Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands on our 4.5 hour personalised and interactive Island Cruise & Tour. Locally owned and operated, with a passion for sharing our beautiful area. Suitable for all ages, families, solo travellers and couples...experience it all! • Scenic cruise among 144 sub-tropical Islands • Two remote island stopovers • Native bush walks and 360 degree views from th…
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Most visitors see the Bay of Islands from a crowded deck. Our guests see it from the secret local spots that are not on the standard tourist circuit. The Island Hopper cruise takes you to a wildlife sanctuary island, by sail. It's a side of the Bay most tour boats never reach. Board straight from Paihia beachfront — the catamaran pulls up to the beach, kick off your shoes and you're on the water…
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Embark on a 4.5 hour Cruise and Island tour in the scenic Bay of Islands, where nature's wonders and cultural exploration await. Cruising through the islands, keeping an eye out for marine wildlife and native seabirds while our knowledgeable guides offer insights into the history, ecology, and Maori culture. Stopping at Roberton Island, a pristine paradise surrounded by crystal-clear waters and l…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(206)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 206 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellation
Discover the Bay of Islands, and take a scenic boat cruise through the 144 subtropical islands. Visit the famous "Hole in the Rock" and Cape Brett Lighthouse. Stopover on Roberton Island to take a short walk to the lookout point over the Twin Lagoons Keep an eye out for our unique New Zealand sea birds and marine life, take a short walk along some of the island trails to breathtaking viewpoints w…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(197)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 197 reviews3 hFree cancellation
Join this half-day tour of the wonderful Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings as we are licensed to view marine mammals iduring the cruise A tour you will never forget! Includes a delicious Island BBQ Lunch at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island at your island stopover.
★★★★★★★★★★4.6(288)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 288 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellation
Have awesome thrills on a V8 350 Chev Trike with a 60 minute tour from Paihia. For those that love adrenaline, experience the sense of freedom with no helmets (full seatbelts) on this beast whilst enjoying the scenic Bay of Islands. Visit Opua - a marina seaside village, Haruru Falls, and Waitangi Lookout for some memorable moments and amazing views! A definite bucket list experience. Summer - br…
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Half day cruise of the Bay of islands including the famous Hole in the Rock, Island stopover and marine mammal viewing. The perfect water activity for your visit to the Bay of Islands. Keep watch for dolphins and whales (conditions permitting). With our Marine Mammal Viewing Guarantee (May–Sept only) you can come again for free if we don't spot any marine mammals during your cruise.*
★★★★★★★★★★4.6(271)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 271 reviews4 h 30 minFree cancellation
Get bird’s-eye views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on a Bay of Islands scenic helicopter tour from Paihia. Take in the stunning scenery of the main group of islands; view the iconic natural landmark, Hole in the Rock; and pass over the historic townships of Russell, Paihia and Waitangi. You also have the opportunity to experience the island in a way that very few have before by choosing…
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Spend a relaxing day sailing the beautiful Bay of Islands aboard Hibiscus Star, a spacious 40-foot sailing catamaran with a maximum of 19 guests. Enjoy genuine sailing, stunning island scenery and a relaxed two-hour island stop. Make the most of your time ashore with an included catered lunch, or choose to swim, snorkel, paddleboard or explore on a walk. Prefer to take it easy? Relax on deck and…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(112)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 112 reviews6 hFree cancellation
Come Parasailing with your friends and family with NZ's HIGHEST Parasailing at 1300ft of towline. Enjoy fantastic sceneries over the Bay of Islands with views over Russell, the outer Islands and even to the "hole in the Rock". More than 30 years experience within the Parasailing industry Suitable for all ages, no physical or age restrictions
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(124)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 124 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
Awesome tour filled with gorgeous views, great photo opportunities and adrenaline packed thrills. A definite bucket list experience! Summer - bring a light sweater, sunglasses and camera Winter - bring a jacket and perhaps a beanie, sunglasses and camera Book direct for best pricing. All passengers including Cruise ship passengers to be outside I-Site (information centre) in Paihia 5 mins prior t…
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Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands Locally owned and operated, with a passion for sharing our beautiful area. Suitable for all ages, families, solo travellers and couples...experience it all! • Cruise among 144 Subtropical Islands • Visit the Hole in the Rock and Cathedral Cave • Lookout for unique Marine Wildlife throughout the day • Inter…
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By cruising with us and you are helping to protect our wild dolphins! A portion of every fare contributes directly to marine mammal conservation and to our children's marine education program Protect the future We are a small, local family owned and operated wildlife cruise. On board help to set sails or sit back and relax.Time to take a deep breath and unwind.
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Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands on the ultimate Bay of Islands day cruise! Six hours of non-stop cruising and adventure. The knowledgeable crew will ensure that you spot all that the Bay of Islands has to offer, snorkeling, kayaking, island walk, and lunch back on the boat. Departing from Paihia Wharf, this is the best way to spend a day in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand.
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Ocean Adventure is the fastest boat to the Hole in the Rock, combining exhilaration and exploration with a balance of speed and thrills, as well as stops to view wildlife, learn about the Bay of Islands & take photos. Great for families & adventure seekers to feel the thrill of speeding across the water & viewing the stunning islands of the Bay Relax in state of the art suspension seating for a s…
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(40)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 40 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
There's a special kind of evening that only happens on the water — the light going gold, the sail filling, the noise of the day dropping away behind you. The Sundowner Cruise is two hours of exactly that. Departing directly from Paihia beachfront at 5pm — the boat comes to you, pulling up to the beach so you step aboard from the shoreline — No hustle of a busy wharf, no waiting in line. We head o…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(32)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 32 reviews2 hFree cancellation
Tour is for two passengers - Wind your way from Paihia, thru native bush and valleys to the seaside marina village of Opua. Definitely more for the "Thrill Seeker" Awesome tour filled with gorgeous views, great photo opportunities and adrenaline packed thrills. Summer - bring a light sweater, sunglasses and camera Winter - bring a jacket and perhaps a beanie, sunglasses and camera All passengers…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(25)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews30 minFree cancellation
The Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is a purpose built mountain bike park with over 50km of world class trails built by the professionals. There are tracks to suit all abilities from families and novices to experts! All our trips include a high quality Full-Suspension Mountain Bike or the all popular Full-Suspension Electric Bikes, helmet, map, trail advice, and also the mountain bike park entry whic…
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Get onboard the most comprehensive day cruise in the Bay of Islands, taking in the Hole in the Rock, the historic Cream Trip route and an island stop at Otehei Bay. Start the morning cruising through the inner islands and past the Cape Brett Peninsula, out to the famous Hole in the Rock on Motukōkako. Take in the scenery, learn about the area's history through our informative and entertaining com…
★★★★★★★★★★4.6(16)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 16 reviews7 hFree cancellation
Discover the stunning beauty of the Bay of Islands on this scenic mini tour of the Bay of Islands from Paihia. Begin your journey by passing the iconic Stone Church and idyllic beaches before reaching the picturesque Opua Bay and Marina for some memorable photo opportunities. Continue to Haruru Waterfalls, where you can get up close to the cascading water. The tour concludes at Waitangi Lookout,…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(11)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
Enjoy the exclusive use of the luxury sailing catamaran, Serenity. Sit back and take in the sights, or if you want to get involved, take a turn at the wheel under the guidance of your professional captain or assist in hoisting the sails. The captain will select a suitable place to drop anchor and allow you to explore the coast via paddleboard, the beach by foot, hike the scenic island trails, swi…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(9)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 9 reviews6 h
Explore the captivating Bay of Islands on a comprehensive 4.5-5 hour Nature Adventure tour. Beginning in Paihia, the journey leads to Haruru Waterfalls for an up-close experience, followed by a visit to the Kawiti Glow Worm Caves. Accompanied by local guides, enjoy a scenic walk among the twinkling glow worms. We then take you for a walk with ancient Kauri trees, some over 800 years old through b…
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(10)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 10 reviews5 hFree cancellation
Awesome Bay of Islands Day Sailing Adventure on our 65 foot ocean going yacht GUNGHA II. Our sailing tour is exciting, funny and informal. We provide tasty morning snacks, heaps of sailing, a unique island stopover, masks & snorkels, hot outside showers and our yummy fresh sandwich lunch. Marine life including penguins, seabirds and others are often plentiful and frequently sighted in playful gro…
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Skip crowded shorelines on a private catamaran charter through New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, departing from Paihia or Russell Wharf. Your group of up to 19 can sail to an island accessible only by boat, anchor in sheltered bays, and choose between swimming, snorkeling, paddle boarding, or an island walk. Whether you prefer an active day of adventure or simply relaxing on board and taking in the v…
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