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Bay of Islands

The Bay of Islands is a subtropical micro-region known for its stunning beauty & history. For those that love beaches and water activities, it's paradise. A three-hour drive or 35 minute flight north of Auckland, the Bay of Islands encompasses 144 islands between Cape Brett and the Purerua Peninsula and includes the boutique towns of Opua, Paihia, Russell and Kerikeri.

We can offer excellent trips by sea or air to spectacular Cape Brett and the ‘Hole in the Rock’ on Piercy Island. A passenger ferry service runs between Paihia and Russell, while a vehicle ferry provides a link between Opua and Russell. On land, enjoy beautiful river and seaside walking tracks or encounter the mighty Kauri Tree in pristine subtropical rainforest.

Embark on a voyage of discovery and enjoy the beauty of this area when you join a daily cruise, charter a yacht or hire a sea kayak. Once you’re around Tapeka Point - just north of Russell - you’ll enter a maritime adventure playground with an abundance of wildlife including penguins, dolphins, marlin, whales, gannets and more. 

Bay of Islands attractions

Paihia

Kerikeri

Russell 

Cape Reinga

90 Mile Beach

 

Bay of Islands Experiences

Bay of Island Experiences

Bay of Island Experiences

Bay of Islands holidays

New Zealand holidays including the Bay of Islands

Celebrity New Zealand Cruise

  • Sydney
  • Milford Sound
  • Dunedin
  • Wellington
  • Christchurch
  • Napier
  • Picton
  • Amazing Celebrity Cruise
  • Cosmopolitan Sydney
  • Blue Mountains
  • New Zealand Fijords

14 Nights from £4905pp

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New Zealand’s Islands, Geysers & Glaciers

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • Rotorua
  • Napier
  • Wellington
  • Marlborough Sounds
  • Kaikoura
  • Christchurch
  • Franz Josef
  • Wanaka
  • Queenstown
  • Hibiscus Coast
  • Maori cultural experience
  • Wellington cable car
  • Cruise Milford Sound

21 Nights from £5475pp

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Northern Spotlight Escorted Tour

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • Rotorua
  • Wellington
  • Experience the glowworms at Waitomo Caves
  • Explore the Bay of Islands and the famous Hole in the Rock on a cruise
  • Visit Te Papa - New Zealand's national museum
  • Regional Dining Experience - Hangi (food cooked underground) at the Tamaki Maori Village.

7 Nights from £2202pp

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North Island’s Natural Wonders

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • The Coromandel
  • Rotorua
  • Taupo
  • Napier
  • Wellington
  • New Plymouth
  • Hamilton
  • Lake Taupo
  • Rotorua’s geothermal parks
  • Bay of Islands, home to 144 islands
  • Waitomo’s Glow-worm caves

14 Nights from £3675pp

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North Island's Lodges Fly Drive Holiday

  • Auckland
  • New Plymouth
  • Napier
  • Taupo
  • Rotorua
  • Visit Lake Taupo
  • Visit Tongariro National Park
  • See spectacular geysers in Rotorua

15 Nights from £3850pp

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Explore the North Island a Small Group Tour

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • The Coromandel
  • Rotorua
  • Napier
  • Wellington
  • Small Group Escourted Tour
  • Visit Geothermal Pools & geysers in Rotorua
  • Experience Maori culture with a cultural performance and fest
  • Travel on Wellington’s famous Cable Car

10 Nights from £6675pp

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Indian Pacific and Celebrity Cruise

  • Perth
  • Barossa Valley
  • Adelaide
  • Sydney
  • Milford Sound
  • Dunedin
  • Christchurch
  • Rotorua
  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • Travel onboard the spectacular Indian Pacific
  • Visit Rottnest Island home to the Quokka
  • A 12 night New Zealand cruise
  • Explore the sights of Perth and Sydney

24 Nights from £8275pp

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Indian Pacific and Holland America Cruise

  • Perth
  • Barossa Valley
  • Adelaide
  • Sydney
  • Milford Sound
  • Dunedin
  • Christchurch
  • Wellington
  • Rotorua
  • Napier
  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • Travel on the incredible Indian Pacific
  • Enjoy a lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour
  • A spectacular 14-night New Zealand cruise
  • Visit the Pinnacles

26 Nights from £8750pp

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Discover New Zealand a Small Group Tour

  • Auckland
  • Bay of Islands
  • The Coromandel
  • Rotorua
  • Napier
  • Wellington
  • Nelson
  • Abel Tasman
  • Punakaiki
  • Fox Glacier
  • Wanaka
  • Te Anau
  • Queenstown
  • Christchurch
  • Small Group Escourted Tour
  • Visit the spectacular geothermal valley where you will see geysers, mud pools & hot springs
  • Cruise the scenic Milford Sound
  • Learn about Maori culture with a feast and powerful cultural performance

22 Nights from £10325pp

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Bay of Islands Extension

  • Bay of Islands
  • Visit Scenic Bay of Islands
  • Cruise to "The Hole in the Rock"

3 Nights from Call Us

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Bay of Islands Hotels

Below is a selection of our Bay of Islands hotel's in New Zealand. If you do not see one that you prefer below then please ask your  Stewart Travel Specialist.

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands

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The Sanctuary at Bay of Islands

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Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

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Duke of Marlborough

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Arcadia Lodge

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