If you need to know anything about the ports of call on your cruise, where the ship berths, how you find your guide and
tour vehicle, what transport options there are, then this page is where you need to look.
If you have any information that you think would be useful for fellow passengers please let us
know and we will try and incorporate it. If you notice any errors or omissions please advise us. |
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Although ships are shown as calling at the Bay of Islands, this usually means the ship is anchored ofshore.
Passengers are then taken to shore at Pahia by the ships tenders. Some ships also tender the passengers to Russull, the historic settlement on the other side of the harbour. |
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If you have a prearranged tour the tour guide will be waiting for you close to the berth where the ships
tenders take you, this is usually at Pahia. |
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There is a limited bus service available in Pahia. |
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There are no ship shuttle servives offered at this port of call. |
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Taxis in New Zealand are strictly regulated, like all passenger transport, and can usually be found close to
the ship in their designated ranks. Taxis can not refuse a fare if asked and can not charge more than the fee shown on the taxi meter which must be switched on once the journey begins. Some taxis
also accept payment by credit card, but not all, so its best to check before starting the journey. |
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Information centres [ I-Sites ] can be found in both Pahia and Russell. |
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The emergency number in New Zealand is 111 [though 911 also works]. The dialing code for international
calls is 00, followed by the country code. The local area code is 09 which need not be dialed for local calls. Low cost phone cards can be purchased from the I-Site offices and at
many other retail outlets. |
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There are a selection of shops in both Pahia and Russell, located along the waterfront, banks and cash machines
can also be found. |
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The Information office [I-Site] can provide details and maps of local walks. |
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