Main Activities & Attractions in
the Bay of Islands
On the Water
Dolphins tours - view dolphins year round, conditions
permitting you can also swim with them. May also encounter whales, orcas, and penguins. Diving - come and explore the great diving around the Bay of Islands. Dive the famous Rainbow Warrior wreck, one the the countries most popular dive sites. Fishing - the Bay of Islands is one of the best fishing
destinations in New Zealand.
On Land
Wine Tours - visit some of the regions wineries. Waitangi Treaty Grounds - includes the historic Treaty
House where the founding document of New Zealand, the Treaty of Waitangi
was signed. Russell - charming historic town which was the first capital
of New Zealand. Visit Flagstaff Hill to get great views of the Bay of Islands
and to visit the location where Hone Heke cut down the flagpole four times
in a show of defiance against the British. Haruru Falls - beautiful falls offer good swimming and
kayaking.
Main Activities & Attractions in
the Bay of Islands
