Trips & Tours:
There are many 'fun and exciting' things you can do in Bay of Islands; enjoy a round of golf, go deep sea fishing and diving, visit historic sights and take a sightseeing excursion tours, enjoy all kinds of fishing and sailing out in the Bay.
The Bay of Islands has many shopping outlets, restaurants and service facilities, here are just some of our suggestions to make your stay in the Bay of Islands that little bit special
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WAITANGI TREATY GROUNDS - Visit the historic site where the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed between Maori and the British Crown. Cultural performances, guided tours, the Waka (canoe) House, audio-visual shows, and much more.. |
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FULLERS - BAY OF ISLANDS - Fullers have operated in the Bay since 1886. They offer a broad range of cruises and tours - Cape Brett 'Hole In The Rock', 'Best Of The Bay' Supercruise, 'Dolphin Adventures' Swim with the Dolphins, 'Excitor' High Speed Adventure, Sunset Cruise, Cape Reinga Wanderer via Ninety Mile Beach, Russell Mini Tour, Kerikeri & Craft Tour. |
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Paihia - A Jewel of the Bay of Islands, Whether your interest is culture, fine dining, adventure, or the enjoyment of our shimmering waters, superb beaches and abundant wildlife, you will find it here in Paihia, the friendly centre of your Far North experience. |
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Bay of Islands Travel Guide, The Travel Guide site provides excellent information on the Bay of Islands. The 'Activities' page is well worth a look - categories include Adventures, Fishing Charters, Museums/Books, Overnight Trips, and Tours. |
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Kerikeri, "So nice they named it twice". Kerikeri was the winner of NZ's Top Small Town in 2000 and it's not hard to see why. Blending Historic Attractions, Arts & Crafts, Horticulture, and modern lifestyles it established the framework for New Zealand's bi-cultural society. |
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Russell, Can you hear Russell calling? Russell (Kororareka) is a small, historic seaside village and has provided a haven for visitors since the 1700s. It reflects the tranquility of earlier times and with it's vibrant cosmopoliton community, attracts visitors from New Zealand all over the world. |
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Cape Reinga Adventures, Let adventure tour specialists, Cape Reinga Adventures offer you a unique opportunity to explore the Far North/Cape Reinga region. Fishing, Kayaking, 4 Wheel Driving, Hiking, Snorkeling, Horse trekking and Dune Surfing in the Far North is the best way to experience 100% pure New Zealand. |
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Hundertwasser Toilets - Kawakawa, Experience first hand these truly unique toilets - a work of art, from the grass roof to gold balls, ceramic tiles, bottle glass windows, mosaic tiling, copper handwork, cobblestone flooring, individual sculptures and a living tree integrated into the design structure. |
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Scenic Flights & Tours, - Enjoy spectacular scenic flights over New Zealand's maritime playground with Salt Air. Fly by either plane or helicopter and experience Northland "Best seen from above". |
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Waipoua Forest, - A superb Forest Sanctuary abounding with rare New Zealand flora and fauna, mighty kauri, kiwi and ferns amongst a sub-tropical rainforest. Home of Tane Mahuta "Lord of the Forest" - the largest kauri tree in NZ. |
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Dive the Rainbow Warrior, - Sunk as a recreational diving wreck, the Rainbow Warrior sits upright on a white sandy bottom in around 25 metres of water. The wreck plays host to a myriad of marine life from the beautifully coloured jewel anemones to many species of fish in all shapes and sizes. |
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Food and Trail, - Taste and sample what's grown and produced in the North - quality and freshness. The Trail delivers a truly worthwhile visitor experience. |
Just three easy hours drive from Auckland, Haruru Falls Resort, facing the Haruru Falls, at the bottom of Old Wharf Road and is located 3kms from Paihia wharf and Waitangi Treaty Grounds along Puketona Road. Alternatively a 30 minute flight from Auckland to Kerikeri Airport and another 15 minutes by taxi will have you arriving at Haruru Falls Resort in under one hour.
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