The Bay of Islands is one of NZ's favourite fishing grounds made world famous by Zane Grey the American author. In the bay we catch all kinds of fish from Snapper, Trevalli and Tarakihi to the bigger stuff like Kingfish, Hapuka/Groper all the way up to the big game fish of Marlin, Tuna and Broadbill. You can fish for snapper all year round but if you have the desire for the big stuff then you'll need to make your way here between December and April for Marlin season. No experience necessary.
Prices start from $85 (per person) for a 4 hour snapper trip.
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New Zealand is the cheapest place in the world to do a tandem skydive, so why not do it over one of the most stunning marine parks New Zealand has to offer. Bay of Islands Skydive offer 9000ft or 12000ft tandem jumps but before you jump out of the plane you'll be treated to a 20 minute scenic flight over our maritime playground. Full video and photo options are available.
Prices start from $220 (per person)
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Flying Kiwi Parasail is New Zealand’s most experienced parasail operator and offer the highest flights in the country at 800ft and 1200ft. You'll be on the water for an hour and in the air for 10 minutes. A very chilled out way to view the bay from the air!
Prices start from $70 (per person)
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The Bay of Islands and surrounds offer some of the most stunning dives in the country. There are a couple of options available for certified divers with the infamous Rainbow Warrior situated an hour and a half north of Paihia or the stunning Poor Knights Islands situated an hour south. Divers must have minimum of PADI open water or equivalent. Not certified? Discover Scuba and Open water courses also available!
Full day diving adventures start
from $190 (per person) including all gear
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The Bay of Islands has plenty of options when it comes to horse riding. All experience levels are catered for, and you'll experience the natural beauty of our open farmland, forests and beaches. Treks range from an hour and a half to full day.
Prices start from $65 (per person)
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Feel like getting a little dirty, get yourself on a quad. Quads are a fantastic way to explore our superb farmland, forests, beaches and gum fields with a little bit of adrenalin thrown in! Trips range from 1 hour to 3 hours or longer.
Tours start from $75 (per person)
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Get out and explore the bay at your own pace. You can hire kayaks and do it yourself or participate in a fully guided tour. Tours range from 3 hours to full day. Alternatively if you want to throw in a little culture why not try a 3 hour waka (canoe) trip with a local Maori guide.
Prices start from $50 (per person)
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Enjoy a 2 hour show combining Maori Culture, live drama, sound and light to tell the story from the coming of Kupe, the first Maori to discover this land, through to present day. Including events surrounding the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Show takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings (Oct - April) at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds inside the carved house.
Price $45 (per person)
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