
LOCAL LINKS
These are some local Bay of Islands activities we have enjoyed or can recommend to you. (To book any of these activities, please contact the Bay of Islands I-SITE Visitor Centre on +64 9 402 7345.)
Outdoor/Adventure Activities
- Paihia Dive HQ - Scuba diving excursions, wreck diving, and certification courses.
- Horse Trek'n - Guided horse treks from novice to advanced levels.
- Paihia Duck Tours - Tour the Bay in a unique, amphibious vehicle that can travel over both land and water.
- Mack Attack - High-speed boat trips to Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock.
- Flying Kiwi Parasailing - New Zealand's highest parasailing flights, no experience needed.
- Bay of Islands Skydive - Offers tandem jumps for beginners, from 6,000 to 12,000 feet.
- Bay Beach Hire - Kayaking tours and kayak hire on the Paihia waterfront.
- Swim with Dolphins - Wetsuits provided and dolphin sightings guaranteed.
Fishing Charters
- Te Ariki Nui - Marlin and other big game fishing, based out of Russell.
- Spot-X Fishing - One of the biggest outdoor activity companies, offering all-inclusive charters.
- Grand Cru Charters - Fishing charter boat, with special bookings (anniversaries, etc) and diving outings also available.
Māori/Heritage Attractions
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds - Visit the birthplace of the modern New Zealand nation.
- Waka Taiamai Tours - Experience the local Ngāpuhi culture of Northland; offers traditional canoe tours and more.
- Culture North - Māori cultural shows including a haka performance and live historical narrative.
