Top Things to Do in North Island

Feel the steam at wai-o-tapu, laugh with locals in tirau, and soak in forest hot tubs on this rotorua day trip from auckland. small group, snacks, entry fees included....

Feel the rush on a tandem skydive near auckland, freefalling from up to 18,000ft with coast-to-coast views. includes all gear, safety briefing, and flexible rescheduling....

Feel the rush on a cathedral cove boat tour exploring sea caves, blowholes, and the marine reserve with music in orua cave. includes snorkel gear and local guide....

Feel ancient kauri forests, wild black sand beaches, and cliff hikes near auckland. includes hotel pickup, local guide, and picnic lunch for a true nature day....

Feel auckland’s city pulse, walk black sands at piha beach, and breathe rainforest air—all in one day. includes hotel pickup, afternoon tea, and local guide....

Sail the bay of islands on the r. tucker thompson tall ship, enjoy fresh scones, a bbq lunch, and stories from the crew. includes ferry tickets and wet weather gear....

Float into dusk on lake karapiro, kayak beneath ferns, and drift through glowworm-lit canyons. includes all gear and a local guide for a relaxed evening adventure....

Curious about tauranga’s story? taste fresh kiwifruit, sip local teas, and hear real tales from a local guide. includes port pickup and drop-off for cruise guests....

Step onto a bay of islands catamaran for a 6-hour sailing cruise with wildlife sanctuary island stop, snorkeling, paddle boarding, hikes, and lunch included....

Wander auckland’s city streets with a local guide, sampling artisan bites, sweets and world-class ice cream. afternoon tour with tastings and drinks included....

Step into napier’s art deco heart with a guided afternoon walk, personal audio headsets, and stories from locals—includes all weather access and stroller-friendly route....

Start your morning in napier with a guided art deco walk, film on the 1931 earthquake, and real stories from locals. includes wheelchair access and city center stroll....

Feel the real waiheke with a local guide, tasting boutique wines at family-run vineyards, lunch included, and flexible routes for small groups....

Feel the heartbeat of kiwi conservation in rotorua, see chicks up close, and wander the nocturnal house—guided tour with shuttle and entry included....

Step inside auckland’s wētā workshop unleashed for a guided movie effects tour—touch creatures, see practical effects, and meet creative locals. includes entry....

Feel the spray on a waikato river jet boat ride from taupo, with spins, canyon runs & rapids. small groups, fitted life jackets & local guide included....

Feel the wind on waiheke’s five bays ebike loop, with stops at vineyards, beaches, and local food spots. includes helmet, lock, map, and easy ferry terminal pickup....

Feel the city’s rhythm on a small-group auckland tour—walk volcanic summits, cross the harbour bridge, and catch local stories with flexible pickup included....

Set out from rotorua for a glow worm kayak tour at dusk, paddle quiet lakes, enter hidden caves, and stargaze with a small group—pickup & gear included....

Feel the wind at cape kidnappers, get close to gannets on the plateau, enjoy hawke’s bay views with tea & coffee included. fully guided tour with easy access....