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Kawhia Harbour and Heritage Cruises


Kawhia harbour and Heritage cruises invite you to cruise the fascinating Kawhia harbour on their 66 passenger, heritage vessel, "Lady Kawhia" and the 18 passenger, Kawhia water taxi, "Kotuku".

Kawhia harbour is steeped in Maori and European history and the skippers may, if it's a heritage cruise, point out many of the historical landmarks, which includes the burial place of the Great sea-voyaging waka "Tainui and the old pa sites of "Te Rauparaha, the famous warrior chief of Ngati Toa, considered to be the Napoleon of the Maori world.

Kawhia harbour also has some very unique natural wonders that can only be seen by boat, so your harbour cruise will not only be a scenic delight, but very informative also.

Scenic Heritage or Harbour Cruise's available on the 66 passenger Lady Kawhia and 18 pax Kotuku.

Heritage cruises: Harbour cruise with full history commentary - approx. 2 hours - only available on the Lady Kawhia - cruise goes all the way to Te Waitere and return - 66 pax. capacity - $50 per adult - $25 per child (5-16 years).

History n Hangi Cruise

A unique cruise with a difference - Enjoy the splendour of Kawhia Harbour, whilst tucking into a delicious hangi

Prices: Adults $65...Kids: $35

River cruises: Cruises up the Oparau river, Araroa river, Rakaunui river and Waiharakeke river is available on demand for small groups. Please phone 07 8710149...only available on the Kotuku...Ph: 07 8710149

Child Rates: These apply to children between the ages of 5 and 16 years - under 5 is FREE

Passengers: Surveyed for 66 pax

For all enquiries: Please note: The Lady Kawhia is not available till mid - December

Lady Kawhia...If enquiring about group bookings of 20 passengers or more....Ph: 021 715619

Kotuku....If enquiring about smaller groups (under 20 passengers) or wanting to hire water taxi to Te Maika or Te Waitere...please phone Grant...027 3503601...or 07 8710149

Frequently asked questions on our heritage or harbour cruises