Attractions & Nearby Tourist Activities in Paihia

Paihia is the centre of the Bay of Islands and the ideal home base for all the many and varied activities the Bay of Islands has to offer.  All tours, activities and excursions can be arranged through our free booking service. Martin & Lynnette are happy to impartially advise options to suit your circumstances and expectations.

Things to do in Paihia

On/In The Water

Swim with the Dolphins, fishing charters to suit any style. 1/2 Day Hole-in-the Rock, or the full day Cream Trip cruising the beautiful Bay of Islands. Sail with "Carino" and swim with Dolphins. Tall Ship sailing on R Tucker Thompson. Lunch or Dinner Cruise up the Waitangi River. Take a short ferry ride to Romantic Russell. Dive the Rainbow Warrior or one of the several other wrecks. Paddle a Waka. Hire a Kayak or Jet Yak. Steamboat up the Kerikeri inlet.

Paihia Tourist Attractions

On Land

Take any of Paihia's many scenic walking tracks. Visit Waitangi - the birth place of our nation, with it's historic treaty house, & Cultural Night Show. Bus tour to Cape Reinga - the tip of the North island, including Ninety Mile beach, sand boarding the giant sand dunes, Gumdiggers Park & Mangonui - the best fish & chips in NZ. Visit numerous local wineries or take a wine & food tour. Play Golf at 3 different golf courses.  Visit Haruru Falls. Adventure World where you can try the flying trapeze. Kawakawa's famous Hundertwasser toilets & vintage steam railway. Kawiti Glow-worm caves. Ngawha Mineral Hot Springs. Kaleidoscope World.

Enjoy holidays in Paihia

In The Air

Parasail - over the bay, the highest in New Zealand. Scenic Helicopter Flights. Sky Dive onto the beach. Fly/drive to Ninety Mile Beach & Cape Reinga.

Paihia Motorcycle Tours

Guided Motorcycle Tours

Martin & Lynnette are motorcycle friendly hosts, who can include guided day rides of some of the best riding roads on offer in Northland.  Martin is a mechanic and experienced motorcycle rider with a passion and in-depth knowledge.  He is more than willing to escort and/or advise you on the best, but often little known roads, in the Northland area.  Rides to suit all capabilities and time frames — talk to Martin, who is happy to share his experiences & assist you on your tour.