Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
www.russellmuseum.org.nz
; 2 York St; adult/child $7.50/2; 10am-4pm)
This small, modern
museum has a well-presented Maori section, a large 1:5-scale model of Captain Cook's
Endeavour
, and a 10-minute video on the town's history.
Haratu
CULTURAL BUILDING
(
www.kororarekanz.com
;
cnr The Strand & Pitt St; walking tours adult/child $20/10; gallery
11am-3pm, walking tours 11am & 2pm)
Run by the local
marae
society, Haratu has Maori art
and craft, mostly available for purchase. There are also audiovisual displays and informa-
tion boards. One-hour guided walks featuring Maori stories are available in summer and
by arrangement other times. It's volunteer-run, so opening times can vary.
Tours
Russell Mini Tours
MINIBUS
( 0800 646 486;
www.russellminitours.com
;
cnr The Strand & Cass St; adult/child $29/15;
tours 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm)
Minibus tour around historic Russell with com-
mentary. Tours departing Paihia (adult/child $40/20) visiting Kawakawa and the Kawiti
Glowworm Caves are also available.
Sleeping
Russell has a few decent midrange options. There are several small budget lodges, but
you'll need to book ahead at busy times. If budget is not a consideration, Russell does
luxury B&Bs very well.
Wainui
HOSTEL $
( 09-403 8278;
www.pelnet.org/wainui
; 92d Te Wahapu Rd; dm/r $28/66; )
Hard to find
but worth the effort, this modern bush retreat with direct beach access has only two
rooms that share a pleasant communal space. It's 5km from Russell on the way to the car
ferry. Take Te Wahapu Rd and then turn right into Waiaruhe Way.
Ferry Landing Backpackers
HOSTEL $
(
09-403 7985;
www.ferrylandingrussell.co.nz
;
395 Aucks Rd, Okiato Pt; dm/s/d $30/50/60;
)
More like a homestay than a hostel, with only two rooms on offer within the own-
