Northland, Family Activities

The Honey Shop

We stock a full range of honey products at reasonable prices including skincare, toys, beeswax candles, beekeeping equipment, and of course a delicious range of honey, including active Manuka honey and comb honey straight from the hive. New Zealand's biggest hive! Walk right inside to see the honeybees hard at work.  You can also try the FULL HIVE EXPERIENCE! Get up close and personal with a frame of bees. Bookings essential and weather permitting.

Our region is the home of Ngapuhi, the the largest Iwi in New Zealand, with over 500 years of continuous occupancy.
It was one of the centres of Kauri logging & Kauri gum digging so we have collections of Maori Taonga, Engines, Tractors, Kauri Gum, Vehicles, Logging and Saw milling equipment, Vintage buildings, and much more.
Every tour paying visitor gets a personal conducted tour focussing on their interests. Duration: Up to a maximum of one hour
under 5 years free

Fullers Great Sights Bay of Islands offers the most extensive range of Bay of Islands cruises. See all the top Bay of Islands attractions, like the famous Hole in the Rock, beautiful Urupukapuka Island and the Cape Brett Peninsula as well as dolphins, whales and other marine life. Go swimming with dolphins, sail on the tall ship R. Tucker Thompson or experience an Island Adventure. Cruises depart daily from Paihia and Russell.

With a maximum of 20 guests on board, we specialise in providing a personalised and interactive tour through the Bay of Islands. Our custom designed boat enables us to take you to the most secluded and unfrequented beaches allowing you to step straight from boat to beach without getting your feet wet! The vessel can be either fully enclosed or opened up to accommodate any weather conditions. With activities suitable for all ages, we provide our guests with an experience like no other! Free snorkeling gear and stand-up paddle boards are provided to use throughout the day, two island stopovers, complimentary morning tea and informative commentary. This is the one and only… ISLAND GETAWAY.

Waipu Horse Adventures offers a unique opportunity to experience the Bream Bay and Waipu coastline on horseback. Our super team of horses are fully trained to offer you a wonderful experience.
Our ride takes you along the beach and around the popular horse trails along Uretiti Beach.
Small cosy groups of up to 5 people with a friendly guide experienced in dealing with novice riders.
Rides are for 1 hour.
All levels are caterd for although we expect consideration to be given to others of a lesser ability.

Discover the Far North on our purpose-built off road vehicle. Visit gumdiggers park, Cape Reinga, drive along 90 Mile Beach, boogie board down massive sand dunes and more! Fascinating commentary,drive along the sand on Ninety Mile Beach, climb the giant sand dunes and boogie board back down. Visit Cape Reinga then the ‘world famous' Mangonui Fish shop for the freshest fish and chips (included in the price).

Giant weta, tuatara, birds, dolphins, sting rays and fish and more fish! They offer snorkeling, kayaking, sightseeing and diving. The minimum age for children to dive is 10 years old, (subject to any medical conditions). No minimum age for children’s snorkeling but they must be supervised. Kids’ size wetsuits available. They provide a buffet lunch and free transport from Whangarei.

The Rock is New Zealand's biggest house boat, she is purpose built and offers a warm, homely, stable environment for cruising the Bay of Islands. With a capacity of 36, the Rock is suitable for travellers of all ages who enjoy great company, new experiences, and who don't mind getting their feet wet.  Our overnight cruise allows guests to encounter everything the Bay has to offer and reflects the adventurous Kiwi spirit. The Rock features a spacious and open downstairs living area that includes a bar, dining area, lounge, pool table, piano and open fire.  Outside has an open deck that is the ideal platform for the onboard activities. Upstairs all cabins have sea views and doors that open onto observation decks perfect for viewing the scenery and wildlife. Includes fun activities like target shooting, dusk fishing, night kayaking, snorkeling, island exploring and more.

Located in Opua Marina at the start of the Twin Coast Cycle Trail, Bay of Islands Mountain & Ebike hire have a range of bikes to suit all ages and fitness levels.
Located 750 metres from the start of the Twin Coast Trail, we aim to help our customers enjoy all the trail has to offer.
All bikes are $85 per day or $55 for a half day (4 hours)
Each hire includes: Helmet, high viz vest, maps and tuition
We also offer shuttle transport to and from any point on the Twin Coast Trail accessible by road

Cruise and discover the very best of the Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area that is soaked in rich culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings. Your cruise includes:
•Crusing among the 144 islands with skipper's commentary
•A visit to the iconic ‘Hole in the Rock' and when conditions permit travel through it
•Viewing dolphins on over 90% of our trips, we are the only ‘Hole in the Rock' trip with a lifetime dolphin viewing guarantee.
•Island stop at Otehei Bay on the Department of Conservation's Urupukapuka Island Other tours and combos available, including riding on the dunes, swimming with dolphins and racing on sailing yachts. 

Discover dolphins in their world. Cruise the sparkling waters of the Bay of Islands and spot these playful mammals leaping and dancing over waves. Take the plunge and join them for an unforgettable encounter…suitable for all ages.

Whangarei guided tours, abseiling, walking tours, bike tours, waka ama tours (outrigger canoe), kayak hire and whangarei harbour water sports.