Sweeping clifftop lawns, a giant flagstaff, a unique fully carved Maori meeting house and the historic Treaty House are the setting for guided tours, basic Maori language classes, cultural shows and the world's largest single-hulled canoe (waka). Open daily except Christmas. Essential to understand NZ bicultural history.

New Zealands highest parasail.

At five and a half hours this trip is the best value in the Bay of Islands. The Arline is a 40ft kauri launch, the ideal fishing platform for individuals, groups and families with a good combination of shelter and open deck space. The Skipper has 45 years experience in charter boats and is the areas longest serving fishing skipper. Owner on-board to ensure a memorable trip.

Six nights a week the marae is transformed into a magical setting where performers from the Culture North night show tell visitors to Northland the real story of New Zealand. A contemporary production combining drama, music and dance, the show relates the traditional story of how two cultures; Maori and European, settled in New Zealand.

On the Edge - The Ultimate Day Sail in the Bay!

Experience New Zealand's spectacular Bay of Islands with a range of trips from Kings Dolphin and Eco Tours: Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise to the Hole in the Rock or take a day tour to New Zealand's northernmost point, Cape Reinga and see the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Swimming with dolphins will enthral nature lovers and Crossings Hokianga is a unique journey of history and cultural discovery.

Haruru Falls is a concave waterfall up the Waitangi River. The name "Haruru" means loud or thundering noise. It is one of New Zealand's oldest river ports. Tall ships used to sail right up to the...

Skydive Zone Bay of Islands is located in Kerikeri and offers tandem skydiving for your first jump experience. Instruction begins with a short briefing, then you and your instructor share a tandem harness, freefalling from nearly 15,000 feet at speeds of 120 mph (200kph) or more. After about a minute or more of freefall, your instructor will open the dual-sized parachute, and together you'll fly back to the ground for a soft landing.

Come sailing on Northland’s own tall ship! You can help set the sails, ride on the bowsprit, climb the rigging, or alternatively you can relax while our crew does the work. Morning cream tea and a delicious BBQ lunch are included. The ship is a member of the Northland Sustainable Tourism Charter and operated by a charitable trust. Profits from day sails are used to develop youth in Northland.

Fullers GreatSights Bay of Islands offers Northland’s most comprehensive range cruises and tours. The Fullers name has been synonymous with cruises in the Bay of Islands since 1886. Today the passionate and knowledgeable local team are proud to showcase the wonders of the region including cruises to the famous “Hole in the Rock”, dolphin watching/swimming cruises and day tours to the Hokianga, Kerikeri, Russell and Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach.