Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northland March 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Northland ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northland Types of activities Where to stay [Northland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northland.dx181328) ![Bay of Islands showing a lake or waterhole and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024124/f4304e96-b063-4670-bfda-a1d66bca18e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9659/9c292aae-c816-4534-9ec1-8b2240625d55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Botanica & Cafler Park showing forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967277/a959fcbb-67ec-47a6-a98e-4a263334ba30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northland featuring landscape views and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181328/66fa5d67-226b-4241-9ed5-9d3b107626ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northland which includes tranquil scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181328/1e7ba2e7-d2e1-452c-a6fd-7aad5bbe6f14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - 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Snorkel, Hike,Swim,Wildlife 4h 30m 9.8/10 87 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $136 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-hole-in-the-rock-cruise-island-stopover.a44735177.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Paihia: Glass Bottom Boat Tour to the Hole in the Rock](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48106255/0fa7fed6-e29f-480c-bd27-37e91b35cc24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paihia: Glass Bottom Boat Tour to the Hole in the Rock 2h 30m 9.8/10 56 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/paihia-glass-bottom-boat-tour-to-the-hole-in-the-rock.a48106255.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Bay of Islands Scenic Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48942978/e939acd8-3526-495b-8ec8-4d6f15f84322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Islands Scenic Tour 3h 30m 9.8/10 34 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-scenic-tour.a48942978.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/726562/6e6c2289-d36d-4178-82c8-dc9fc4897009.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch 4h 30m 9.2/10 101 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-bay-of-islands-discovery-tour-from-paihia.a726562.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Pai...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/726566/e3466fe5-1d40-405a-ab20-0e876ad16838.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Far North New Zealand Tour Including 90 Mile Beach and Cape Reinga from Pai... 11h 9.6/10 102 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $157 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/far-north-new-zealand-tour-including-90-mile-beach-and-cape-reinga-from-paihia.a726566.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44489700/27a99c62-3b78-4fd2-ba6d-04e5d62a3fc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hole in the Rock Scenic Cruise including Dolphins and Island stop 4h 30m 9/10 95 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $137 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hole-in-the-rock-scenic-cruise-tour-island-stopover-dolphins.a44489700.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Shore Excursion: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50883134/ade7c292-5ab4-4d7c-b01c-fc8c3a305f52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shore Excursion: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island stopover 4h 30m Free cancellation available CA $136 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shore-excursion-hole-in-the-rock-cruise-with-island-stopover.a50883134.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4754852/6b3f184b-d3f8-4880-b44d-9e9008410d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover 3h 10/10 119 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-small-group-afternoon-cruise-island-tour.a4754852.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48137548/0002adaa-7a88-4069-b229-0718c92e3556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Paihia: Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour: 3 Hour 3h 10/10 26 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-paihia-hole-in-the-rock-cruise-island-tour-3-hour.a48137548.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Hole in the Rock Tour & Bay of Islands Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48410498/5e8275dd-5277-4d72-9e9e-cbb19c14272c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hole in the Rock Tour & Bay of Islands Cruise 3h 9.2/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hole-in-the-rock-tour-bay-of-islands-cruise.a48410498.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=181328&location=Northland&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4754852/6b3f184b-d3f8-4880-b44d-9e9008410d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover 3h 10/10 119 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-small-group-afternoon-cruise-island-tour.a4754852.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Thriller Tour - Bay of Islands, 30 mins (min 2)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45279507/762af959-8f1e-4d3a-9d9d-7971cc52b71d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Thriller Tour - Bay of Islands, 30 mins (min 2) 30m Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/thriller-tour-bay-of-islands-30-mins-min-2.a45279507.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Bay Combo Tour - 60 mins (min 2)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45271301/87b30c28-5a50-47ff-af5d-294a12a7ac6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay Combo Tour - 60 mins (min 2) 1h 9.8/10 48 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $189 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-combo-tour-60-mins-min-2.a45271301.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Private Charter: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopovers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47070530/0e79a11e-255a-4677-8dc4-611d3adb859c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Charter: Hole in the Rock Cruise with Island Stopovers 4h 30m CA $6,268 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-charter-bay-of-islands-cruise-island-tour.a47070530.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Scenic Tour - Bay of Islands, 30 mins (min2)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45275075/6f1f3fd5-bd22-4482-98f3-ff2ab611c47f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Tour - Bay of Islands, 30 mins (min2) 30m 9.8/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-tour-bay-of-islands-30-mins-min2.a45275075.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Hobbiton and Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland : PRIVATE TOUR](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52153253/764a7f20-6976-49b1-8de4-6d519a72abd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hobbiton and Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland : PRIVATE TOUR 1d Free cancellation available CA $804 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hobbiton-and-waiotapu-thermal-wonderland-private-tour.a52153253.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Private Catamaran Full Day Sailing Charter | Bay Of Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46609765/bf8da538-52b4-4542-a365-9c7b805783a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Catamaran Full Day Sailing Charter | Bay Of Islands 6h CA $3,375 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-sailing-charter-in-bay-of-islands.a46609765.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in the Bay of Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46392831/c9fa03d6-173b-4d1c-81ef-e6d916ee2f09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in the Bay of Islands 6h 10/10 1 Viator review CA $3,319 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-luxury-boat-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a46392831.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Phantomsailing Private Charters](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45971177/242cfc50-fde2-4432-839d-6988891f1919.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phantomsailing Private Charters 5h Free cancellation available CA $1,567 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/phantomsailing-private-charters.a45971177.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760890/6c825a46-8f67-4a26-abe8-922f984aedc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours 3h 30m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $317 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tu-tika-tours-your-kiwi-cultural-connection.a1760890.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=181328&location=Northland&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4754852/6b3f184b-d3f8-4880-b44d-9e9008410d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover 3h 10/10 119 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-small-group-afternoon-cruise-island-tour.a4754852.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Bay of Islands: Full-Day Tall Ship Sailing Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4853154/2147bea8-fe98-4e41-ab23-e92988cbc3e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Islands: Full-Day Tall Ship Sailing Excursion 5h 9.8/10 54 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-full-day-tall-ship-sailing-excursion.a4853154.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Bay of Islands - Explorer Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50663328/edb4979f-4923-4cd6-a5d4-48f301476839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Islands - Explorer Tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $192 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-explorer-tour.a50663328.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Bay of Islands Craft Beer Brewery Tour and Haruru Falls, Paihia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49468652/f5c0b98b-fda6-4e87-a7a1-237737a80232.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Islands Craft Beer Brewery Tour and Haruru Falls, Paihia 3h Free cancellation available CA $72 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-craft-beer-brewery-tour-and-haruru-falls.a49468652.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Waitangi Treaty Grounds: Combo Pass (Hāngī + Concert + Admission)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46766040/3a4373f8-1832-4ed9-8f0e-5a841e35d9ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waitangi Treaty Grounds: Combo Pass (Hāngī + Concert + Admission) 2d 9.8/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $150 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/waitangi-treaty-grounds-combo-pass-hangi-concert-admission.a46766040.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![The Rock Adventure Day Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4563962/307a42ce-ff75-4e24-8c70-5af8cc0ecb51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Rock Adventure Day Cruise 6h 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $231 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-rock-adventure-day-cruise.a4563962.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4769913/c4e98d5c-e27f-4322-82f2-8392d740c1d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Islands: Awesome Day Sailing Tour with Island Stop 6h 10/10 31 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $141 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-awesome-day-sailing-tour-with-island-stop.a4769913.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in the Bay of Islands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46392831/c9fa03d6-173b-4d1c-81ef-e6d916ee2f09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in the Bay of Islands 6h 10/10 1 Viator review CA $3,319 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-luxury-boat-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a46392831.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Shore Excursion to Historic Kerikeri including Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48276045/43a9b94f-b295-45ac-b85f-c4869d3e752d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shore Excursion to Historic Kerikeri including Lunch 4h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $169 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shore-excursion-to-historic-kerikeri-including-lunch.a48276045.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![From Paihia: The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4785257/d198b6c5-ecd0-4668-ace9-053a075efd32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Paihia: The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise 22h 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $384 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-paihia-the-rock-adventure-overnight-cruise.a4785257.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=181328&location=Northland&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Bay of Islands: Full-Day Tall Ship Sailing Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4853154/2147bea8-fe98-4e41-ab23-e92988cbc3e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bay of Islands: Full-Day Tall Ship Sailing Excursion 5h 9.8/10 54 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-full-day-tall-ship-sailing-excursion.a4853154.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![2 Hour Surf Lesson - Te Arai Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396244/1952bd48-42b1-4c4b-a7cb-f3178137b656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Hour Surf Lesson - Te Arai Beach 2h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-surf-lesson-te-arai-beach.a1396244.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Private 2 Hour Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396175/eeaa18ed-36a1-432f-ab8c-b49731b5f90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 2 Hour Surf Lesson 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $164 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-2-hour-surf-lesson.a1396175.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=181328&location=Northland&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395520/84a995a8-e8f5-4d1d-8060-48e9b7153a06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waitangi Treaty Grounds Admission 2d 9.4/10 43 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/waitangi-treaty-grounds-experience-pass.a1395520.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50972491/430b5d04-9303-4ba9-a97e-1905d92d5930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour 1h Free cancellation available CA $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/milky-way-glowworm-cave-tour.a50972491.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ![Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47184399/ea6f2418-be80-4157-89f9-94a635c1109c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore the legacy of artist, ecologist, architect, visionary 3h Free cancellation available CA $24 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/hundertwasser-art-centre-admission-ticket.a47184399.activity-details?&rid=181328&location=Northland&swp=off) ## What to do in Northland --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northland ![Russell showing tranquil scenes and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024124/27bb6ef8-e4b3-4b52-9a73-efd5eee06810.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay of Islands Swim with dolphins, learn to sail or discover New Zealand’s fascinating history in one of the most beautiful areas in the country. [](https://expedia.ca/Bay-Of-Islands-Northland.d6024124.Vacation-Attraction) ![Paihia Beach which includes a bay or harbour, a coastal town and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111722/c3ecd718-b79f-4af4-98e3-95d00dd39ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paihia Beach Go on fishing charters, swim in the sea and browse shops and restaurants near Paihia’s main beach, the site of an annual swimming event that attracts competitors from around the country. [](https://expedia.ca/Paihia-Beach-Northland.d6111722.Vacation-Attraction) ![Paihia Wharf featuring a coastal town and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291934/0e8b7e76-5fa3-458f-abdf-13940bf16d6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paihia Wharf Dine on fresh seafood in local restaurants, admire stunning oceanfront views and embark on cruises and fishing excursions from this pretty wharf. [](https://expedia.ca/Paihia-Wharf-Paihia.d6291934.Vacation-Attraction) ![Russell Beach showing a sandy beach, a coastal town and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111726/203eb34f-6b5d-4386-b889-ab5552b0ab8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Russell Beach Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Russell-Beach-Russell.d6111726.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cape Reinga Lighthouse showing a lighthouse, views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111778/f4e424ee-9bbb-4174-90f9-0b17135f3c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Reinga Lighthouse Visit this stunning lighthouse at New Zealand’s northern tip and watch the churning currents where two oceans merge. [](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Reinga-Lighthouse-Cape-Reinga.d6111778.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kai Iwi Lakes featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111802/e6a6709b-23f3-4b34-9265-c0bf784a7d14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kai Iwi Lakes Hike through the forest, go kayaking, set up camp on the lakeshore or dip into the clear waters for a swim in this scenic triple-lake nature reserve. [](https://expedia.ca/Kai-Iwi-Lakes-Omamari.d6111802.Vacation-Attraction) ![Karikari Peninsula showing a house and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048484/3e1ef1bc-52c9-40fe-ba89-de32a1215931.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Karikari Peninsula Discover your own white-sand paradise when you explore this magical peninsula, a scenic vacation destination that offers gorgeous coastlines and wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Karikari-Peninsula-Northland.d6048484.Vacation-Attraction) ![Whangarei which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563223482/be6eb1b5-4dab-4aaf-8d22-a062deaf6860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Town Basin Marina Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together. [](https://expedia.ca/Town-Basin-Marina-Whangarei.d553248621563223482.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mangawhai Heads Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111690/be6602d9-6264-4656-82dc-ecf396237805.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mangawhai Heads Beach Part of a scenic natural harbor, this sandy South Pacific beach in New Zealand’s Northland is a wonderful place to relax or get active in the outdoors. [](https://expedia.ca/Mangawhai-Heads-Beach-Northland.d6111690.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Northland ![Mangawhai Heads featuring a small town or village and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344037/2ec8eead-78a6-49dc-804c-25e7651e710c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mangawhai Heads The sun-kissed delights of New Zealand’s Northland come together around this vibrant natural harbor, whether you swim or surf at the Heads or browse the Village. [](https://expedia.ca/Mangawhai-Mangawhai-Heads.dx6344037) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ahipara Travelers like the beaches in Ahipara, and Ninety Mile Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Kaitaia-Ahipara.dx6342386) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### One Tree Point While One Tree Point might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mount Manaia and Reotahi Bay. [](https://expedia.ca/Whangarei-One-Tree-Point.dx553248635926198155) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Glinks Gully Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Zizania Hand Made Papers while you're exploring Glinks Gully and the larger area. [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Kopuru-Glinks-Gully.dx553248635976398420) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Te Wahapu While Te Wahapu might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paihia Beach and Makana Chocolate Boutique. [](https://expedia.ca/Russell-Te-Wahapu.dx553248635976384219) ![When everything is green and the sheep are having their lambs. This is the kind of view you can get just about anywhere in Whangerei, New Zealand. We climbed 1/2 way up and a nice farmer allowed us to walk the rest of the road on his property to this beautiful property. The warmer the weather the warmer the people! #springfun ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6136961/0ab9ddf6-956a-439e-a214-6a658db2a555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whangarei Central If you're spending some time in Whangarei Central, Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Whangarei-Whangarei-Central.dx961361278056730624) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Northland ![Okiato featuring a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052669/618b09cb-ca2b-4d15-ac44-29d3e6525ee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Okiato ![Tane Mahuta which includes forests and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967255/e56f55a6-f7c3-44eb-93c2-062b266710fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Waipoua Forest ![Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Panoramic view of yachts moored off the coast at Opua](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131736/65cc6f2e-caa4-4262-b8f4-ef28847f5c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Opua ![Cable Bay showing a beach and general coastal views as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134454/247d5846-8ed5-4d4c-837a-191ca35f28da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cable Bay ![Rocky and sandy headland, hokianga harbour, Northland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6135254/ba3eeabe-dbc4-4949-b5f1-0bbbd3444013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Merita ![Town Basin Marina showing a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563223482/a9c485e1-dc1f-4d30-83ba-01a62effe5b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Whangarei ![Kai Iwi Lakes showing a bay or harbour and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111802/8c706d3e-7075-4329-8f54-6ebd9b6fe9eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Omamari ![Cape Reinga featuring landscape views and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352989/712d16c7-7d6c-4036-b10b-4955d6c9d2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cape Reinga ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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