Top Things to Do in North Island

We compared all 592 experiences in North Island so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 592 experiences from NZ$ 10.90 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All tours (21–40 of 592)

Wētā Workshop Unleashed Auckland: Behind-the-Scenes Movie Effects
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Wētā Workshop Unleashed Auckland: Behind-the-Scenes Movie EffectsGo behind the scenes of practical filmmaking at Auckland's Wētā Workshop with a live guide through three interactive film worlds, fantasy.
1,031 reviews
4.74★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
8
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 67per person
Cathedral Cove Kayaking: Sea Caves & Marine Reserve
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Travelers' pick
Cathedral Cove Kayaking: Sea Caves & Marine ReservePaddle through sea caves and rock gardens in the Te Whanganui-o-Hei Marine Reserve with a live guide. Cathedral Cove is the only landing spot.
990 reviews
4.95★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
6
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 205NZ$ 191per person
Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: Black Sand Walk
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Travelers' pick
Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: Black Sand WalkAfternoon tour from central Auckland to Waitakere Ranges rainforest and Piha Beach with hotel pickup, guided walk, and afternoon tea included.
940 reviews
4.89★
Duration
5h
Every day
12:30
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 210per person
Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Snorkel
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Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island SnorkelCruise through 144 Bay of Islands with two island stops, snorkel, and sail through Hole in the Rock. 4.5 hours, small groups, gear included.
867 reviews
4.91★
Duration
4h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 180per person
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland with Lunch
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland with LunchStep into Hobbiton’s movie magic and drift beneath Waitomo’s glowworms on a guided day trip from Auckland, including hotel pickup and a picnic lunch.
852 reviews
4.60★
Duration
12h
Every day
07:45
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 469per person
Rotorua Rafting: Tūtea Falls & Kaituna River
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Rotorua Rafting: Tūtea Falls & Kaituna RiverRaft the Kaituna River in Rotorua with free hotel pickup, tackle the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall.
819 reviews
4.95★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
5
Live guide EN · JAPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 139per person
Waitomo Caves & Rotorua: Glowworms, Geysers & Māori Culture
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Travelers' pick
Waitomo Caves & Rotorua: Glowworms, Geysers & Māori CultureFull-day tour from Auckland to Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Te Puia geothermal reserve with 90-minute guided walk, Pōhutu Geyser, and hotel pickup. Small groups, 12+ hours.
777 reviews
4.76★
Duration
13h
Every day
06:00
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 409per person
Glow-worm tour Rotorua: Night walk in native bush
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Glow-worm tour Rotorua: Night walk in native bushWalk through Rotorua's native forest at night with a guide to see thousands of glow-worms lighting up the darkness, plus waterfalls and wildlife sounds you won't hear by day.
766 reviews
4.99★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 125per person
Huka Falls Jet Boat Ride Taupo: 30-min Waikato River Tour
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Huka Falls Jet Boat Ride Taupo: 30-min Waikato River TourJet boat ride on the Waikato River in Taupo with exclusive access to the base of Huka Falls: 30 minutes of spinning.
741 reviews
4.83★
Duration
30m
start times · Every day
13
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 184per person
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves tour from Auckland: Small group
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Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves tour from Auckland: Small groupSmall group tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set with a 2.5-hour guided walk and Waitomo Glowworm Caves boat ride, including hotel pickup and entry tickets.
699 reviews
4.91★
Duration
12h
Every day
06:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 450per person
Rotorua Duck Boat Tour: WWII Amphibious Vehicle on 18 Lakes
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Rotorua Duck Boat Tour: WWII Amphibious Vehicle on 18 LakesRide a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle for 90 minutes through Rotorua's 18 lakes and geothermal landmarks.
683 reviews
4.80★
Duration
1h 30m–1h 45m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 95per person
Half-day Wellington tour: Mt Victoria, Cable Car, Weta Cave
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Half-day Wellington tour: Mt Victoria, Cable Car, Weta CaveHalf-day guided tour of Wellington with hotel pickup, air-conditioned minivan and live commentary. See Mt Victoria's 360-degree views.
673 reviews
4.72★
Duration
3h 20m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 128per person
Maori Rock Carvings Tours Taupo: Fully enclosed boat
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Maori Rock Carvings Tours Taupo: Fully enclosed boatMaori rock carvings cruise on Lake Taupo with live commentary, muffins, hot drinks. Departs Taupo Boat Harbour daily. Wheelchair accessible.
668 reviews
4.62★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
5
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 65per person
Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour: Award-Winning Small Group
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Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour: Award-Winning Small GroupAward-winning Auckland city tour with small group (max 10), knowledgeable guide and free hotel pickup: see the Harbour Bridge.
667 reviews
4.86★
Duration
3h–4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · HI · KOHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 160NZ$ 144per person
Rotorua Forest Hot Tub Soak: Private Cedar Pools in Whakarewarewa
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Best value
Rotorua Forest Hot Tub Soak: Private Cedar Pools in WhakarewarewaSoak in a private cedar hot tub for 45 minutes in Whakarewarewa Forest near Rotorua, with cold plunge access, complimentary water and lockers included.
634 reviews
4.83★
Duration
45m
start times · Every day
48
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 45per person
Wellington: Lord of the Rings Tour & Weta Workshop with Lunch
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Wellington: Lord of the Rings Tour & Weta Workshop with LunchLord of the Rings full-day tour from Wellington with Weta Workshop, Kaitoke Regional Park, Mount Victoria, and Hobbit lunch. Small groups with hotel or cruise pickup.
612 reviews
4.85★
Duration
8h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 325per person
Extreme Sports Rides Rotorua: Velocity Valley Thrills
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Extreme Sports Rides Rotorua: Velocity Valley ThrillsPick your own extreme ride at Velocity Valley near Rotorua: Swoop, Agrojet, Freefall Xtreme, Shweeb or the new Vertigo freefall.
603 reviews
4.80★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
8
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 65per group
Kapiti Island Day Tour: Native Birds & Local Stories
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Kapiti Island Day Tour: Native Birds & Local StoriesTake the ferry from Paraparaumu Beach to Kapiti Island for a guided walk through New Zealand's pest-free nature sanctuary.
575 reviews
4.81★
Duration
5h–6h
Every day
08:45
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 325per person
Waiheke Island Ziplining: Three flights above native forest
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Waiheke Island Ziplining: Three flights above native forestZipline three times over Waiheke Island's native forest on dual cables, then walk through centuries-old bush and tour beaches and vineyards with two guides in a small group.
562 reviews
4.87★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 149per person
Electric Bike Tour Auckland: Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden & Waterfront
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Electric Bike Tour Auckland: Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden & WaterfrontSmall group electric bike tour of Auckland hitting Mt Eden, Viaduct Harbour, Silo Park and the Harbour Bridge with local guide.
548 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h 30m
Every day
09:00
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 180per person
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