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Dune Rider - Cape Reinga
via 90 Mile Beach

 

A full day tour in our unique Dune Rider vehicle.

 

Let our drivers immerse you in the culture and history of the area, while taking in the amazing scenery. The best day adventure to the Far North.

 

The Dune Rider vehicle:

 

Is purpose built to go off-road and
air conditioned

Has just 36 reclining seats, offering lots
of leg room

Has a sloping floor giving the best views

 

Your tour includes:

 

An early morning pick up at your accommodation

Fascinating commentary by our local drivers

A coastal café morning tea stop

Gumdigger’s Park and a guided tour

(included in price)

A freshly prepared lunch box
(included in price)

Driving along 90 Mile Beach with a stop to wet your feet

Climbing huge sand dunes and boogie boarding down

A walk to Cape Reinga lighthouse and viewing

the meeting of the two oceans

Visiting the Ancient Kauri Kingdom

A stop at the ‘world famous’ Mangonui Fish Shop (fresh fish and chips optional extra)

 

*Learn about the gumdigging days in the early 1900’s on the site of an ancient buried kauri forest.

 

Tides will determine the order of activity stops and whether digging for shellfish is possible.

 

ADULTS
$145
CHILDREN*
$110
DEPARTS PAIHIA
(return 6.15pm approx.)
7.30am
DEPARTS RUSSELL
(ferry transfer to Paihia)
7.00am
DEPARTS KERIKERI
(return 6.00pm approx.)
7.45am
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*Children up to 15 yrs.

(prices valid until 30th September 2012)

 

Call 0800 DOLPHIN (0800 365 744)
to check availability (NZ calls only)

 

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