Cape Reinga Day Trip – Guided local Māori Experience

Travel by our business partners (Sand Safari) coach from Paihia through Te Hiku o Te Ika | the tail of the fish of Māui to Te rerenga wairua | Cape Reinga on this unforgettable cultural journey.

Visit the Kupe Waka Centre | Aurere where out traditional war cannoe and long distance sailing cannoes are built, explore the sacred site of Cape Reinga | Te Rerenga Wairua, enjoy a picnic lunch at Tapotupotu Bay, and, tide permitting, experience the thrill of driving along Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē | 90 Mile Beach.

Tour Highlights

• Kupe Waka Centre at Aurere and the kapehu whetū (star compass)
• Legacy of Sir Hekenukumai (Hector) Busby and Polynesian navigation
• Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) lighthouse and cultural kōrero
• Gourmet picnic lunch curated by local caterers, offering meat and vegetarian grazing platters at Tapotupotu Bay
• Scenic drive along Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē (90 Mile Beach), tide permitting
• Spot the wild horses of Te Aupōuri
• Gather tuatua shellfish (tide and conditions permitting)

Options & Prices

• Adults (13+) – $199
• NZDChildren (5–12) – $149

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