciting jump tracks – there are over 100kms of purpose-built trails ready for your ride.

Following mountain biking you can enjoy a cup of hot tea or coffee before making our way within 15 minutes to Okere Falls and your base for the rest of the day. Changing from bike clothes to rafting fleece, wet suits and booties, don our safety equipment and undergo a thorough safety briefing before experiencing one of the most exciting area activities – Waterfall Rafting on the Kaituna River. Only 45minutes on water, this rafting experience is well worth the effort. Raft through stunning river gorges laden with Maori lore and exciting Grade 5+ rapids including 3 waterfalls from 1m, 3m and 7m high – the last being the tallest commercially rafted waterfall in the world! Enjoy a fun surf at the end before returning to base for showers and lunch at a local eco-store brimming with character.

Continuing to the last leg, don warm fleece and life jackets before unloading kayaks at nearby Lake Rotoiti, paddling approximately 30minutes across scenic waters to a natural thermal hot pool only accessible by water, owned and operated by a local Maori trust. Soak at leisure before returning the 15-20 minutes to Te Puia heli-base.

Return, by helicopter to the Lodge via some of the spectacular farm and forestland of the central North Island.

NB: This includes; Helicopter transfers, private guide, transport throughout the day in a Landrover Discovery. Price also includes morning tea, café lunch, all mountain biking, rafting and kayaking equipment, as well as hot pool entry.

• NZ$5,142.00 – for 1-2 guests

• NZ$8,608.00 – for 3-4 guests

Napier/Hastings Tour

Take a trip to the ‘Napa Valley’ of New Zealand on the east coast of the North Island. A full-day is needed to visit this rich and fertile land where you can taste some of their award-winning wines, lunch at a well-known vineyard or visit the city of Napier, which has become the Art Deco capital of the world, due to the redevelopment in 1931 following an earthquake. You can walk or travel by vehicle to see the gannets at Cape Kidnappers or visit artists and antique shops.

• NZ$ 949.00 full-day, with wine trail for up to 6 guests.

Admission charges, lunch or wine tastings of your choice will be additional.