Title: Visit Urupukapuka Island: Best of Urupukapuka Island Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Urupukapuka Island](https://expedia.ca/Urupukapuka-Island-Hotels.d6111735.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Urupukapuka Island](https://expedia.ca/Urupukapuka-Island-Vacation-Rentals.d6111735.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Urupukapuka Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Urupukapuka-Island.d6111735.Car-Rental-Guide)[Urupukapuka Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Urupukapuka-Island.d6111735.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Urupukapuka Island ## Travel Guide ![Russell which includes a beach and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179913-Urupukapuka-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Urupukapuka Island](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/178000/178987-Northlands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell which includes tranquil scenes, rocky coastline and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179911-Urupukapuka-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell which includes a bay or harbour, forests and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179254-Bay-Of-Islands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell featuring sailing and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179253-Bay-Of-Islands.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Urupukapuka Island #### With golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and abundant reef life, this beautiful island is perfect for camping, hiking, snorkelling and kayaking. The largest island in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, Urupukapuka Island is bliss for active travellers, with sea kayaking, camping and outdoor activities aplenty. Hike around this secluded island for outstanding views of the coastline and Pacific Ocean and book a dolphin-watching charter to get out onto the sea. The island is a place of exceeding natural beauty and tranquillity. Explore a stunning pohutukawa forest and vast kikuyu grasslands. Look for a large wetland habitat, fascinating archaeological sites and the island’s major bays: Entico, Otehei and Urupukapuka. Launch a sea kayak or paddleboard from Otehei Bay and explore this beautiful island by water. Rent snorkel equipment and dive below the surface to witness the bay’s extensive reef life. Otehei Bay is home to an open-air restaurant where visitors can dine in a peaceful outdoor setting. Follow the Urupukapuka Island Walk around the outer edge of the island and take in great views of the bays and jagged coastline. The walk is just over 7 kilometres (4 miles) long and takes about 5 hours to complete. Be on alert for different species of birds, such as oystercatchers and dotterels. Dolphin and whale sightings are also common on the island. Bring along your swimsuit for a refreshing post-hike dip in one of the island’s swimming bays. The striking Urupukapuka Island is about 240 kilometres (150 miles) from Auckland and can only be reached by boat. Water taxis run from Paihia and Russell. During summer, boats depart several times daily, making it possible to enjoy a daytrip to the pretty island. If you want to camp overnight, bear in mind that campsite bookings are essential. Some, though not all campsites feature shower facilities. Spend a day relaxing on Urupukapuka Island’s quiet, uncrowded beaches or stay and camp for a few nights to fully experience the island’s many natural wonders. - Urupukapuka Island Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Urupukapuka Island ![Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12914/56840ddc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands 1 Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi CA $104 per night Oct 13 - Oct 14 Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Waitangi. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) "Stunning view we were in a suite upgrade that we loved . Just needed a few pictures on the walls as a little bland but would definitely stay again great breakfast too" Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F10%2F2025&endDate=14%2F10%2F2025&selected=12914&PinnedHotelID=12914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6111735) ![Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26206/8660070f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia 104 Marsden Road, Paihia CA $113 per night Oct 12 - Oct 13 Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! 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(841 reviews) "Wonderful stay" Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F11%2F2025&endDate=11%2F11%2F2025&selected=1038082&PinnedHotelID=1038082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6111735) [See all 474 properties in Urupukapuka Island](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F10%2F2025&endDate=12%2F10%2F2025®ionId=6111735) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Sea Spray Suites ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2060000/2054000/2053938/f5ace243_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sea Spray Suites 138 Marsden Road, Bay of Islands, Paihia Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Paihia Wharf are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! 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