Bay of Islands and Far North Backpackers

Waitangi photo by Ben Crawford

The Bay of Islands is a world renowned tourist destination, made up the townships of  Paihia, Waitangi, Russell and Kerikeri.

Paihia is base to some of the world’s best deep sea fishing charter boats as well as many other sea-borne activities offering experiences ranging from a leisurely sail, to tearing around the Bay of Islands in a jet boat.

Waitangi is where, in 1840, NZ’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.
A visit to Paihia is not complete without adding a visit to the magnificent Waitangi Treaty House and grounds which offer spectacular views over the bay.

Russell is one of the oldest towns in New Zealand and apart from being New Zealands first capital city, was also once host to whaling ship crews who indulged in the many (now closed!) brothels and drinking establishments that sprang up during the 1800’s.

Kerikeri is a horticultural hub with extensive orchards, with plenty of roadside stalls so you can experience some of the growers produce.
A visit to Kerikeri would not be complete without a visit to The Old Stonehouse down by the river.
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Northland Camping

Northland

Taupo Bay photo by Bob McCree

The Bay of Islands is a world renowned tourist destination, made up the townships of  Paihia, Waitangi, Russell and Kerikeri.

Paihia is base to some of the world’s best deep sea fishing charter boats as well as many other sea-borne activities offering experiences ranging from a leisurely sail, to tearing around the Bay of Islands in a jet boat.

Waitangi is where, in 1840, NZ’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.
A visit to Paihia is not complete without adding a visit to the magnificent Waitangi Treaty House and grounds which offer spectacular views over the bay.

Russell is one of the oldest towns in New Zealand and apart from being New Zealands first capital city, was also once host to whaling ship crews who indulged in the many (now closed!) brothels and drinking establishments that sprang up during the 1800’s.

Kerikeri is a horticultural hub with extensive orchards, with plenty of roadside stalls so you can experience some of the growers produce.
A visit to Kerikeri would not be complete without a visit to The Old Stonehouse down by the river.
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Bay of Islands and Far North Activities

Cape Reinga photo by Ben Crawford

Northland extends from Auckland, to Cape Reinga and its relaxed, sunny lifestyle stems from a subtropical climate and the myriad of unspoilt islands, bays and beaches around the coastline.
Northland also provides many activities from high energy adventure to relaxing in the sunshine on a beautiful white sand beach.
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Northland Tours

Northland

Cape Reinga Lighthouse photo by Ben Crawford

Bus and Coach tours, Sightseeing Tours, Adventure tours and other organised trips to sights and activities around the area.

The Bay of Islands is a world renowned tourist destination, made up the townships of  Paihia, Waitangi, Russell and Kerikeri.

Paihia is base to some of the world’s best deep sea fishing charter boats as well as many other sea-borne activities offering experiences ranging from a leisurely sail, to tearing around the Bay of Islands in a jet boat.

Waitangi is where, in 1840, NZ’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.
A visit to Paihia is not complete without adding a visit to the magnificent Waitangi Treaty House and grounds which offer spectacular views over the bay.

Russell is one of the oldest towns in New Zealand and apart from being New Zealands first capital city, was also once host to whaling ship crews who indulged in the many (now closed!) brothels and drinking establishments that sprang up during the 1800’s.

Kerikeri is a horticultural hub with extensive orchards, with plenty of roadside stalls so you can experience some of the growers produce.
A visit to Kerikeri would not be complete without a visit to The Old Stonehouse down by the river.
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Northland

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The Bay of Islands is a world renowned tourist destination, made up the townships of  Paihia, Waitangi, Russell and Kerikeri.

Paihia is base to some of the world’s best deep sea fishing charter boats as well as many other sea-borne activities offering experiences ranging from a leisurely sail, to tearing around the Bay of Islands in a jet boat.

Waitangi is where, in 1840, NZ’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.
A visit to Paihia is not complete without adding a visit to the magnificent Waitangi Treaty House and grounds which offer spectacular views over the bay.

As Paihia Beach is sheltered within the Bay of Islands harbour, it has both fine sand areas and rocky areas. Being within the harbour, the waves are very small, more like those found on a lake rather than an ocean beach.

The Bay of Islands offer shimmering, blue-green, safe waters on any of its many island beaches.

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Orewa Hostel

Auckland

Orewa is around 30 minutes north of Central Auckland and has a great white sand beach with just small waves as it is within the Hauraki gulf.

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Auckland North Shore Backpackers

Auckland

Backpacker accommodation on Aucklands North shore and North of Auckland at Orewa and Hatfields Beach.

Auckland City, home to nearly one third of New Zealand’s entire population, is nestled between two beautiful harbours, the Waitemata, on the Pacific and the Manukau on the Tasman Sea.

Auckland has 48 volcanoes, 50 offshore islands, 30,000ha of native bush, and kilometres of beautiful coast.

Auckland has much to offer to traveler; with amazing geography, its warm, humid climate it has inspired a lifestyle that’s regularly ranked in the world’s top ten.

When you tire of exploring the city centre, in a short time you can be cruising to Waiheke Island to visit great vineyards, eateries and art, or one of the many other islands in the Gulf. Trekking through the Waitakere rainforest in the city’s west.
Picnicking on a volcano overlooking the city.
Lazing on one of the North Shores beaches.
Surfing or walking along the black sands of the wild west coast at Piha or Muriwai.
Sampling wines at a vineyard or enjoying a relaxing meal at one of the hundreds of cafes and restaurants the city has on offer.

Auckland has everything you need to keep you interested, from climbing the harbour bridge and bungying off it!
Sail on one of the America’s Cup yachts.
An indoor ski field, underwater aquarium, casino, harbour cruises, a vibrant night life and café culture, and so much more, you’ll never tire of the country’s largest city.
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Auckland Camping Grounds

Auckland

Auckland provides a good range of camping grounds to park the camper van or pitch the tent.

Auckland City, home to nearly one third of New Zealand’s entire population, is nestled between two beautiful harbours, the Waitemata, on the Pacific and the Manukau on the Tasman Sea.

Auckland has 48 volcanoes, 50 offshore islands, 30,000ha of native bush, and kilometres of beautiful coast.

Auckland has much to offer to traveler; with amazing geography, its warm, humid climate it has inspired a lifestyle that’s regularly ranked in the world’s top ten.

When you tire of exploring the city centre, in a short time you can be cruising to Waiheke Island to visit great vineyards, eateries and art, or one of the many other islands in the Gulf. Trekking through the Waitakere rainforest in the city’s west.
Picnicking on a volcano overlooking the city.
Lazing on one of the North Shores beaches.
Surfing or walking along the black sands of the wild west coast at Piha or Muriwai.
Sampling wines at a vineyard or enjoying a relaxing meal at one of the hundreds of cafes and restaurants the city has on offer.

Auckland has everything you need to keep you interested, from climbing the harbour bridge and bungying off it!
Sail on one of the America’s Cup yachts.
An indoor ski field, underwater aquarium, casino, harbour cruises, a vibrant night life and café culture, and so much more, you’ll never tire of the country’s largest city.
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Adventure Activities

Auckland

Auckland provides a wide range of high energy and low energy activities, from Bungy Jumping or Skydiving, to relaxing in the sunshine on a calm harbour beach.

Auckland City, home to nearly one third of New Zealand’s entire population, is nestled between two beautiful harbours, the Waitemata, on the Pacific and the Manukau on the Tasman Sea.

Auckland has 48 volcanoes, 50 offshore islands, 30,000ha of native bush, and kilometres of beautiful coast.

Auckland has much to offer to traveler; with amazing geography, its warm, humid climate it has inspired a lifestyle that’s regularly ranked in the world’s top ten.

When you tire of exploring the city centre, in a short time you can be cruising to Waiheke Island to visit great vineyards, eateries and art, or one of the many other islands in the Gulf. Trekking through the Waitakere rainforest in the city’s west.
Picnicking on a volcano overlooking the city.
Lazing on one of the North Shores beaches.
Surfing or walking along the black sands of the wild west coast at Piha or Muriwai.
Sampling wines at a vineyard or enjoying a relaxing meal at one of the hundreds of cafes and restaurants the city has on offer.

Auckland has everything you need to keep you interested, from climbing the harbour bridge and bungying off it!
Sail on one of the America’s Cup yachts.
An indoor ski field, underwater aquarium, casino, harbour cruises, a vibrant night life and café culture, and so much more, you’ll never tire of the country’s largest city.

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Auckland Tours

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Auckland

Bus and Coach tours, Sightseeing Tours, Adventure tours and other organised trips to sights and activities around the area.

Auckland provides a wide range of high energy and low energy activities, from Bungy Jumping or Skydiving, to relaxing in the sunshine on a calm harbour beach.

Select the style of activity you enjoy from a wide variety of organised tours below:

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Auckland

With 28 beaches, Auckland makes it easy to find somewhere to enjoy the seaside. The best part is they are all free!
Take a walk along the foreshore from the CBD to Mission Bay, Kohimarama and St Heliers. They all have sheltered safe swimming beaches with spectacular views onto the Hauraki Gulf. Hire a kayak, windsurfer or stop for a coffee in one of a number of cafes along the waterfront.
The North Shore offers safe, sandy, sheltered beaches for you to enjoy swimming, exploring or relaxing on. There are plenty of cafes and shops if swimming or walking along the beaches becomes too much.
The black sanded West Coast is a mecca for surfers, with Piha and Muriwai being the most popular for catching a great wave. With its rugged natural beauty it is also a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers alike.

Auckland has a string of harbour beaches on its Eastern shores.

There are harbour beaches on the southern side of the bridge, such as St Heliers and Mission Bay, and further south Bucklands Beach.

On the North Shore as string of beaches provide safe swimming and boating from Narrowneck Beach, to Takapuna beach, Milford Beach, Castor bay, Campbells Bay, Mairangi Bay, Murrays Bay, Rothesay Bay, Browns Bay, Torbay and Long Bay.
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Auckland

Located on Auckland’s North Shore, Takapuna Beach is one of Auckland’s gems. Looking out across the water to Rangitoto (Auckland’s largest volcanic island) and other Hauraki Gulf islands, it is the perfect place to take a stroll, indulge in a spot of sunbathing or swimming at this safe beach, enjoy a picnic or dine at one of Takapuna’s numerous cafes or restaurants. There is also a coastal walkway, where you can discover one of the many other beaches along the coastline.

Auckland has a string of harbour beaches on its Eastern shores.

There are harbour beaches on the southern side of the bridge, such as St Heliers and Mission Bay, and further south Bucklands Beach.

On the North Shore as string of beaches provide safe swimming and boating from Narrowneck Beach, to Takapuna beach, Milford Beach, Castor bay, Campbells Bay, Mairangi Bay, Murrays Bay, Rothesay Bay, Browns Bay, Torbay and Long Bay.

Take a stroll or a swim on Takapuna Beach
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Takapuna Beach Holiday Park – 22 The Promenade, Auckland

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Auckland West Backpackers

Auckland

Backpacker accommodation in the West of Auckland at Muriwai and Piha Beaches.

Auckland City, home to nearly one third of New Zealand’s entire population, is nestled between two beautiful harbours, the Waitemata, on the Pacific and the Manukau on the Tasman Sea.

Auckland has 48 volcanoes, 50 offshore islands, 30,000ha of native bush, and kilometres of beautiful coast.

Auckland has much to offer to traveler; with amazing geography, its warm, humid climate it has inspired a lifestyle that’s regularly ranked in the world’s top ten.

When you tire of exploring the city centre, in a short time you can be cruising to Waiheke Island to visit great vineyards, eateries and art, or one of the many other islands in the Gulf. Trekking through the Waitakere rainforest in the city’s west.
Picnicking on a volcano overlooking the city.
Lazing on one of the North Shores beaches.
Surfing or walking along the black sands of the wild west coast at Piha or Muriwai.
Sampling wines at a vineyard or enjoying a relaxing meal at one of the hundreds of cafes and restaurants the city has on offer.

Auckland has everything you need to keep you interested, from climbing the harbour bridge and bungying off it!
Sail on one of the America’s Cup yachts.
An indoor ski field, underwater aquarium, casino, harbour cruises, a vibrant night life and café culture, and so much more, you’ll never tire of the country’s largest city.

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Another of Aucklands  popular West Coast Surf Beach- approx 25 min from the CBD.

On the black sanded, wild West Coast is the popular Bethell’s Beach, only 30 Kilometres from Auckland’s CBD.
Surfers are attracted by its great waves, and activities such as parasailing and hang gliding are also popular, along with fishing from the rocks, surf casting, swimming, sunbathing and bush walks. The beach can attract quite large crowds (well, large by NZ standards!), both local and international, during the summer months to this beautiful area, but you’re sure to find a secluded spot if needed!

The Beach is on the Western side of New Zealands North Island so is exposed to big surf waves from all the way across the Tasman sea to Australia.

This gives the beach fine soft sand, and strong surf waves. This can make the surf dangerous with rip currents dragging the unwary along the coast, or even out to sea.

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Piha Beach Another of Aucklands popular West Coast Surf Beach- approx 25 min from the CBD.

The Beach is on the Western side of New Zealands North Island so is exposed to big surf waves from all the way across the Tasman sea to Australia.

This gives the beach fine soft sand, and strong surf waves. This can make the surf dangerous with rip currents dragging the unwary along the coast, or even out to sea.

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Auckland Harbour Island Backpackers

Auckland

Backpacker hostels and accommodation on the Islands in Auckland Hauraki Gulf Harbour.

Auckland City, home to nearly one third of New Zealand’s entire population, is nestled between two beautiful harbours, the Waitemata, on the Pacific and the Manukau on the Tasman Sea.

Auckland has 48 volcanoes, 50 offshore islands, 30,000ha of native bush, and kilometres of beautiful coast.

Auckland has much to offer to traveler; with amazing geography, its warm, humid climate it has inspired a lifestyle that’s regularly ranked in the world’s top ten.

When you tire of exploring the city centre, in a short time you can be cruising to Waiheke Island to visit great vineyards, eateries and art, or one of the many other islands in the Gulf.

Auckland has everything you need to keep you interested, from climbing the harbour bridge and bungying off it!
Sail on one of the America’s Cup yachts.
An indoor ski field, underwater aquarium, casino, harbour cruises, a vibrant night life and café culture, and so much more, you’ll never tire of the country’s largest city.
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Auckland

Climb to the top of Mount Eden in the Center of Auckland for a Spectacular View Of Auckland CBD and surrounds

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The Auckland CBD Youth Hostel is right in the heart of the action in Auckland.
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