Overnight Tour to the Bay of Islands

Peter — Your Guide, Host and Driver. No Worries. Kia ora, I’m Peter—a fourth-generation New Zealander, born and raised in Dunedin, in the deep south of the South Island. I moved to Auckland in 1990 and have called the city home ever since, although you can never quite take the South out of a southerner—especially when an Otago sports team is playing! After many years running small businesses, I understand the importance of reliability, personal service and, above all, keeping the customer happy. As your private guide and driver, my job is to make your day relaxed, interesting and completely free of unnecessary stress. I love introducing visitors to the New Zealand I know: our landscapes, history, culture, coastlines and everyday way of life. I’ll share the stories behind the places we visit, along with a few local opinions and plenty of good humour—but I won’t overwhelm you with a rehearsed commentary. My tours are personal and flexible, with time to stop, explore and enjoy the places that interest you most—and I love a mission! Recent tours have unexpectedly taken me to Costco, Pak’nSave and across Auckland in search of a particular speciality shop. That’s the beauty of a private tour: listening to what my guests need, adapting the day and getting it done. Having lived in Auckland for more than 35 years and now also spending much of my time in beautiful Northland, I can show you both the well-known highlights and the quieter places that many visitors never discover. Away from guiding, I enjoy walking, fishing, boating, music, travel and time with my family. Exploring countries such as Brazil and Japan has also helped me appreciate what travellers value when they are far from home: a friendly welcome, local insight and someone dependable looking after the details. Whether we’re discovering Auckland, travelling through Northland or heading farther afield, you’ll be welcomed with a warm smile and a genuine “haere mai.” I look forward to showing you around. Peter C.