Experience the Northland region of our country and soak up the sunshine. With plenty of stops along the way and a huge range of activities to do while you are in Paihia ranging from dolphin swimming to sky diving, this is the best way to experience the "Winterless North".

This tour departs Auckland and can be added before some of our North Island tours. Accommodation is at our stunning penthouse backpackers, Haka Lodge Paihia, with undoubtedly the most stunning views imaginable.

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Haruru Falls and Waitangi River Tour on a Traditional Maori Waka with Guide

Maori - Bay of Islands - Starting from $135.00 per person

Explore the calm waters of the Waitangi River estuary during a 3-hour voyage on a sturdy traditional canoe captained by an experienced local Maori guide. You'll learn native paddling techniques, visit Haruru Falls and look for wildlife, plus hear about Ngapuhi customs, legends and history. The guide teaches you a traditional war dance and takes you to see a Ngapuhi meeting house where you might get the chance to meet members of this Maori community. More...

Auckland Shore Excursion: Small-Group Coast and Rainforest Tour

Ports of Call Tour - Auckland - Starting from $250.00 per person

Explore New Zealand’s rugged west coast and rainforest when you’re in port in Auckland on a scenic and invigorating full-day shore excursion. You’ll see panoramic ocean views in the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park, take a guided walk through coastal rainforest and visit a forest of ancient kauri trees. You’ll also go for a walk along a black-sand beach, have a picnic lunch, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour. More...

Bay of Islands and Hole in the Rock Scenic Helicopter Tour

Helicopter Tour - Paihia - Starting from $260.00 per person

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 to land on top of the Hole in the Rock! More...

Cruise Ship Excursion Option - 5 Hour Bay of Islands Cruise & Island Day Tour

Ports of Call Tour - Paihia - Starting from $110.00 per person

Arriving in the Bay of Islands by Cruiseship? Escape the Crowds in the Bay of Islands on a small group cruise & island tour.
Discover 144 remote subtropical islands, lookout for unique New Zealand sea birds and marine life, take a short walk along some of the island trails to breathtaking viewpoints, take a swim in the clear sheltered waters or try snorkelling the untouched reefs and learn the history of local area.

Two remote island stopovers

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Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

Horse Riding - Rotorua - Starting from $65.00 per person

Hop into the saddle and experience the best of New Zealand’s great outdoors on this 1 hour horse trekking adventure from Rotorua. Choose the start time to suit your schedule, then follow a guide on horseback into the countryside around Mt. Ngongotaha. Explore green paddocks and working farmland, and enjoy fine views over Lake Rotorua in the distance. This tour includes all safety gear plus wet weather gear if raining. More...

Guided Electric Bike Tour of Napier

E-Bike Tour - Napier - Starting from $120.00 per person

Enjoy a 2-hour guided electric bike tour of Napier City and its surroundings, like the locals do - on two wheels! On your electric bike beside your guide, you will discover this beautiful area. You will learn about the history, the culture and the wildlife of Napier. Participants MUST be competent cyclists. More...

Waitomo Caves Adventures

Caving - Auckland - Starting from $322.00 per person

Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime with this thrilling black water rafting and caving experience. With 3 exhilarating caving and rafting tours to choose from, there is something to suit all adventurous spirits.
The Waitomo Caves offer a once in a lifetime underground experience that is a must try for anyone wanting to challenge themselves in a beautiful yet safe environment. You will be guaranteed to leave with a huge sense of achievement.
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4 Day Doubtful and Milford Sound Photography Workshop

Photography Tour - Plimmerton - Starting from $2800.00 per person

Join top New Zealand photographers on this four-day landscape photography workshop at both Milford and Doubtful Sound. Starting in Queenstown, enjoy a ride south to the untouched wilderness of Fiordland and on to Milford before getting to Doubtful Sounds. The most northerly part of Fiordland’s many sounds, Milford, is famed as one of the world’s most spectacular landscapes. Doubtful Sound is far more remote and scenic than the well-known Milford Sound. It offers a true wilderness experience.... More...