+ THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE THERMAL NORTH +

min trip time: 8 days (take extended breaks at any point)

trip fee: $540 ($513 with discount card)
food & camp fund: $224

starts: Auckland
ends: Wellington

If you're heading to the North Island but don't have time for the full loop this is the best way to experience the natural and activity highlights. You get to cycle, hike, swim and explore the best of the North including the dramatic thermal wonders, fantastic beaches and towering forests. You will also get the chance to enjoy one of the best one day walks in the World and the winterless Bay of Islands.

Activities to try are:

+ Superb cycle rides (for all levels)
+ Excellent hikes (for all levels)
+ Dolphin swimming
+ Sailing            + Sea kayaking
+ Sandboarding
+ Tongariro Crossing
+ Skydiving        + Bungy jumping
+ White water rafting
+ Zorbing           + Surfing

and if you have the energy... much, much more. Use this link to find out more about our New Zealand Activities

Places to visit are:

+ Stunning Bay of Islands
+ Golden beaches of Coromandel
+ Thermal mud pools of Rotorua
+ New Zealand's largest Lake
+ The capital - Wellington
+ Experience Auckland
+ Real Lord of the Rings country
+ Cultural and historical treasures

and that’s just a taster....there’s guaranteed to be much, much more

Optional hires:

You can hire any of the following equipement from us for the duration of your trip or bring your own gear. We charge a small handling fee for those who bring their own bikes but there are no charges for your own tent etc.

Bike Hire	$130
Bring your own bike	$55
Tent share (inc. mattress)	$30
Tent single (inc. mattress)	$60
Sleeping Bag	$40

northern Wanderer North Island Tour