Opononi - Omapere - Hokianga Harbour - Northland - New Zealand
Opononi and Omapere are dual settlements on the south shore of the Hokianga harbour in Northland Region, New Zealand. State Highway 12 runs through Opononi and Omapere.
As you approach the seaside settlements of Omapere and Opononi you’ll notice the immense sand dunes of Niua.
Opononi became famous in 1955-56 because of Opo the dolphin. This name was given to a young female bottlenosed dolphin (genus Tursiops) which throughout the summer of 1955–56 frequented the beach at Opononi, Hokianga, inviting repeated human contact and playing with bathers and children in a manner not previously recorded for a wild dolphin since Roman times. Opo could be relied on to appear almost every day, and could be summoned by the sound of an outboard motor, audible to her from a great distance. Certain children, especially, established friendly contact. She permitted stroking and scratching, and even short rides by smaller children. (courtesy of Te Ara)
Opononi and its neighbouring sister Omapere make a great base to discover the Waipoua Forest, New Zealand’s largest kauri rainforest.
A walking track leads to an old signal station on Arai te uru, the south head. Take a boat trip across the harbour to the giant dunes where you can try dune surfing, or take a walk on the beach between Koutu and Kauwhare points on the south shore of the Hokianga Harbour where you will find the Koutu Boulders, one of the Hokianga’s better kept secrets.
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New Yorkers in New Zealand - Exploring the Northland Region of the North Island, New Zealand
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Things to Do in Northland in 360 - New Zealand VR
See the awesome landscapes and things to do in Northland in 360 degrees in this VR video of Northland in New Zealand! Watch in 4K for the best results.
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Trying to figure out where to go in New Zealand? Check out Northland in 360 degrees in this virtual reality slideshow. These are the landscapes, sights and things to do in Northland presented in a 360 video of Northland, New Zealand. Watch in 4K for the best results.
See Northland's Ahipara Horse Treks, Bay of Islands, Cape Reinga Lighthouse, Kai Iwi Lakes, Kauri Museum, Mt Manaia, Poor Knights Islands, Tane Mahuta, Timeout Tours Ahipara and more captured with a VR camera.
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From Cape Reinga at the tip of the North Island to Milford Sound and Dunedin in the south, New Zealand will truly inspire you with its raw untouched beauty.
Scenic will take you on a journey to see the wonderful highlights of New Zealand, with a superb range of all-inclusive tours; featuring unique sightseeing experiences.
You'll gain an insight into New Zealand’s culture that celebrates its history, different lifestyles and its passionate and friendly people and we give you the freedom to personalize and tailor your holiday to experience the activities that you would enjoy the most. With our unique Scenic Freechoice inclusions at no extra cost
When you travel with Scenic, you’ll always stay in the finest hotels in the heart of the city or in a unique location.
As a double winner of the New Zealand tourism awards Scenic have captured the true essence of New Zealand, so sit back relax and see the beauty of New Zealand the Scenic way.
Discover the buzzing city of Auckland, known as the city of sails with its sunny climate, cosmopolitan culture and a passion for outstanding food, wine and shopping; this beautiful city is centered around its picturesque harbor.
Head north along the beautiful Hibiscus Coast to Matakohe, where you'll visit the Kauri Museum and Waipu Forest to see the mighty Tane Mahuta tree; before arriving at the secret jewel of New Zealand Omapere sitting on the shore of Hokianga Harbour.
With Scenic you will visit the world-renowned Bay of Islands, the Bay of Islands region has the finest maritime Park in New Zealand with one hundred and forty-four islands and secluded bays. The bay has an abundance of marine life including big marlin, whales, penguins, dolphins, gannets and many other species.
You'll cruise the Bay to Cape Brett lighthouse and should the weather permit, through the famous hole in the rock. Rotorua sits on one of the 16 lakes in the Bay of Plenty region and is the geothermic wonder of the world. It is known as the heartland of New Zealand's Maori culture with traditions being passed down from generation to generation expressed through song, dance and traditional and contemporary arts.
You could experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, amazing reenactment, powerful cultural performance, storytelling and witness the lifting of the traditional hangi.
The city of Wellington, New Zealand’s capital is nestled between rolling hills and a stunning harbor; here Scenic guests enjoy a guided tour of Tuapapa, New Zealand's national award-winning museum. Board the inter islander ferry for a cruise through Marlborough Sounds and Queen Charlotte Sounds, an amazing stretch of 1,500 kilometres of picturesque island and turquoise bays.
Arriving to the South Island we stop to view the local seal colony at Kaikoura, you'll take an unforgettable journey through the southern alps on the Trans Alpine rail; along the way see the Canterbury Plains, spectacular gorges, river, valleys and the beauty of the southern alps.
With Scenic tours you'll encounter the sensational Franz Josef Glacier, widely regarded as the most impressive of New Zealand's West Coast glaciers you will enjoy the South Westland Heritage area in a unique way with an exhilarating jet boat ride as part of the Haast River Safari enroute to Queenstown.
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Maori Night Tour in the Waipoua Forest – New Zealand's Biggest Gap Year – BackpackerGuide.NZ
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Today is our last day on the Hokianga Harbour in the towns of Omapere and Opononi. We are checking out some of the free things to do in Hokianga starting with the Koutu Boulders – the North Island’s Moeraki Boulders! If you’re looking for walks in Northland then don’t miss these Northland walks!
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Opononi Resort & Hotel, Hokianga, Northland, New Zealand
With magnificent harbour views, situated near the mouth of the Hokianga Harbour and 15 minutes drive from Kauri giant of the forest, Tane Mahuta, the Opononi Resort Hotel is ideally placed for those travellers wishing to explore this beautiful and historic area of Northland.
The hotel has ten harbour-side hotel rooms designer decorated and all with private balconies with sea views.
The Boar & Marlin Restaurant overlooks the harbour and is the perfect for a special meal or just something casual to eat with great service while enjoying spectacular harbour views. The menu is made up of Northlands specialty produce so you can capture the taste of the region in this ambient atmosphere. As well as some of the regions finest wines we also offer many fine New Zealand & international wines.
Opononi Hotel specialise in all group and conference dining options. We can cater for;
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Enquire with us now and we will be happy to provide you with meal and pricing options to suit your requirements.
SWEET AS FEIJOAS / NEW ZEALAND
Footage of a one month trip in North Island of New Zealand between Wellington, Taranaki, Tongariro Crossing, Rotorua, Coromandel, Raglan and finally Auckland.
New Zealand Love / NORTH ISLAND
Exploring my home New Zealand's North Island with my beautiful friends and family after years away. Taking photos of the beauty that made me humble and took my breath away. Places including
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*Mahurangi West
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*Omapere Beach
* Ohinemuri River
*Waiwera Beach