Bay of Islands Tour: Scenic Paihia Adventure

Explore Bay of Islands’ beauty on a scenic mini tour from Paihia. Capture iconic landmarks, waterfalls, and panoramic views in just 90 minutes.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St Paul’s Anglican Church - Known as the Williams Memorial Church, St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Paihia is a significant landmark in the Bay of Islands. Constructed in 1925 using local Kawakawa stone, it occupies the site of the original mission church founded in 1823.
  • Paihia - Features local beaches in the area.
  • Opua - Visit Opua Bay &…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Driver & Guide
What's Not Included
  • Meals
Additional Information

Experience the breathtaking allure of the Bay of Islands on this picturesque mini tour departing from Paihia. Start your adventure by passing the renowned Stone Church and charming beaches, then proceed to the scenic Opua Bay and Marina for unforgettable photo opportunities. Continue to the Haruru Waterfalls, where you can admire the cascading waters up…

Location
69 Marsden Road
Marsden Road
Opposite I-site Paihia. At Paihia Car park. We will not be able to pick you up from Waitangi Wharf for Cruiseship passengers. If you tender into Waitangi. Catch up the free shuttle bus into Paihia. We are directly opposite where they drop you off. Under Elite Excursion stand.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Dee_l
Apr 1, 2026
Amaaaazing! - We had an amazing experience on the Bay of Islands tour! It was incredibly informative, and our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable, making the whole trip both enjoyable and engaging. You could really tell they were passionate about what they do. The owner also stood out with exceptional customer service skills, she was very attentive, welcoming, and genuinely committed to making sure everyone had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fantastic, friendly, and memorable way to explore the islands!
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Kevin_w
Mar 6, 2026
Great taster by road - This was a great road trip when time is really limited. Our guide was fantastic. We especially enjoyed the waterfall.
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Nicola_w
Mar 5, 2026
Excellent tour - In just under an hour and a half we visited 3 great locations (plus some pass bys) and learnt a lot about the local area. This is a beautiful area and we thoroughly enjoyed our tour.
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Carolyn_d
Mar 4, 2026
The Short but Sweet Awesome Tour. - Jess and Andy were fabulous. The tour was amazing. We enjoyed the whole tour espically the waterfall and Andy took a few special photos for us. He was very friendly , helpful and courteous .
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Michaelbu1579ld
Mar 4, 2026
Great little tour. - Really informative little tour. Showed us lots of different spots around the town and the surrounding area. Our guide, Andy, was really good with lots of interesting facts about the town.
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Maria_m
Feb 25, 2026
Great private tour and guide's knowledge - Great communication from Jess before trip. Lovely tour of this beautiful island by Nikki. Spacious air conditioned minivan.
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