- The Stone Store & Kemp House - Kerikeri Mission Station - Our tour takes us to the Kerikeri Mission Station which was established in 1819. There are two significant buildings, “The Stone Store” built in 1832, originally used as a Missionary Society warehouse and the adjacent “Kemp House”, New Zealand’s oldest building completed in 1821/22 by missionary carpenters and Maori sawyers.
- Makana Chocolate Boutique - Makana Confections specialises in gift-quality confections - all hand-made and using only the freshest, natural ingredients available to them. Like a winery / cellar door you can watch how the chocolates are made, taste a few samples and, of course, shop for delicious chocolate
- Rainbow Falls - There is short walk from the car park to the stunning Rainbow Falls, which is accessible by wheelchair.
There are three stunning viewing platforms at the top of the Rainbow Falls. All of which offer great photo opportunities.
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Plough & Feather - We have lunch (vegetarian & gluten free options available) here along with a glass of local wine or craft beer.
The Plough & Feather sits on the very land where Europeans and Maori first lived together peacefully. The menu reflects this with dishes that combine classic English meals and pub food with local accents, ingredients and flavours.
- Lunch.
- Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
Tour of the Bay of Islands & Kerikeri (Estimated duration: 5 hours).
Kerikeri Stone Store stands as the most ancient Stone Building in New Zealand.
The Kerikeri Mission Station, founded in 1819, is where the Maori first welcomed overseas guests to share their lives.
Makana Chocolate Factory is renowned for producing the most exquisite handmade chocolates in New Zealand.
At the Kauri Workshop, you can acquire products handcrafted from local wood.
The journey concludes with a visit to the Rainbow Falls, topped off by the magnificent scenery viewed from the Waitangi observation loop.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.