Note that this tour utilizes a variety of accommodation including hostels. See the 'About Accommodation' section of the trip details for more information.

New Zealand—The Bay of Islands

From$399USD
4 days,Auckland to Auckland
Trip Code: ONBI

Walking amongst giant kauri trees, spending the night anchored in a secluded bay, fishing like the locals, savouring a traditional barbecue in Paihia town

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Nature lovers who leave the North Island without stopping in at the Bay of Islands will kick themselves all the way back home (and that’s a looooong flight). This 4-day trip to this outdoorsman’s paradise features ample time hiking the nature trails and makes the most of all that water with plenty of opportunities for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and sailing. Not enough? A night aboard a houseboat should do the trick. We take care of all the fuss. All you have to do is have the time of your life.

What's Included

  • Snorkelling in Goat Island Marine Reserve (seasonal), overnight boat excursion with included activities onboard like snorkelling, fishing and kayaking.
  • 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners. (Allow USD50-75 for meals not included.)
  • Hostels (3 nt, multi-share), houseboat (1 nt, multi-share).
  • Private bus
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
  • Small group experience; Max 18, avg 12
Map of the route for New Zealand—The Bay of Islands Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • New Zealand
Itinerary Notes

More information about the accommodation that we use for this trip can be found by clicking the button below.

Accommodation Info

Day 1 Auckland

Welcome to Auckland. Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Bay of Islands (1B,1L,1D)

Travel north via the backroads, stopping to see giant kauri trees and for an included snorkel at Goat Island Marine Reserve (seasonal). Board a large motor boat for an overnight trip through the beautiful Bay of Islands.

Day 3 Paihia (1B,1D)

Enjoy free time in the morning on the boat. Choose to do a number of included water activities like kayaking, snorkelling, fishing or visiting nearby islands. Opt to go on a dolphin watching tour if you like. Disembark with some time to explore Paihia before an evening barbeque.

Day 4 Auckland (1B)

Today you have the morning free to relax or do one of many activities from dolphin swimming, skydiving to checking out the historic island Russel or Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Return to Auckland early evening where the tour finishes upon arrival.

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