Moturua Island Song- Tall Ship– R Tucker Thompson- Walk 7A

The Bay of Islands Walking Weekend

Moturua Island Song - Sailing on the Tall Ship – R Tucker Thompson - Walk 7A

Sailing out from Russell aboard a comfortable sailing vessel, experience the peacefulness of arriving at a suitable landing place. On Moturua Island you will disembark and visit a collection of beaches each with its own unique archaeological historical perspective. Moturua was host to some early French explorers, a significant farming operation supplying milk to the mainland, a substantial defence battery and barracks, an underground network of bunkers communication and water reservoir. Along the way between beaches the walk allows you to take in some of the re-introduced wildlife, spectacular views about the Bay. The last beach visited is one of the earliest known landing sites of voyaging Polynesians. Diggings have revealed a collection of artifacts dated back to approximately 1320. Once back on board a relaxed sail back to Russell with a nice cuppa tea.

Sunday 18th October, 7.30am - on the Tall Ship R Tucker Thompson

Duration 8 hours – sailing and walking
Distance - 5 km walking
Grade - Medium
Cost – Adult $75, child $50
Category - Family friendly – Children 10 years plus
Maximum Walkers: 30

All walks depart from the Russell Bowling Club in Russell. There are many walks to book on - so look at all the walks you can do over the 3 days. The walks are all guided and the guides are knowledgeable and passionate about the region.

Visit our website to see all the walks you can do.
For more on accommodation and what is on in the region - speak to Colette from Russell Information Centre: 0800 633 255 or (09) 403 8020 (Russell Office).