Everything to make your holiday really special

Enjoy the beautiful Bay of Islands, Kauri forests, historical sites and the Maori culture. Explore Paihia, catch a ferry to Russell and stay in Kerikeri.

Rich in history, this historical region is the birthplace of the Nation. The Stone Store in Kerikeri is New Zealand's oldest stone building. The Treaty of Waitangi was signed on the famous Treaty Grounds at Waitangi.

The Bay of Islands offers an amazing array of things to see and do, with magnificent scenery and activities.

Activities

• Cruise the Bay of Islands (144 in all) including Hole in the Rock
• Swimming with the Dolphins
• Tours to 90 mile beach, Cape Reinga lighthouse and sand surfing
• Forest, riverside and country walks
• Giant Boulders
• Tall ship sailing around the islands in the bay.
• Steam Boat trips on Kerikeri Inlet.
• Pristine beaches, swimming
• Paddle a Waka (Maori canoe)
• Excitor
• Skydiving
• Horse Trekking
• Quad Biking
• Scenic Flights & Helicopter Flights
• Para sailing
• Walks in the area
  

History and Culture

• Stone Store and Kemp House
• Rewa’s Village
• Maori Cultural Experience
• Pompallier House (Russell)
• Visit Tana Mahuta, The King of the Forest (Legendary Kauri Tree)
• Waitangi Treaty Grounds
• Puketi and Omahuta Forests

Golf and Sport

• Kerikeri Golf Course
• Waitangi Golf Course
• Kauri Cliffs Golf Course (30 minutes north)
• Marty’s Golf Driving Range
• River, beach and deep sea fishing.
• Scuba Diving – The Rainbow Warrior and HMNZS Canterbury dive
• Half Marathon (November)
• Sailing

Kerikeri Township

• The Centre
• Arts and Crafts Trail
• Makana Chocolate Factory
• Kaleidoscope World
• The Parrot Place
• Palmco (Garden of National Significance)
• Pete’s Pioneer & Transport Museum
• Waterfalls
• Farmers Market – local produce – Sundays 8:30am to noon
• Aroha Island

Dining Out

• Marsden Estate Winery
• Ake Ake Vineyard & Restaurant
• Cottle Hill Vineyard
• Lunch and Dinner Cruises. An enjoyable way to see the Bay
• Local Cafes and Restaurants

Travel

• Air New Zealand flights into Kerikeri
• Salt Air – The alternative flight from Auckland to Kerikeri
• Intercity Coachlines – Coach travel to Kerikeri

There is so much to enjoy that a minimum stay of 3 nights will leave you wishing you stayed for longer.

Rugby World Cup 2011: This event will bring a lot of interest to the Bay of Islands. Being only one hours drive north of Whangarei and three hours from Auckland, Kerikeri Bed and Breakfast accommodation will be in great demand. Secure your accommodation in Kerikeri by booking early.