Haruru Falls Half Day Guided Tour

Fitness level moderate
Intensity level low

Highlights & inclusions

Beautiful 3 hour kayak tour
View the horseshoe-shaped Haruru waterfall
Kayak through mangrove forests
The chance for a swim
Learn local history and Maori legends
Light refreshments
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From $81.88
$73.70AUD
Free cancellation up to 48 hours prior to experience

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What you can expect

The breathtaking Harura Falls in the Bay of Islands is one of the most peaceful and serene fresh water destinations in all of Australia. Discover the magical waterfall with the Harura Falls Half Day Guided Tour, available for both beginner and experienced kayakers!

Departing twice daily from Waitangi Beach Base at 10 am and 2 pm, the 3-hour excursion will take you through the sheltered waters of the Waitangi Inlet, through the beautiful mangrove forest, and right up to the magnificent horseshoe shaped Haruru waterfall.

Harura Falls was New Zealand's first river port, and an ocean path or sea road for Maori tribes. Legend has it, a water monster (or 'taniwha') dwells in the lagoon below the falls. Your guide will share all of this local history with you, including this Maori legend, while also guiding you through the untouched nature of New Zealand.

Refreshments will be provided once at the waterfall, where kayakers are encouraged to take a swim. Your tour guide will be snapping photos along the way, and they are available for download after the tour!

Don't miss out on an incredible way to discover the Bay of Islands and the Harura Waterfall.

Book today!

Location

69 Marsden Rd, Paihia, NZ 0200

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Half day guided kayak tour
  • Refreshments
  • Hotel transfers
  • Learn local Maori history and legends
  • The use of drive bags
Highlights
  • Waitangi Beach
  • Paddle up the sheltered waters of the Waitangi Estuary
  • The unique horseshoe shaped waterfall at Haruru
  • A chance for a refreshing swim
  • Learn local Maori history and legends
Time
  • Approximately 3 hour tour
  • Departs daily from Waitangi Beach, 10am and 2pm
What To Bring
  • Sun protection
  • A hat
  • Towel
  • Bug repellent
  • Change of clothes
  • During the warmer months shorts, t shirt and a light jacket is sufficient. During the colder months we suggest a quick drying fabric such as polypropylene to be worn underneath your t shirt and jacket
  • Should you choose to bring a camera, wrap it in at least two hole-free plastic bags. We have disposable water-proof cameras for sale at our base (great for underwater shots at the waterfall!)
Additional Information
  • Please note paddling inside the Mangrove Forest is tide dependent
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements