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AUTHENTIC<br />
KIWI<br />
EXPERIENCES<br />
“FANS OF ‘LORD OF THE RINGS’ GO SLIGHTLY CRAZY AT HOBBITON, BUT EVEN IF YOU’VE NEVER<br />
SEEN THE FILMS, LEARNING ABOUT ALL THE MOVIE-MAKING SECRETS IS FASCINATING. WELL<br />
WORTH A VISIT.” LUCY BURKE<br />
Cape Reinga<br />
nmer Springs<br />
HOBBITION MOVIE<br />
SET TOUR, ROTORUA<br />
Hobbiton Movie Set<br />
FR<br />
$75<br />
HALF DAY<br />
Hear fascinating details of how the<br />
Abel Hobbiton Tasman set was created as your guide<br />
National Park<br />
escorts you through the ten-acre site. See<br />
Nelson the Hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn, Mill<br />
and discover Picton how this beautiful piece of<br />
Waikato Blenheim farmland was transformed into The<br />
Shire from Middle Earth.<br />
kaikoura<br />
ROTHOB<br />
Taranaki<br />
Wellington<br />
Ninty Mile Beach<br />
Mangonui<br />
Waitangi<br />
Waipoua<br />
Goat Island<br />
Waitakere Ranges<br />
Raglan<br />
Taihape<br />
Auckland<br />
Tongariro<br />
National Park<br />
BAY OF ISLANDS<br />
Coromandel<br />
Waitomo Caves<br />
taupo<br />
NAPIER<br />
Paeroa<br />
Rotorua<br />
Hawke’s Bay<br />
Gisborne<br />
NORTH<br />
ISLAND<br />
WAITANGI TREATY<br />
GROUNDS, BAY OF ISLANDS<br />
Maori Carving<br />
FR<br />
$30<br />
FULL DAY<br />
NZ’s most important historic site, the<br />
Waitangi Treaty Grounds are an absolute<br />
must-do at the Bay of Islands. Here, Maori<br />
chiefs first signed their accord with the<br />
British Crown, the country’s founding<br />
document. Visit treasures including the<br />
Treaty House and Ceremonial War Canoe.<br />
FJWWTG<br />
NEW ZEALAND<br />
karoa<br />
Maori warriors aboard a waka<br />
MITAI & MITERE<br />
EXPERIENCE, ROTORUA<br />
FR<br />
$66<br />
1 HOUR<br />
OVERNIGHT KIWI<br />
SPOTTING, KAPITI ISLAND<br />
Great Spotted Kiwi<br />
FR<br />
$375<br />
2 DAYS<br />
Set next to a marine reserve, tranquil<br />
Kapiti Island is an internationally-renowned<br />
sanctuary for native birds, forest and<br />
wildlife. Go kiwi spotting and birdwatching<br />
with local Maori iwi-tribe, and listen to<br />
their stories of the land, history and birds<br />
as you explore the island’s beauty.<br />
WLGKST<br />
Sheep & cattle station, Blue Duck Station<br />
BLUE DUCK<br />
CONSERVATION, WHAKAHORO<br />
FR<br />
$334<br />
2 DAYS<br />
Observe the everyday workings of a sheep<br />
and cattle station, including sheep shearing<br />
and cattle mustering at Blue Duck Station.<br />
Hear about its valuable conservation work<br />
on a fabulous bush safari, witnessing<br />
the results it has produced. Soak up the<br />
breathtaking views of the NZ bush.<br />
WLGBLD<br />
Transfer from Rotorua to two Maori<br />
villages for an authentic evening steeped<br />
in indigenous history. Witness warriors<br />
paddling an ancient canoe (waka), enjoy a<br />
rich, cultural performance, see sacred water<br />
springs and glow worms in the bush and<br />
dine on a tasty, earth-cooked Hangi meal.<br />
For more authentic Kiwi experiences, check out: Whale Watching Kaikoura (page 177),<br />
Ice Explorer & Hot Pools Combo (page 179), Middle Earth Trilogy Supercharged<br />
(page 168) or ask your <strong>STA</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> Expert for more options.<br />
ROTMME<br />
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