Tour Type:Luxury Cruise Duration: 3 Days (2 Nights) Tour Starts In:Bay of Islands Tour Finishes In:Bay of Islands
from NZ $499 pp
Two unique nights surrounded by nature & immersed in history aboard Ipipiri.
On the back of its successful maiden season and feedback from customers who just didn’t want their Ipipiri experience to end, we are pleased to provide a two-night cruise option allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the Bay of Islands.
Experience a two night cruise onboard Ipipiri (e-pip-e-rey) through the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands – home to a wide range of marine life such as dolphins, whales, seals and birds and a further night at the Cavalli Islands. Enjoy fine local produce, explore the beautiful bays and secluded islands, and learn more about the region’s role in New Zealand’s early history.
Tour Inclusions:
Deluxe king cabin with ensuite and panoramic sea views
2 X Three course buffet dinners featuring fresh local produce
2 X Cooked and continental breakfasts
Lunch at Whanagaroa Game Fish Club
Complimentary snorkelling and kayaking equipment available to explore the sheltered bays and secluded islands
Interactive onboard commentary exploring the history, wildlife and ecology of the Bay of Islands & Cavalli Islands
Tour Departures:
Only limited dates have been released for this two night cruise.
Nights of 28th & 29th January 2012
Nights of 21st & 22nd April 2012
Starts in Opua in the Bay of Islands. Please Check in at the Maritime Building at 12:30pm. All Guests depart the Maritime Building to Opua to board Ipipiri. If you'd prefer to include coach transfers to and from Auckland, then please request at the time of booking.
Your Two Night Experience
With over 123 years of local knowledge and experience, our passionate crew is looking forward to sharing with you the breathtaking and historical region that is the Bay of Islands. Your overnight cruise will take you back to the roots of New Zealand human history.
Northland (Te Tai Tokerau), is regarded as the birthplace of New Zealand. Your cruise will follow this historical and cultural path from the arrival of Maori and Europeans to the region, to the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 between Maori and the British Crown.
With 144 islands and abundent marine and bird life, the Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s finest sub-tropical maritime parks - stunning during the day, and unforgettable at night.
Complimentary Activities
Ipipiri offers a relaxed environment, where you can do as much or as little as you like. The following activities are complimentary and are available to all guests:
Snorkelling (fins and mask provided)
Kayaking
Island excursions
Island beach & bush walks / swimming
If relaxation is more your style, then you can choose to soak up the views from the sun deck, read a book, play a board game or interact with our knowledgeable crew.
Dining Experience
As the sun sets behind the islands of the Bay and we find a sheltered cove in which to moor overnight, join us on level three for dinner. Fresh local produce, popular Kiwi dishes, New Zealand wines and an uninterrupted sea view - perfect!
Your meal will include a plated entree, and buffet style dinner and dessert. The Ipipiri Bar on level three is open until 11.00pm. Enjoy the a drink on the rooftop sundeck or just relax in comfort. NB: Beverages are an additional cost.
In the morning enjoy a buffet-style cooked and continental breakfast served in the dining room from 7.30am. Complimentary coffee and tea is available throughout the day and freshly baked muffins are served for afternoon tea shortly after boarding.
Lunch at the game club is as follows and also includes a full salad bar and chips. Vegetarian option on request.
Sirloin Steak cooked to your liking
Bread crumbed fresh scallops x 8
Seafood Platter (2 x oysters , 2 x scallops , 2 x Squid Rings , 2 x Mussels , 2 x fish bites)
3 pieces fresh Bluenose lightly Battered
Onboard Accommodation
Your accommodation for the night is in one of our 30 deluxe cabins. All rooms have ensuites and uninterrupted sea views so you can watch the sun set or rise from the privacy of your room. Your room can be configured as either one king bed or two single beds (please let us know your preference when making your reservation). Your state room will have the following facilities: bed linen, pillows, towels, face cloth, full size ensuite, king size bed, toiletries, independent heat pump A/C in all rooms.
What to bring
A small overnight bag should be brought on board for passenger convenience (NB: There is no storage for large suitcases). It is advisable to bring swimwear, sunscreen, sun hat, comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, and camera.
Decks: 4 decks, two identical accommodation decks, one dining/bar deck with indoor/outdoor flow, one sundeck
Cabins: 30 identical deluxe cabins with full sized ensuite's and sea views
Stern Plate: The vessel has been fitted with a large stern plate which can be lowered below the waterline for ease to access in to and out of the water.
from NZ $4993 Day Exclusive Ipipiri Bay of Islands & Whangaroa Cruise15.05
3 Day Exclusive Ipipiri Bay of Islands & Whangaroa Cruise Reviews
Tour reviews from past clients of Relaxing Journeys for the 3 Day Exclusive Ipipiri Bay of Islands & Whangaroa Cruise.
My wife and I both thought the 2 night cruise was very well organized and allowed us access to parts of the Bay and adjacent coast that couldn't be covered on the single night one. The crew were very friendly and helpful and kept the ship spotless. Our only criticism would be the lack of variety in the evening meals but they were of good quality so it is difficult to complain. Certainly the cruise offered very good value for money.
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Value For Money Accommodaton Tour Pace Our Service
Andy King (Malaysia) Tour Date 28/01/2012
Cruise Prices
All tour prices are per person, twin share.
Set Departure Dates
Twin Share
28th - 30th January 2012
NZ $499
21st - 23rd April 2012
NZ $499
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2012 Season Sale! Save 5% off the retail prices shown! Book this month to qualify!Valid for bookings made with Relaxing Journeys between 1 February 2012 and 29 February 2012
. Subject to availability at time of booking.
*Terms & Conditions apply to any discounts and/or specials above. Your designated tour consultant will apply the appropriate discounts automatically to your quote and detail any currently applicable 'Exclusive Specials'.
Cruise Itinerary:
The Ipipiri operates daily.
Day 1
12.30pm
All Ipipiri Guests - Please Check in at the Maritime Building
1.00pm
All Guests depart the Maritime Building to Opua to board Ipipiri
1.30pm
Ipipiri departs Opua, and heads towards the Cavalli Islands and Whangaroa.
1.30-6.00pm
Ipipiri cruises through the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands. Afternoon Tea is served (assortment of freshly baked muffins and coffee/tea.
6:00pm
Anchor for the night
7.30pm
Buffet Dinner is served
9.00pm
Dinner complete. Relax, unwind, view the stars and take in the stillness of staying overnight on a luxury catamaran anchored in a sheltered bay.
Day 2
6.30am
Coffee and tea available
7.30am
Breakfast to be served in The Dining Room
9:00-11:00am
Optional activities at a selected location/beach.
11.00am
Vessel departs for Whanagaroa Game Fish Club
12.00pm
Tender for lunch at Whanagaroa Game Fish Club.
1.30pm
Tender back from Whanagaroa Game Fish Club.
2.00pm
Ipipiri cruises through to the sheltered waters of the Bay of Islands.
6:30pm
Anchor for the night.
7.30pm
Buffet Dinner is served
9.00pm
Dinner complete. Relax & unwind anchored in a sheltered bay.
Day 3
6.30am
Coffee and tea available
7.30am
Breakfast to be served in The Dining Room
8.00-9:00am
Optional activities available departing from Ipipiri. These must be pre booked the evening before (if weather permits).
9.15am
Vessel departs for Cruise back to Opua.
9.45am
Optional Activities available via Russell on the way back to Opua.
10.15am
Vessel Arrives back in Opua, Coach Transfer back to Maritime Building.
10.30- 11.00am
Passengers arrive back at the maritime building
From 11.00am
Make the most of your time in Paihia and explore this region in more detail with an afternoon tour or cruise.
Itinerary is subject to change and weather condtions may affect some optional activities.
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