International Association for Engineering Geology and the Environment

Accompanying Persons� Programme

Saturday 4 September

Waiheke Island (Full Day)

Date:	Saturday 4th September
Time:	08:00 - 18:30
Cost:	NZ$190pp including GST, ferry, lunch and wine tasting
Minimum No.	6

Waiheke Island is a picturesque blend of farmland, forest, beaches, vineyards and olive groves located only 35 minutes from Auckland.

Take the time to tour around Waiheke Island stopping off and experiencing some of Waiheke's award-winning wineries, olive oils and local art and crafts.

This tour will include the following Waiheke highlights:

Studio of artist Gabriella Lewenz
Rangihoua Estate
Kennedy Point Vineyard
Lunch at Stonyridge Vineyard Restaurant
Waiheke Community Art Gallery
Oneroa Village
Jurassic Ridge Vineyard, owned by geologist Lance Blumhart

Sunday 5 September

Auckland City Shopping and Harbour Cruise (Morning)

Date:	Sunday 5th September
Time:	09:30 – 17:00
Cost:	NZ$190pp including GST, lunch and boat cruise
Minimum No.	10 (up to a maximum of 17) 20 (up to a maximum of 34)

Whether you’re into international brands, New Zealand fashion or unique vintage finds, Auckland has all the shopping you need.

This tour will include the following:

Spend the morning shopping and exploring Newmarket and the CBD
Cruise aboard The Pride of Auckland, including lunch

Monday 6 September

Volcanoes and Gardens (Morning)

Date:	Monday 6th September
Time:	08:00 - 12:00
Cost:	NZ$120pp
Minimum No.	5

Spend the morning exploring Mount Eden and One Tree Hill, two of the 48 dormant volcanoes within the Auckland region. Afterwards enjoy a quiet stroll through the Botanic Gardens. Auckland's largest outdoor garden with a spectacular array of more than 10,000 plants from all around the world.

This tour will include the following:

Mt Eden
One Tree Hill
Botanical Gardens

Whale and Dolphin Excursion (Afternoon)

Date:	Monday 6th September
Time:	11:30 - 17:00
Cost:	NZ$245pp including GST, lunch and safari
Minimum No.	5

The Hauraki Gulf is one of the world’s richest habitats for marine mammals: 22 species of dolphins and whales have been found here. With a 90% dolphin sighting rate and a 70% whale sighting rate all year round, the Dolphin and Whale Safari offer a guaranteed viewing of dolphins or whales, as well as many other marine life on every trip.

This tour will include the following:

Packed lunch
Whale and Dolphin Safari (approx 4 ½ hrs)

Wednesday 8 September

Rangitoto (Full Day Self Guided Tour)

Date:	Wednesday 8th September
Time:	09:00 - 15:30
Cost:	NZ$55pp including GST, ferry, and lunch
Minimum No.	5

Spend the day exploring Rangitoto island, including the lava flows and tunnels, pohutukawa forest or climb to the summit for spectacular views of Auckland.

This tour will include the following:

Rangitoto information pack (detailing key geological features)
Full day at Rangitoto exploring the island
Picnic lunch

Rangitoto (Full Day Guided Tour)

Date:	Wednesday 8th September
Time:	09:00 - 15:30
Cost:	NZ$85pp including GST, ferry, tour and lunch
Minimum No.	5

See the sights of Rangitoto on a road-train trip, including full guided commentary (duration 4hrs).

This tour will include the following Auckland highlights:

Rangitoto information pack (detailing key geological features)
Volcanic Explorer Guided Tour of Rangitoto
Picnic Lunch

Rangitoto (Half Day Self Guided Tour and Devonport)

Date:	Wednesday 8th September
Time:	09:00 - 12:30
Cost:	NZ$30pp including GST and ferry
Minimum No.	5

Spend the morning exploring Rangitoto island, including the lava flows, pohutukawa forest or climb to the summit for spectacular views of Auckland. Then take the ferry back to historic Devonport, and enjoy the charming, relaxed atmosphere of this seaside village.

This tour will include the following:

Rangitoto information pack (detailing key geological features)
Morning at Rangitoto exploring the island
Ferry to Devonport
Lunch at Devonport (own cost)
Explore Devonport’s shops, beaches and North Head

Tiri Tiri Matangi (Full Day Self Guided Tour)

Date:	Wednesday 8th September
Time:	09:00 - 17:00
Cost:	NZ$95pp including GST, ferry, and lunch
Minimum No.	5

Spend the day exploring Tiri Tiri Matangi island. Get up close and personal with one of the world's most successful conservation projects. See some of New Zealand's most endangered birds and rare wildlife in this open sanctuary.

This tour will include the following:

Tiri Tiri Matangi information pack (detailing key geological features)
Full day at Tiri Tiri Matangi exploring the island
Picnic lunch

Thursday 9 September

West Auckland’s Forest and Beaches (Morning)

Date:	Thursday 9th September
Time:	08:00 – 14:00
Cost:	NZ$205pp including GST and a 3 course set lunch
Minimum No.	5 (limited to 60 passengers)

Auckland's west is famous for its great scenery - lush rainforests, rugged black sand beaches and rolling green rural landscapes. The rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges covers more than 16,000 hectares and features more than 240 kilometres of walking trails through beautiful native trees to streams, waterfalls and stunning west coast beaches.

This tour will include the following: