Chatham Islands – A Journey Through History & Connection

7 Nights | Fully Escorted | Small Group Experience (Max 6 Guests)

Step beyond the ordinary and discover the beautifully rugged, authentically raw landscapes of the Chatham Islands on this intimate 7-night journey designed for those who seek depth, meaning and genuine connection.

Departing return from Wellington, this fully escorted experience is limited to just six guests, ensuring a highly personalised and immersive exploration of Rēkohu — a place rich in history, culture and community.

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A Journey for the Curious & Historically Minded

This experience has been thoughtfully curated for travellers with a passion for history and storytelling. You’ll step into the past as you:

• Visit the sacred Moriori dendroglyphs — ancient tree carvings that hold deep cultural significance
• Walk on the island’s basalt columns
• Visit the historic Stone Cottage
• Learn about the unique heritage and stories of the islands
• Meet one of the island’s local beekeepers and discover a thriving industry where bees remain disease free — a rarity worldwide

Each encounter offers a deeper understanding of life on the islands — past and present.

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Authentic Local Encounters & Island Hospitality

This is home-stay at its very best — warm, welcoming and deeply personal.

Highlights include:

• A traditional woolshed morning tea, rich with local stories and hospitality
• A memorable lunch at Port Hutt, where you learn about the history of this location
• Time spent exploring remote coastlines, historic sites and landscapes few get to experience

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A Celebration of Chatham Island Flavours

Food is at the heart of every great journey — and here, it’s exceptional.

• Begin your stay with a welcoming crayfish dinner — fresh, local and unforgettable
• Enjoy fully inclusive dining throughout — breakfast, lunch and dinner each day
• Conclude with a spectacular private chef-prepared farewell dinner at Kopi Bush Retreat, a true highlight of the experience

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Accommodation & Group Experience

With a maximum of just six guests, this journey offers space, comfort and connection.

• Two solo rooms
• Two twin/double share rooms
• Fully escorted throughout
• Relaxed pace with flexibility to embrace the island rhythm

This small-group format ensures meaningful interactions, both within the group and with the local community.

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What’s Included

✔️ Return flights ex Wellington
✔️ Fully escorted small-group experience (max 6 guests)
✔️ All meals — breakfast, lunch and dinner
✔️ Welcoming crayfish dinner
✔️ Private chef farewell dinner at Kopi Bush Retreat
✔️ Woolshed morning tea experience
✔️ Seafood lunch at Port Hutt
✔️ Guided historical and cultural experiences
✔️ Local encounters including beekeeping experience
✔️ DOC concession fees and landowner access fees
✔️ All transfers and touring

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Why This Journey is Different

This is not just a tour — it’s an invitation into a way of life.

A place where stories are shared over home-cooked meals, where history is etched into living landscapes, and where connections — to people, place and past — are real and lasting.

Small group. Deep connection. Authentic experience.

Here’s a polished Cost & Terms & Conditions section aligned with your tone and structure:

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Cost & Terms & Conditions

Tour Cost:
AUD$6,400 per person – solo and share rooms (no extra for own room)

Deposit & Payment:
A non-refundable deposit of AUD$1,500 per person is required to secure your place.
The balance is due 8 weeks prior to departure.

Travel Insurance:
We strongly recommend you take out domestic travel insurance to cover any unforeseen disruptions, including flight delays which may result in additional accommodation and meal costs.

Inclusions Note:
All meals are included throughout the tour. Alcohol is at your own cost, with the exception of a selection of wine served with your farewell dinner.

Cancellation Policy:
If you cancel your booking, payments made are non-refundable unless we are able to resell your place.
If we cancel the tour, all payments made will be fully refunded.