Neighborhood
Paihia
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Paihia is the lively heart of the Bay of Islands, a popular tourist destination on New Zealand's North Island. The town offers a wide range of accommodation, dining, and activities, from boat tours to the famous Hole in the Rock to visits to historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds. The waterfront is bustling with cruise boats, kayaks, and ferries. Paihia's sandy beaches and subtropical climate make it an ideal base for exploring the bay's 144 islands, marine life, and Maori heritage.
Don't miss
- Join a boat tour to the Hole in the Rock and see dolphins.
- Visit the nearby Waitangi Treaty Grounds, New Zealand's most historic site.
- Relax on Paihia Beach and try kayaking or paddleboarding.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Paihia
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBay of Islands Scenic Tour4.8★ · 64 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$64 per personSee dates →
Most bookedHole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers4.9★ · 837 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$100 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleAdrenalin Junkie Tour - 60 mins (min 2)5★ · 22 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$139 per personSee dates →More attractions in Paihia