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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
Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island Snorkel6-hour sailing cruise from Paihia among 144 islands with 2-hour wildlife sanctuary stopover. Includes snorkeling, paddle board, lunch and local guide. Max 16-20 passengers.
- 321 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 10:00
Bay of Islands Overnight Cruise Paihia: Snorkeling & KayakingThe Rock's overnight cruise in Bay of Islands includes snorkeling, night kayaking, seafood collection and meals. 22 hours from Paihia Wharf, shared cabin, small groups.
- 461 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 22h
- Every day except Friday and Saturday
- 17:00
Recommended (7)
Bay of Islands: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island BBQ Lunch
- 288 reviews
- 4.55★
- Duration
- 4h 30m
Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Dolphins Bay of Islands
- 268 reviews
- 4.55★
- Duration
- 4h 30m
Cape Reinga & 90 Mile Beach: Full-Day Far North Tour from Paihia
- 263 reviews
- 4.57★
- Duration
- 10h–11h
V8 Chev Trike Tour Paihia: 60-Minute Bay of Islands Ride
- 180 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 1h
Helicopter tours in Paihia: Land on Hole in the Rock
- 128 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 20m
Parasailing Bay of Islands: 1300ft towline, all ages
- 124 reviews
- 4.81★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Bay of Islands Catamaran Sailing & Island Stop from Paihia
- 110 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 6h
Lowest price (10)
Bay of Islands Mini Tour: Haruru Falls & Waitangi Visit75–90 minute tour from Paihia through the Bay of Islands with stops at Stone Church, Opua Bay, Haruru Waterfalls and Waitangi Lookout.
- 10 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 1h 15m–1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 7
Mountain Bike Rental at Waitangi Park: Full & Half DayRent a full-suspension or electric mountain bike at Waitangi Mountain Bike Park in Paihia with helmet, map and park entry included.
- 25 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 1h–10h
Paihia Sundowner Sailing Cruise: 2-Hour Bay of Islands SailSail the Bay of Islands at golden hour from Paihia beach: board straight from the shoreline, swim in a sheltered anchorage.
- 32 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 2h
- Tue, Thu and Sat
- 17:00
Bay of Islands scenic tour: Waitangi, Russell & Flagstaff HillBay of Islands tour from Paihia with guide, covering Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Haruru Falls, Russell, and Flagstaff Hill.
- 70 reviews
- 4.81★
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Every day
- 10:00
30-Minute V8 Trike Ride Bay of Islands: Haruru Falls & WaitangiRide a V8 Chev Trike for 30 minutes through Paihia to Haruru Falls and the Waitangi lookout with an experienced driver. Meet at the i-Site 5 minutes before departure.
- 82 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 30m
Thriller Tour Bay of Islands: V8 Trike Rush through PaihiaRide a V8-powered Trike from Paihia through native bush and valleys to Opua in 30 minutes with a live guide. Adrenaline-packed thrills and photo stops for thrill seekers.
- 25 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 30m
- start times · Every day except Monday and Thursday
- 6
Bay of Islands Cruise & Island Stopover Half-Day Tour - PaihiaThree-hour Bay of Islands cruise from Paihia sails through the Hole in the Rock, stops at Roberton Island for a walk to the lookout.
- 56 reviews
- 4.93★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Bay of Islands Wine & Craft Beer Tour with LunchTaste wine at Marsden Estate and Sovrano Estate, sample craft beer at PhatHouse Brewing Co., and eat lunch overlooking the vines in Kerikeri.
- 37 reviews
- 4.84★
- Duration
- 4h
- Fri and Sun
- 13:30
Bay of Islands full-day cruise: Hole in the Rock and island stopCruise the Bay of Islands from Paihia or Russell to Motukōkako's Hole in the Rock and Urupukapuka Island, where you'll swim and walk with a live English-speaking guide.
- 16 reviews
- 4.63★
- Duration
- 7h
- start times · Every day except Wednesday
- 2
Bay of Islands sailing cruise in Paihia: Help set the sailsSail the Bay of Islands on a 15-metre catamaran from Paihia. Help with the sails, spot wild dolphins and penguins, then swim and snorkel at a sheltered island with BBQ lunch.
- 52 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 6h
- Mon, Sat and Sun
- 09:00
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Snorkeling Bay of Islands: Two sites, no ladder entrySnorkel two sites in the Bay of Islands' protected waters with a small group, full wetsuits and easy platform entry. Includes hot soup and fresh water rinse after.
- 98 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 4h–5h
- Every day
- 09:00
Snorkeling in Bay of Islands, Paihia: Kayaking, lunch & walksSpend a morning and afternoon snorkeling, kayaking and walking remote islands in the Bay of Islands from Paihia.
- 44 reviews
- 4.66★
- Duration
- 6h
- Wed and Fri
- 08:00
Kerikeri historic tour Stone Store Mission Station with lunchGuided tour of Kerikeri's oldest buildings (the 1832 Stone Store and 1821 Kemp House) plus Makana Chocolate Factory.
- 22 reviews
- 4.45★
- Duration
- 3h–4h
- Every day except Monday and Thursday
- 10:30
Private Sailing Catamaran Charter: Bay of IslandsPrivate luxury sailing catamaran charter in the Bay of Islands for up to 20 guests. Take the wheel, paddleboard to secluded coves, snorkel the coastline.
- 9 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 6h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Snorkeling in Bay of Islands, Paihia: 65-foot yacht with lunchSnorkel the Bay of Islands aboard a 65-foot ocean sailing yacht with masks, lunch, morning snacks and a crew that sails the Pacific.
- 7 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 10:00
Bay of Islands Private Sailing Charter: Catamaran for up to 19Sail the Bay of Islands aboard a private catamaran for your group, anchoring at remote islands and secluded bays with paddleboarding and snorkeling.
- 4 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 09:30
Bay of Islands private tour: Waterfalls, wine, chocolatePrivate Bay of Islands tour from Paihia with Rainbow Falls, Stone Store entry, wine tasting and chocolate factory visit in a luxury vehicle.
- 3 reviews
- 4.33★
- Duration
- 4h–5h
- Every day
- 09:00
Paihia Airport Transfers: Shared or Private ShuttleAirport pickups and hotel transfers throughout Paihia, Russell and Kerikeri in an air-conditioned vehicle that seats up to nine passengers.
- 2 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 30m–1h
- start times · Every day
- 18
Bay of Islands Kiwi Bird Sighting Tour from Paihia MorningSpot kiwi birds in their natural habitat, visit Whangarei Falls and the Heritage Museum on this five-hour Paihia tour with water, entrance fees and air-conditioned transport.
- 2 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 5h
Cape Reinga & 90 Mile Beach tour from Paihia: Lighthouse walkFull-day guided tour from Paihia to Cape Reinga, 90 Mile Beach and Te Paki sand dunes with lunch stop and air-conditioned transport for groups up to 11.
- 35 reviews
- 4.63★
- Duration
- 11h
- Every day
- 07:30
Paihia at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05
- Most booked: Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Snorkel, NZ$ 180 (4h 30m, 4.91★ · 867).
- Top rated: Paihia Bay of Islands: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise & Island Snorkel, NZ$ 245 (6h, 4.96★ · 321).
- Best value: Bay of Islands Overnight Cruise Paihia: Snorkeling & Kayaking, NZ$ 398 (22h, 4.88★ · 461).
Of the 31 experiences: 27 with free cancellation, 20 with instant confirmation, 7 with hotel pickup and 15 bookable last-minute.