What to do in Whangarei District

Activities, attractions and tours

A calm lake with clear water, a sandy beach, and a forested hill in the background.
A beach with a calm sea, a reflective water surface, and a distant island.
A marina at sunset with boats docked and a reflection on the water.
A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.
A forest with tall trees and a large rock formation.

Activities

Paihia/Russell: Hole in the Rock & Bay of Islands Cruise

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

AU$119
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

AU$156
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch
Shore Excursion: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover

Shore Excursion: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover

AU$139
per adult
Shore Excursion: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover
Russell: 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Coach & Long Beach

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

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Russell: 1-Hour Sightseeing Tour by Coach & Long Beach
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

AU$161
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

AU$140
per adult
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop
Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

AU$90
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bay of Islands Scenic Tour
Bay of Islands: 4.5 Hour Day Cruise and Island Getaway Tour

Bay of Islands: 4.5 Hour Day Cruise and Island Getaway Tour

AU$139
per adult
Bay of Islands: 4.5 Hour Day Cruise and Island Getaway Tour
New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

AU$37
per adult
New Zealand: Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour
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From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour

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

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$120 per adult
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History & culture

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Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 117 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$141 per adult
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Water activities

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

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

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$120 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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

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

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$120 per adult
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What to do in Whangarei District

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A marina with several sailboats docked, a small bridge, and a restaurant named "Nevo's Restaurant & Bar" with a red roof.

Town Basin Marina

9.2/10 (360 reviews)
Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.
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Day trip destinations from Whangarei District

A pier with a small information kiosk, boats docked, and a clear blue sky.

Russell

A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and lush green hills.

Tutukaka

A waterfront with boats docked, a pier with a red-roofed building, and greenery along the shore.

Whangarei

A beach with footprints, a rainbow, and mountains in the background.

Mangawhai

A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, a grassy foreground, and a small tree.

Rawhiti

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shores, and lush green hills in the background.

Matapouri

A beach with waves, a seagull, and mountains in the background.

Ruakaka

A calm lake with several sailboats, surrounded by lush green hills and a distant castle.

Parua Bay