3-Day Auckland to Paihia Return Tour

3-Day Auckland to Paihia Return Tour

This 3-day small group tour offers an adventurous insight into the upper North Island's truly beautiful sub-tropical region. Departing and returning to Auckland, you'll experience the best of the far north over 3 fun filled days. Visit the northernmost point of New Zealand where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean. Try sand boarding down rolling dunes, see giant native kauri trees and take a boat cruise in the Bay of Islands to see the famous Hole in the Rock. Please note this is a winter only tour, see our 3 day Bay of Islands Tour for the summer version!

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia

Start your trip with an early departure from Auckland, heading north to the stunning Bay of Islands. On the way you’ll learn about the rich early European and Maori history of the region. After stopping to see some giant Kauri trees en-route, we continue on to Paihia, where you have the afternoon free to explore this charming seaside town.

Accommodation: Hostel near the beach.

Activities included: Tree hugging giant Kauri trees at Parry Kauri Forest.

Day 2: Paihia to Cape Reinga and back.

Today you travel to the northernmost point of the country, the spiritually significant Cape Reinga. Highlights of this day trip include a visit to 90 Mile Beach, dune surfing and seeing the clashing of two oceans! You have the option to sample some of the best fish and chips available on your way back to Paihia (own expense). Make sure you pack a lunch, snacks and enough water to fuel you through the day.

Accommodation: Hostel near the beach.

Activities included: Cape Reinga day trip, sand dune surfing.

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland

This morning we get out on the water on the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ cruise. Keep a watchful eye out for playful dolphins and other marine life that are often spotted in this region. We depart in the afternoon to head back to Auckland.

Activities included: Hole in the Rock marine cruise.