Rogue Pony Bay of Islands Exclusive Luxury Tours
Luxury Tours Beyond the Ordinary
Rogue Pony tours are about showcasing the Bay of Islands as one of the finest locations in New Zealand particularly when seen from our unique viewpoint. We offer private ‘your tour, your way’, tours of the Bay of Islands and the Far North, not just about sightseeing but more importantly about quality and an undeniable hunger for adventure and where you will discover the depth and hidden delights that only we locals know!
Sit back, relax, let your hair down and enjoy the comfort of our new convertible 4WD Jeep Wranglers. Or if you’re flying solo, ask us about getting the top down in our new V8 Mustang.
The Wranglers
Both are 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Overland models. That translates to 4WD, 4-door, leather interior comfort and convertible fun. The only production 4 door convertible available.
We have the option of installing the factory hardtop if the winter is too cold but the freedom panels can still be easily removed from the front seat roof for a bit of winter sunshine. Designed for rugged trails in the American back country we can easily and safely cope with anything that Northland can put in our way. There are two booster half seats available for our smaller trekkers.
The Mustang
A 2016 V8 GT right hand drive convertible, New Zealand new. One of the first factory right hand drive mustangs ever. Fully licenced to carry one adult sized passenger plus the driver in comfort with your own heated or cooled seat, individual climate control and choice of music playing on the stereo.
Ford Performance Racing Products Stage 2 kit with upgraded induction, exhaust and dyno tune. 385kW (306kW factory) and 620 NM (530 NM factory) that’s 515 hp and 457 ft lbs in the old measure. That gets us up to highway speed with ease. With independent rear suspension and all the modern traction and brake assists the vehicle is safe and fun that will put a smile on any closet petrol head.
Rogue Pony most popular Bay of Islands tours
Price is per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers). With two Jeeps available we can cater for parties of up to 8
Rogue Pony Unique Private Tour “Treaty Trek”
Price: $690 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: Scenic 5 hour
ADD: Wairere Boulders
Price: $840.00
Duration: 6 hours
A scenic tour focusing on the history Treaty of Waitangi signed in 1840.
Highlights include:
- Waitangi Lookout over the location of the first signing
- Te Waimate Historic Mission location of the second signing
- Mangungu Mission House, location of the third signing
- Mt Bledisloe (5 minute easy walk)
- Puketi Forest Kauri Walk (20 minute very easy walk)
- Haruru Falls
- Battle sites of the Northern Wars
- Lunch at the Historic Horeke Tavern (included in price)
Follow the story of the initial signing of the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi, the founding document of New Zealand. By getting off the beaten path you will get a feel for the land and what it was like to live at that time.
Rogue Pony Private Tour “Rebel Ride + Winery Lunch”
Price: $600 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: Scenic 4 Hours
The “Rebel Ride with Winery Lunch” visits Kawakawa train town, home of the famous Hundertwasser Art toilets, and takes in our fabulous countryside, historic settlements and subtropical forests surrounding the Bay of Islands in Northland, New Zealand. The price includes lunch at a premier Northland winery and up to four passengers in your group and if both of our guides are available, we can cater for groups of up to eight. Simply book two “Rebel Ride with Winery Lunch” tours and you can swap between Jeeps if you want.
On your tour we leave Paihia and stop in the seaside port of Opua before engaging the Jeep’s 4WD and traversing unsealed roads to get to the Opua Forest for a 20-minute walk. Here you can see the magnificent kauri trees and native bush along a well-formed trail. Next we trek down to the quirky town of Kawakawa where a historic railway line passes through town down the middle of State Highway 1. Kawakawa is also the home of the famous Hundertwasser toilets which were renovated in 1999-2000 by artist Fredrich Hundertwasser and the local community. It is his only southern hemisphere building and his last project before his death. Then we head through rural farmland, stopping at Henry Williams’ beautiful church in Pakaraka.
Lunch is next at an award winning Northland winery where you will be treated to a sumptuous meal, alcoholic drinks will be an extra cost. After lunch we pass volcanic landscapes and sites of ancient pa, Maori fortified villages, on our way to the famous horseshoe shaped Haruru Falls. We top off the tour with a photo stop of the Bay from the Waitangi lookout before finishing the “Rebel Ride with Winery Lunch” back in Paihia.
Rogue Pony Unique Tour “Kauri Caper”
Price: $480 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: Scenic 4 hours
ADD: Kauri Caper with winery Lunch
Price: $720.00
Duration: 5 hours
The “Kauri Caper with winery lunch” visits two of Northland’s sub-tropical rain-forests allowing you to experience the massive kauri trees. Explore the Bay’s surrounds while being driven through our fabulous countryside, farmland and historic settlements. The price includes up to four passengers in your group and if both of our guides are available, we can cater for groups of up to eight. Simply book two “Kauri Caper with winery lunch” tours and you can swap between Jeeps if you want.
On your tour we leave Paihia and stop in the seaside port of Opua before engaging the Jeep’s 4WD and traversing unsealed roads to get to the Opua Forest for a 20-minute walk. Here you can see some of the magnificent kauri trees and native bush along a well-formed trail. Then we head through rural farmland, stopping at Henry Williams’ beautiful church in Pakaraka. Next we pass volcanic landscapes and sites of ancient pa, Maori fortified villages, on our way to the Puketi Forest for another 15-minute walk along an easy boardwalk through another grove of huge kauri trees. Next we will travel to historic Kaeo for a look around the quirky town.
Lunch is next at an award winning Northland winery where you will be treated to a sumptuous meal, alcoholic drinks will be an extra cost. After lunch we pass volcanic landscapes and sites of ancient pa, Maori fortified villages, on our way to the famous horseshoe shaped Haruru Falls. We top off the tour with a photo stop of the Bay from the Waitangi lookout before finishing the “Kauri Caper with winery lunch” back in Paihia.
We really love being able to personalise our tours for our clients and can change the details on the day to suit the weather, people’s energy levels and specific interests.
The Rogue Pony Private “Back Country” Tour
Price: $600 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: 5 hour expedition
Off the beaten track, more than 50% unsealed roads, our favourite trip. With up to four passengers included in the price you will have a Jeep and local guide to yourself.
Highlights include:
- – Ruapekapeka Pa (1 hour moderate walk)
- – Taikirau wetland and birdlife
- – Kawakawa train town
- – Hundertwasser art
- – Opua Kauri Forest* (20 minute easy walk)
Rogue Pony Unique Private ” Tui’s Art Safari”
Price: $600 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: 5 hours
Art safari guided by Tui Slater, conceptual artist. Highlights include; M?ori Art, international art and installations, contemporary galleries, and meeting local artists. You will also visit a subtropical sculpture garden where you can purchase lunch at the restaurant.
If the weather is good the entire trip can be made with the roof open and the wind in your hair as there are no unsealed roads on the safari, unless you want them..
With up to four passengers included in the price you will have a Jeep and Tui to yourself.
Highlights include:
- – Maori Art
- – International art and installations
- – Contemporary galleries
- – Local artists
Rogue Pony “The Great Gallop”
Price: $720 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: Scenic 6 hours
The “Great Gallop” visits the Puketi sub-tropical forest allowing you to experience the massive kauri trees. Explore the Whangaroa harbour and Kerikeri Basin while being driven through our fabulous countryside, farmland and historic settlements surrounding the Bay of Islands in Northland, New Zealand. The price includes up to four passengers in your group and if both of our guides are available, we can cater for groups of up to eight. Simply book two “Great Gallop” tours and you can swap between Jeeps if you want.
On your tour we leave Paihia for the historic Te Waimate Mission, the location of the second signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Next we pass volcanic landscapes and sites of ancient Maori pa, fortified villages, and engage 4WD to travel up unsealed roads through working farmland. We then reach the Puketi Forest for a 15-minute stroll along an easy boardwalk through a grove of huge kauri trees. We then continue on to the historic town of Kaeo for a well deserved stop at a quirky cafe where you can purchase lunch.
Continuing up to the scenic Whangaroa harbour and travelling along the exposed east coast and sandy beaches gets you some amazing photo opportunities before we head to Rainbow Falls and Kerikeri. Kororipo, the location of an early trading post, the oldest building in New Zealand and the famous Stone Store, a fitting last stop before finishing the “Great Gallop” back in Paihia.
Rogue Pony “The Cavalry March”
Price: $720 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: 6 Hour Historical Tour
A scenic tour focusing on the history of the Northern Wars.
We drive you off the beaten path through farmland and panoramic views to explore the historic sites of the 1845-1846 Northern Wars. With up to four passengers included in the price you will have a Jeep and local guide to yourself.
Highlights include:
- – Ohaeawai Pa
- – Te Waimate Historic Mission
- – Waitangi Lookout
- – Mt Bledisloe (5 minute easy walk)
- – Kawakawa train town
- – Hundertwasser art
Rogue Pony Private Tour “The Ninety Mile Trek”
Price: $960 per Jeep Wrangler Convertible (up to 4 passengers)
Duration: Scenic 10 Hours
A full day trip to 90 Mile Beach and the Real Far North.
Highlights include:
- Travel along 90 Mile Beach (tide dependent)
- Puketi Kauri Forest* (20 minute very easy walk)
- Historic town of Kaeo and scenic Whangaroa harbour
- Cafe lunch included**
* As we are visiting precious kauri forests we will be cleaning and treating all passengers footwear, following Department of Conservation guidelines, to protect the trees from kauri dieback.
** Included cafe lunch consists of a single main and hot beverage per person. You are welcome to purchase extra if you are hungry. We do have a small amount of refrigeration available if you wish to bring your own food.
The Mustang
Pony Express – 1/2 Hour Ride $90
Price is for one special passenger in a V8 Mustang Convertible.
Max 3 passengers
Take a spin through the back country roads of Russell, Northland.
Highlights include:
- Spectacular views
- 500hp V8 experience
With up to three passengers included in the price you will have the Mustang and local guide to yourself.
Saddle Up – 1 Hour Cruise $150
Price is for one special passenger in a V8 Mustang Convertible.
Max 3 passengers
A tour along the picturesque back roads of Russell, Northland. With up to three passengers included in the price you will have the 500hp V8 Mustang convertible and local guide to yourself.
Steeple Chase – 2 Hour Cruise $240
Price is for one special passenger in a V8 Mustang Convertible.
Max 3 passengers
A tour past historic churches and through the towns and countryside of Northland.
Highlights include:
- – Kawakawa train town
- – Hundertwasser art
Phone: +64 21 409 940 Email: mark@roguepony.co.nz
