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Bay of Islands
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The Waterfront Suites
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Eagles Nest
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Omata Estate
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Calypso
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Cloud 9
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Eagle Spirit Luxury Villa Accommodation
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Rahimoana
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Paihia Beach Resort
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The Bay of Islands are in the Northland region in the far north of the North Island of New Zealand. Located 60 kilometres north-west of Whangarei, the bay is a natural harbour with an irregular 16 kilometre wide inlet. Several sections of the bay extend into the land, notably Waikare Inlet in the south and Kerikeri and Te Puna (Mangonui) inlets in the north-west. The small town of Russell is located at the end of a short peninsula that extends into the bay from the south-east. The Bay of Islands region has the finest maritime park in New Zealand with the 144 Islands and secluded bays. The Bay has an abundance of marine life, including the big marlin, whales, penguins, dolphins, gannets and many other species. On the East Coast of Northland, Opua, Waitangi, Paihia, Russell and Kerikeri all make up part of the Bay of Islands, a world-reknowned tourist destination and the cultural centre of New Zealand. The Bay of Islands is a stunningly beautiful length of sand and rock coastline that circles a sea pierced by 150 islands. Wherever you are in the Bay of Islands, it's impossible to escape the lure of the sea. Catch a ferry or charter boat and immerse yourself in the blue-green world of island and beach.
Home of Ngapuhi, with a history of our earliest European settlement and fascinating places to explore. Waitangi is where New Zealand's founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed in 1840. The maritime and historic park is the original cradle of European civilization and has fine examples of Maori culture. Some of New Zealand's oldest buildings are found in the Bay of Islands. Desirable Kerikeri is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing towns and a horticultural hub with significant orchard plantings. Many yachties arriving from the Northern hemisphere make their first contact in New Zealand at the Port of Opua. The Bay with its pristine natural environment is the gathering place in the South Pacific for overseas sailing yachts on world cruises, international sport fishermen, golfers and marine enthusiasts. Swimming with dolphins is another specialty of the Bay of Islands. Many operators in the region offer excellent trips to spectacular Cape Brett and the 'Hole in the Rock' on Piercy Island. The townships of this historical bay are alive with memories of the area's colourful history. Visitors are welcome to explore the well-preserved relics of the past, both Maori and European, in romantic Russell, Paihia, Waitangi or Kerikeri. |
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Bay of Islands Activities |
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Canyoning / Spelunking New Zealand
Caving New Zealand
Climbing New Zealand
Diving New Zealand
Farm Tours New Zealand
Food & Wine New Zealand
Game and Sport Fishing New Zealand
Glow Worm Caves New Zealand
Golf New Zealand
Hiking and Walking New Zealand
History and Culture New Zealand
Horse Riding New Zealand
Hunting New Zealand
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Jet Boating New Zealand
Kayaking and Canoeing New Zealand
Mountain Biking New Zealand
Sailing New Zealand
Scenic Flights New Zealand
Spa Treatments New Zealand
Surfing New Zealand
Swimming with Dolphins New Zealand
Whale Watching New Zealand
Wine Regions New Zealand
Wine Tasting and Wineries New Zealand
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SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS:
The Bay of Islands: Wherever you are in the Bay of Islands, it's impossible to escape the lure of the sea. Catch a ferry or charter boat and immerse yourself in the blue-green world of island and beach. Or paddle a sea kayak in and out of island nooks and crannies. Swimming with dolphins is another specialty of the Bay of Islands.
Pompallier House: Visitors to the Bay of Islands put Pompallier on their "must see" list. Pompallier, is the sole surviving building of the French Catholic mission headquarters to the Western Pacific. Not only a witness to "The Birth of the Nation", Pompallier is also a uniquely French Provincial building that stands as witness to wider French influences in New Zealand and the Pacific.
Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach: Cape Reinga, the northernmost point of New Zealand has great views of the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean merging.
ACTIVITIES:
- Take the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ cruise to the tip of Cape Brett
- Visit the historic Russell Museum
- Try game fishing for marlin, tuna, kingfish
- Dive trips to the Rainbow Warrior operate out of Paihia
- Go swimming with dolphins amongst the many Islands littered throughout the Bay of Islands
- Visit Waitangi National Reserve, where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed in 1840
- Explore the many bays, inlets and beautiful clear waters with some kayaking
- Indulge in the freshest, tastiest 'kia moana' (sea food) you've ever seen
- Or just sit back, unwind and let the world pass you by in this unique little slice of South Pacific paradise!
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