Our Bay of Islands Nature Cruise starts with a Cruise along our local coastline & up a meandering river that in days gone by sailing ships used to load up Kauri Logs, we explore these calm waters while getting to know our local area’s history, culture & learn about the ecology of the area. We cruise through mangrove forests & under colonies of seabirds that nest on trees hanging over the river.
Guests now transfer to Paddleboards & are taught how to paddleboard by our experienced Paddleboard Instructors in calm waters. After completing our training, the more adventurous have the opportunity to take a photo standing face to face with a roaring waterfall or paddling in foaming white water!
Local
Eat and Drink
- Amazing Thai at Bay of Islands - Paihia (1.1 miles) - Fabulous Thai restaurant in the Bay of Islands offering delicious food catering to all tastebuds, Th...
- Ala Moana Motel - Paihia (1.2 miles) - We are the best located motel on the main Paihia waterfront. We are surrounded by an abundance of hi...
- Alfrescos Restaurant and Bar - Paihia (1.5 miles) - Alfresco's Restaurant & Bar is a family run business located on the waterfront in Paihia in the ...
- Nikau Restaurant & Lounge Bar - Paihia (1.5 miles) - The Nikau Restaurant within Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands offers casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere...
- The Gables Restaurant - Russell (2.6 miles) - New Zealand’s oldest operating Restaurant, The Gables offers fine food and wine in a stunning wate...
See and Do
- Bay of islands Paddleboarding Northland (0.0 miles) - Our Bay of Islands Nature Cruise starts with a Cruise along our local coastline & up a meandering ri...
- Coastal kayakers Paihia (0.2 miles) - Coastal Kayakers offer a wide range of guided Kayak tours in the beautiful Bay of Islands and up the...
- Coastal Kayakers Paihia (0.2 miles) - Since 1988 Coastal Kayakers has been offering guided tours of the historic Waitangi River, Haruru Fa...
- Action World Paihia (0.8 miles) - There is no other place like this on earth! Literally! Freddy and Carol Osler (former World Champion...
- Thunder Trike Tours Paihia (1.0 miles) - Have awesome thrills on a 350 V8 Chev Trike on a 30-minute or 60 minute tour from Paihia. Experience ...
Shopping
- The Old Packhouse Market - Kerikeri (8.1 miles) - Kerikeri's popular indoor/outdoor market is open every Saturday rain or shine and showcases Nort...