![]() ![]() This is also our Voluntary Marine Reserve, with the chance of feeding schools of resident fish, spotting eagle rays/stingrays gliding through the shallow waters, and the occasional octopus if you’re lucky!Īfter we have finished on Urupukapuka Island, we’ll take our final cruise back through the islands to finish our tour. Urupukapuka Island (Otehei Bay) has a short loop track (20minutes) to provide viewpoints over the Cape Brett Peninsular, or spend time exploring Otehei, and the Project Island Song Education Centre. There’s also time for a swim!Īfter lunch, sit back and relax as you cruise out to Otehei Bay. ![]() Enjoy exploring the twin lagoons before stepping back on board to continue cruising towards Frenchmans Cove, on the south side of Moturua Island.įrom here, take the 1.5hour “half circuit” of Moturua Island, finishing at Army Bay on the northern side of the island where the boat and skipper will be waiting with your packed lunches to enjoy on the beach. (An Xbox version will be released soon after. Our first stopover at the Twin Lagoons scenic reserve provides a 15 minute walk to a lookout point over the islands. Minute of Islands was released June 13 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows PC. Keep an eye out for marine wildlife (penguins,dolphins, sea birds) as we approach Motuarohia Island. Take a scenic cruise along the Tapeka coastline heading out towards the islands. Average high temperatures reach around 19☌, whilst lows remain in the low double figures, sometimes creeping into the singles.We will pick your group up from Paihia, Russell or Waitangi Wharf. This time of year it perfect for just enjoying the beauty of nature surrounding you, walking around at your leisure and enjoying the stunning sights surrounding you. This is due to the vast range of flowers being in bloom, bringing spectrum of gorgeous colours to the region. Spring months are from September until November, and are often known as the magical months. However, winters have previously experienced temperatures up to 25☌, so be prepared for all weathers when you are packing your bags! Gameplay of Minute of Islands on Nintendo Switch (no commentary). From June to August, temperatures average highs of 16☌, with lows reaching around 7☌. This means that winter is a perfect time for exploring many of the great things that the Bay of Islands has to offer, which includes swimming with dolphins and regular boat cruises. ![]() As it heads through April and May, temperatures will start to drop slightly, with average highs in the low 20’s, and low temperatures of around 11☌.Īs previously mentioned, the “Winterless North” in the Bay of Islands means that temperatures will still remain relatively high, whilst also staying comfortable. This is thanks to the tail off from summer. Starting in March, temperatures remain quite high, averaging 24☌. Night time brings a pleasant wind, meaning temperatures are comfortable enough to venture out on a walk, without being too cold.Ĭooler temperatures start to set in, bringing a beautiful hue of varying colours across the region. January and February will see the warmest of the summer temperatures, which will also bring large amounts of sunshine with it, thanks to an average of 135 days of sunshine a year. Average temperatures do not fluctuate too drastically, with average lows being around 25☌, and highs being around 26☌. If you own one of the former Studio Fizbin games (The Inner World, The Inner World: The Last Wind Monk, Minute of Islands) you get a 10 loyalty discount on Lost At Sea The deal runs until July 22th 9:00am PST. The summer of December, January and February brings temperatures which can creep into the low 30’s. It is also known as the “Winterless North” as popular fishing, swimming and other water-based activities can be enjoyed all year round. It is a semi tropical climate, thanks to a southerly flow of warm water from the South Pacific. It has also been found to have the second bluest sky in the world, behind Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. It is highly popular amongst tourists due to sailing, and the fact it is great for fishing. The bay is a natural harbour, and contains 144 islands. The Bay of Islands is located at the far north of the North Island, positioned on the east coast. ![]()
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