The experts have voted, and yet again our beautiful shores have come up trumps! Need any more convincing?
It’s not uncommon to spot a spectacular “whoosh” sprouting out of the deep when you’re exploring the coast. Many whales call the Bay home & migratory species will pop in on route south
Forget the snow or waves – sandboarding is where it’s at. Experience the epic Te Paki sand dunes – the highest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Delicious artisan food, local wine, organic produce, arts & crafts and more. Get to know our community through our farmers markets
Three days is just long enough to get a taste of some of the top sights and activities in the Bay of Islands that showcases nature, some history, and a splash of outdoor adventure.
On the Northernmost tip of the Aupouri Peninsula, you’ll find a remote spot where two oceans meet and Maori spirits return to their ancestral homeland.
One of the longest stretches of beach in New Zealand, 90 Mile Beach may not be exactly 90 miles long – but it’s not short on natural beauty or exciting things to do.
Where to hire kayaking gear for a short paddle, & how to book an all-day or night kayaking adventure, perhaps even mixing it up with fishing, waterfall gazing or dolphin spotting.
Glowworms can be found throughout New Zealand in damp, dark, overgrown places – and are always well worth the trip! Here are the top places to find them.