Things 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.

Things to do

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

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

RM350
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour
Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands

Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands

RM374
per adult
Glow Worm Caves Express Tour in Bay of Islands
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

RM458
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

RM400
per adult
Shore Excursion: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover
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

RM470
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Paihia
Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves Guided Tour in Bay of Islands

Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves Guided Tour in Bay of Islands

RM374
per adult
Kawiti Family Glowworm Caves Guided Tour in Bay of Islands
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop

RM410
per adult
Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop
Bay of Islands: 4.5 Hour Day Cruise and Island Getaway Tour

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

RM400
per adult
Bay of Islands: 4.5 Hour Day Cruise and Island Getaway Tour
Haruru Waterfalls

Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion

RM591
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bay of Islands Glow Worm Caves & Scenic Shore Excursion
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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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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 wooden pier extending into turquoise water, surrounded by a mountainous landscape.

Whangarei Heads