Northland & Bay of Islands

Whangarei & East Coast  ::  Bay of Islands  ::  Cape Reinga  ::  Kaitaia  ::  Kauri Coast & Hokianga

Golden beaches, secluded coves, tranquil harbours, warm waters, a dramatic coastline, wild surf, and spectacular forests… subtropical Northland is stunningly beautiful – an aquatic playground and a land of unspoiled natural splendor. Divers come from all over the planet to dive the Rainbow Warrior wreck and the Poor Knight Islands Marine Reserve with its spectacular reefs, secret tunnels, and the largest underwater cave in the world.

Northland New Zealand Must See, Cape Reinga, Photo Credit: Northland Inc

Experience Northland & Bay of Islands

  • Ancient kauri trees
  • Golden sands
  • Poor Knights Islands – the largest cave by volume is Rikoriko Cave
  • Maori legends
  • Beautiful Bay of Islands

You´ll ❤️ these great things to see & do…

Useful Northland & Bay of Islands Resources  (Northland New Zealand Must See)

The Northland culture and history are the epitome of New Zealand tourism. The matchless maritime beauty of the place and the easy accessibility to world-class facilities in accommodation and fine dining lure a consistent flow of tourists here. The local terrain and background landscapes are simply breathtakingly beautiful.
There are special holiday packages that offer a grand combination of economic stay and complimentary passes to the locally harvested food and wine celebrations, and arts and crafts displays.

Northland New Zealand Must See: Northland is celebrated the world over for fishing and diving. Northland is popular for the 90 Mile Beach, Cape Reinga, Ahipara, Karikari Peninsula, and Doubtless Bay. The regions are regularly visited, but still appear as if waiting to be discovered.

All North Island Regions

Auckland Bay of Plenty Coromandel Peninsula Gisborne & Eastland Hawke’s Bay Northland & Bay of Islands Rotorua Ruapehu Taranaki Taupo Waikato & Waitomo Wellington & Wairarapa Whanganui & Manawatu

Find Your Perfect Activity

Manea Experience Guided Tour

41 State Highway 12, Opononi 0473, New Zealand Māori Culture Museums Family & Kids

75 minutes

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Manea Experience Footprints of Kupe offers you a unique cultural encounter, with a 75-minute multisensory journey of guided storytelling – through art, cultural treasures, film, performance, digital interaction, and the splendor of Hokianga’s natural surroundings. NORTHLAND & BAY OF ISLANDS

Puketi Eco Walk – Half Day Tour

1756 Waiare Road, Ōkaihau 0295, New Zealand Nature Walking & Hiking Family & Kids

3 hours

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Guided walk through Puketi Forest Enjoy an intimate guided walk through Puketi Forest, an ancient kauri rainforest, located 40 minutes from Paihia. With over 360 indigenous species of plants, this subtropical rainforest is one of the most diverse in New Zealand. Learn to recognise and name some of the native trees. Listen and see the

Puketi Night Walk

Puketi Forest Nature Walking & Hiking Family & Kids

2.5–3 hours

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Discover the dark secrets of Puketi Forest, an ancient kauri rainforest located 40 minutes from Paihia With over 360 indigenous species of plants, this subtropical rainforest is one of the most diverse in New Zealand. This intimate guided tour takes you into the forest at twilight where you experience the transition from day to night.

Day in the Bay Cruise

Paihia Wharf, Bay of Islands Boat Cruises & Water Activities

Flexible

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

The Day in the Bay Cruise is a scenic and relaxing boat tour exploring the stunning Bay of Islands. Enjoy a full day on the water, discovering secluded beaches, crystal-clear waters, and diverse marine life, including dolphins and seabirds. The cruise includes stops at picturesque islands, where you can swim, snorkel, or hike to breathtaking

Russell Mini Tour

Russell City Tours

Flexible

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Russell Mini Tour NORTHLAND & BAY OF ISLANDS Starting in Russell, take a one hour guided tour of this romantic seaside township, steeped in history with a very chequered past. Travel aboard an air conditioned mini-coach as you go back in time with stories from your knowledgeable guide taking you back to the earliest settlers.

Tandem Skydive 12,000ft

Kerikeri Active & Adventure

2-3 hours

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Tandem Skydive – New Zealand’s Ultimate Freefall Experience A Tandem Skydive in New Zealand is the kind of experience you never forget—equal parts adventure, adrenaline, and pure magic. Located just 6 minutes from Kerikeri and 20 minutes from Paihia, this world‑class drop zone offers some of the most breathtaking scenery you can skydive over anywhere

Sundowner Sailing

Marsden Rd, Paihia Boat Cruises & Water Activities

Flexible

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

This short Sundowner sail on board the tall ship R.Tucker Thompson is perfect if you don’t have time for a full day in the Bay but still want a unique tall ship experience. Departing from Russell wharf at 4pm, the trip is a relaxing sail through the inner Bay around the area of Paihia, Waitangi

Full Day Sail from Russell

Bay of Islands Boat Cruises & Water Activities

Flexible

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Sail a Historic Tall Ship in the Bay of Islands – Eco‑Friendly Day Cruise from Russell Experience the rare opportunity to sail on a working tall ship in one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking regions — the Bay of Islands. Departing from Russell, you’ll glide across the water with the wind at your back, making

Bay of Islands Dolphin Cruise & Wildlife Guided Day Trip

Paihia Wharf Wildlife & Beaches Boat Cruises & Water Activities

6 hours

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Bay of Islands Dolphin Cruise Join us on our wildlife cruise, and view penguins and dolphins in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Experience the Beautiful Waters of the Bay of Islands Experience the bay’s stunning wildlife in comfort and eco-friendly style aboard our 50ft sailing catamaran, Carino NZ. As a licensed operator for dolphin watching

Ocean Adventure to the Hole in the Rock

Bay of Islands Active & Adventure

Flexible

Price:Included In Your Tour Package

Ocean Adventure NORTHLAND & BAY OF ISLANDS Experience the thrill of Ocean Adventure – the fastest boat to the Hole in the Rock on this 1.5 hour experience. Relax in state of the art suspension seating for a safe and comfortable ride as you fast track your journey through the iconic scenery of the Bay