We are giving you the chance to win a Bay Of Islands getaway for two, to soak up the sun in the winterless north!
Because there are so many places to stay, so many things to do and so many great places to wine and dine in the Bay of Islands, we're letting you build your own itinerary!
To make it a perfect, personalised escape all you have to do is check out the options below and fill in the entry form.
We are giving you the chance to win a Bay Of Islands getaway for two, to soak up the sun in the winterless north!
Because there are so many places to stay, so many things to do and so many great places to wine and dine in the Bay of Islands, we're letting you build your own itinerary!
To make it a perfect, personalised escape all you have to do is check out the options below and fill in the entry form.
Everyone who enters is in the daily draw to win the Bay Of Islands You Choose Getaway!
PLUS, if the major prize wasn’t enough, Coast are giving you the chance to win a daily prize with Murray Lindsay (from Monday 10 November).
The daily prizes are:
Three course dinner for two at the award-winning Duke of Marlborough Hotel.
Enjoy a beautiful three-course meal for two at the award-winning Duke of Marlborough Hotel, located right on the waterfront in romantic Russell. The menu showcases the best of locally sourced seasonal produce with a new take on the classic favourites.
Go to www.theduke.co.nz for more information.
Island Adventurer Walking Cruise (two tickets worth $85 each).
If you love the outdoors and like to see nature at its finest, board Island Adventurer to visit some of the Bay of Islands' most pristine spots, perfect for walking and swimming. You’ll visit two stunning Islands in the Bay including Urupukapuka Island where you can enjoy a six-kilometre walk through the amazing coastal scenery. Plus there’s plenty of time to swim in New Zealand’s warmest water.
Go to www.dolphincruises.co.nz for more information.
Swim with the Dolphins with Explore Group (two tickets worth $89 each).
Swim with the Dolphins in the warmest waters in New Zealand – the clear warm waters of the Bay are perfect for this marine wildlife adventure. You’ll cruise the Bay, travel through the stunning scenery while searching for dolphins. Equipment is provided and there is a lifetime viewing guarantee.
Go to www.exploregroup.co.nz for more information.
See Tane Manuta at night on a spiritual guided Footprints Waipoua tour in the Hokianga (two tickets worth $99 each).
Embark on a guided journey through the spiritual environment of the Waipoua Forest for an unforgettable encounter with some of the largest remaining kauri trees in the world including the mighty Te Matua Ngahere and Tane Mahuta who stands an impressive 51 metres (150ft) tall.
Go to www.footprintswaipoua.co.nz for more information.
Three course dinner for two at 35 Degrees South Aquarium Restaurant & Bar.
Join the team at 35° South Aquarium Restaurant & Bar above Paihia’s waterfront. Indulge in a three-course meal carefully prepared for you by the team of chefs while you sit surrounded by a 60,000 litre aquarium for a truly unique dining experience.
Go to www.35south.co.nz for more information.
To build your Bay Of Islands You Choose Getaway, you can make your choice of:
One place to stay for three nights (For further details click HERE).
Two places to eat (For further details click HERE).
Four activities (For further details click HERE).
STAY (choose 1):
1. Opposite the wharf in Paihia at the Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge on Pahia’s waterfront.
2. Next to the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds at the Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands.
3. On Russell’s quaint waterfront at the iconic Duke of Marlborough Hotel.
4. Keep it simple at the picturesque Beachside Holiday Park.
5. Amongst tropical gardens at the Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands in Paihia.
6. In the very special Omapere at the Copthorne Hotel & Resort Hokianga.
EAT (choose 2):
1. An award-winning dinner at the Duke of Marlborough Hotel.
2. Fun with food at 35 Degrees South Aquarium Restaurant & Bar.
3. Wine tasting and platters at Omata Estate Vineyard in Russell.
4. Amongst beautiful gardens at Food at Wharepuke Restaurant in Kerikeri.
5. Gorgeous food and local wine in the sun at Alongside Bar in Paihia.
DO (choose 4):
1. Cultural performance and tour at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
2. Dolphin Cruise to the Hole in the Rock with Fullers GreatSights.
3. Swim with the Dolphins with Explore Group.
4. Enjoy a day trip to the Cape Reinga on Dune Rider with Explore Group.
5. A tour through the spectacular Kawiti Glow Worm Caves.
6. Cycle through history on the Twin Coast Cycle Trail, Pou Herenga Ta.
7. Enjoy a Heritage Cruise on Island Adventurer.
8. See Tane Manuta at night on a spiritual guided Footprints Waipoua tour in the Hokianga.
Plus, we'll include return airfares to Auckland for two from any major airport (if applicable), plus a four-day rental car hire and a $200 petrol voucher will be provided.
The daily winner will be announced with Murray Lindsay from Monday 10 November, after 5pm.
All entries close Friday 14 November, at 4pm. The grand prize winner will be announced by Murray Lindsay on Coast Auckland 105.4FM on Friday 14 November, after 5pm.
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