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Ipipiri – a historic map of the Bay of Islands
Place names come and go, but the land remains. An enquiry from a cousin about the name of one particular headland near his home in Manawaora Bay, Bay of Islands,…
by Dave SmythMay 8 No comments -
Bay of Islands Ferries
Getting around the Bay of Islands by ferry isn’t just practical transport; it’s one of the best parts of being here. Whether you’re commuting between towns, bringing your vehicle across…
by Donna YorkeNov 4 No comments -
Rental Car Hire in the Bay of Islands, NZ
Whether you’re flying into Kerikeri Airport or arriving from Auckland, the Bay of Islands is easy to explore with reliable car rental services and bus connections. Here’s everything you need…
by Donna YorkeNov 26 No comments -
Dolphin Watching in the Bay of Islands
Dolphin watching in the Bay of Islands offers one of New Zealand’s most reliable marine wildlife experiences. Both bottlenose and common dolphins inhabit these sheltered subtropical waters year-round, making sightings…
by Donna YorkeFeb 19 No comments -
Directions from Auckland to Kerikeri
Kerikeri Stone Store If sun-drenched white sand and crystal waters are just what you’ve been dreaming about, it might be time to take a trip to…
by Dave SmythAug 2 No comments -
See Orca in the Bay of Islands
A dorsal fin cutting through the water. A black and white shape gliding past your boat. The distinctive sound of a powerful breath breaking the surface. Orca sightings in the…
by Donna YorkeFeb 19 No comments -
Walking Tracks Bay of Islands
The Bay of Islands offers some of New Zealand’s finest coastal and forest walking, from gentle waterfront strolls to challenging island circuits. Whether you’re after swimming beaches, historic sites, native…
by Donna YorkeNov 27 No comments -
Whale Watching in the Bay of Islands
Humpback Whales are occasional visitors to the Bay of Islands Whale watching in the Bay of Islands offers encounters with several whale species throughout the year. While the bay isn’t…
by Donna YorkeFeb 19 No comments -
Game Fishing
Marlin caught with Andy Mcgaughey Sportfishing The Bay of Islands produces some of the largest billfish caught anywhere on the planet. New Zealand holds 16 of the 22 line-class world…
by Dave SmythJan 26 No comments -
Diving in Bay of Islands
The Rainbow Warrior has become a home to reef fishes and is well-known world-wide as a spectacular scuba diving location. The Bay of Islands sits at a sweet spot where…
by Dave SmythOct 22 No comments -
The History of Russell – From Hellhole to Haven
Ink drawing by Peter Arnold Cross the bay from Paihia today and you’ll arrive at Russell, a tranquil waterfront village of heritage buildings, holiday homes, and million-dollar yachts. It’s hard…
by Dave SmythMay 8 No comments
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