Things to do in North Island

Activities, attractions and tours

A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, a small island, and a mountainous backdrop.
A beach with a sunset, houses, and distant mountains.
A geothermal hot spring with a red-brown rim and a greenish pool, surrounded by forested hills.
A beach with waves and a large rock formation during sunset.
A forest with tall trees and hanging lights.

Things to do

Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands

Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands

P5,496
per adult
Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands
Paihia/Russell: Hole in the Rock & Bay of Islands Cruise

From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour

P5,142
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

P6,738
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch
Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission

P2,624
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission
Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia

Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia

P6,915
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia
Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop

Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop

P6,206
per adult
Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

P6,028
per adult
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop
Picture 1 for Activity Bay of Islands: Parasail, Paihia and Russell

Paihia: Bay of Islands Parasailing Flight

P5,496
per adult
Paihia: Bay of Islands Parasailing Flight
Russell: 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Coach & Long Beach

Russell: 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Coach & Long Beach

P1,241
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Russell: 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Coach & Long Beach
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Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours and 10 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 654 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,736 per adult
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Auckland Walking Tour 1h30 and 17 audio reviews

Auckland Walking Tour 1h30 and 17 audio reviews

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is P 411 per traveler*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

From Auckland: Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip with Lunch

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 936 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 12,951 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland

6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland

Activity duration is 6 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 84 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 10,042 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Auckland to Waitomo Glowworms, Blue Springs & Kiwi House

Auckland to Waitomo Glowworms, Blue Springs & Kiwi House

Activity duration is 12 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 11,255 per adult
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What to do in North Island

Stay near popular North Island attractions

Mokoia Island

Accessible only on a guided tour, this small island at the centre of Lake Rotorua is rich in native birdlife and Māori history and culture.
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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and green hills.

Kaitaia

A street lined with palm trees and various shops, including a health spa and a surf shop.

Kerikeri

A historic building with a clock tower, a theater, and a Starbucks.

Napier

A bridge over a river, a town with houses, and a snow-capped mountain in the background.

New Plymouth

Wind turbines on a green hill.

Palmerston North

A bridge over a fast-flowing river surrounded by lush greenery.

Taupō

A coastal landscape with boats on calm waters, hills in the background, and a hazy sky.

Paihia

Two wooden houses with sloped roofs surrounded by lush greenery.

Thames