Lord Howe Island

Saturday 29 November

A morning departure from Auckland to arrive in Lord Howe mid-afternoon with a 3 hour transit in Sydney. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your accommodation for a six night stay. Afternoon at leisure to explore and shop for breakfast requirements or maybe hire a cycle (easy and safe cycling) to explore your new environment. Welcome Dinner at a local Restaurant. 

Sunday 30 November

The morning to enjoy a half day Orientation Tour of Lord Howe Island highlighting the island, its features, wildlife, history and optional activities.

Monday 01 December

Today’s tour to Lord Howe Island’s world heritage marine environment with the opportunity to view the marine paradise through a glass bottom boat. There is also the option to snorkel Erscott’s Hole. Afternoon free with a Group BBQ Dinner in the evening.

Erscott’s Hole - This spot is easily the snorkelling highlight of Lord Howe Island. Erscott’s Hole is home to more than 500 species of fish and more than 90 species of coral. The reef system here is incredibly healthy and diverse - a tapestry of colour and activity that easily ranks among the most impressive reef sites in Australia. The site is huge and completely protected as an intertidal groyne. A garden of staghorn coral dominates the scene, complemented by dozens of other soft and hard coral species. The shallow nature of the lagoon means almost anyone can enjoy the underwater spectacle.

Tuesday 02 December

A special morning to join a naturalist on a Reef Walk at Ned’s Beach where golden sands and clear calm waters are home to masses of different species of fish.In the afternoon historical movies will outline the island and its past.

Neds Beach Among the 11 beautiful beaches on Lord Howe Island, Neds Beach is one of the most entertaining and most unique. It is here that you can actually wade into the shallow waters and hand-feed the mélange of fish that swarm to your side whenever food is dropped in. There are several species of fish that live in the waters at Neds Beach. Expect to see silver drummers, wrasse, mullets, kingfish, garfish and even the spangled emperor. It’s a real frenzy of placid, but hungry, fish.

Wednesday 03 December

Today’s outing lets you view the fish and corals of the world’s most Southern Barrier Reef as you slowly cruise to the beautiful North Bay. Enjoy turtle spotting of the Green and Hawks Bill Turtles through the glass bottom boat. Lunch is included . For the adventurous, snorkel the wreck at North Bay, or take the short climb up Mt. Eliza with its panoramic views and Herring Pools or just sit and laze the afternoon away.  Dinner at the Golf Club.

North Bay This is one of the finest spots on the island to lounge away the day on its brilliant white-sand beach. The bay is very shallow, ensuring easy access for anyone who wants to wade into the crystal-clear waters or take a look beneath the surface. The snorkelling at Lord Howe Island’s North Bay is spectacular. An impressive range of fish, stingrays and sea turtles live among the healthy coral reef so exotic aquatic sightings are guaranteed. The waters around the island are protected within a marine park so you can count on pristine water conditions and incredibly healthy marine life. North Bay is a popular hang-out for migratory sea birds. 

Thursday 04 December

This morning join our guide on a relaxed 3km history ramble to Little Island. Pass through lovely forests, a mutton-bird rookery, enjoy cliff top views, giant banyans, see valley of shadows, clear place and Balls Pyramid. Learn about the palm and tourist industry, flora,tucker and medicine, birds, volcanic history, snippets of colourful local history and more. An afternoon cruise on board the ‘Lulawai’ to view the island the way it was discovered, from the sea. Circumnavigate the island alongside volcanic cliffs and large numbers of nesting seabirds (seasonal). Enjoy a Farewell Dinner tonight.

Friday 05 December

Return flight to Auckland via Sydney arriving into Auckland late evening.