THINGS TO DO IN PAIHIA
& THE BAY OF ISLANDS
Golf Courses in Northland
Waitangi golf course is less than 5 minutes by car from Paihia Beach House. Other courses in Northland include Kauri Cliffs, Carrington and Kerikeri.
Boat Trips in the Bay of Islands
There are daily boat trips and cruises operating from Paihia. Take a 1/2 day cruise to the famous ‘Hole in the Rock’ or a cruise around the 244 islands in the bay.
Fishing in the Bay of Islands
Charter a boat from Paihia and experience the best of New Zealand fishing. Big Gamefishing is world class in the Bay.
Eating Out
The Bay of Islands offers many different dining options, you will be spoilt for choice! Award winning restaurants with world class chefs, and trendy cafes in Paihia, Russell and Kerikeri are all within easy reach.
Art in the Bay of Islands
Williams House near the village green in Paihia has regular art exhibitions.
Visit Kerikeri and follow the Kerikeri Art Trail.
Galleries include: Art Upstairs, Kaan Zamaan, Gravel...
Sightseeing
Take a short ferry ride from Paihia wharf to the quaint historic town of Russell.
Spend a day visiting the wineries, boutique shops and galleries of Kerikeri, just 20 minutes away by car.