Bay of Islands Information

31/03/2020

21/03/2020

Delicious kai available daily at Whare Waka Café!

19/03/2020

Kia Ora riders, please take a minute to quickly read:

We love getting out there for some laps in the shuttles as much as you do!...But we also have everyone's Health and Wellbeing as our main priority. Unless you live under a rock, you will realise the the effects COVID-19 are currently being felt globally, and serious measures do need to be implemented by all who can to ensure we do our best to reduce the impact.

Sadly, this means that we will not be running the shuttles for the next few weekends at least, it's not the best form of 'social distancing' to be sitting in a bus or van together with riders from other regional areas or countries. We will of course continue to monitor the situation very carefully and be back to providing shuttle uplifts as soon as possible, hopefully by the School Holidays and Easter. We'll keep you informed of everything however, so keep an eye on this page for updated Shuttle Information. All shuttle passes purchased from us already are valid for a year so we can be a wee bit flexible on this.

We are currently still be open daily at PaihiaMTB for Bike Hire with our Hardtail, Full Suspension and Electric bikes! We're continuing to ensure our workplace, bikes, handlebars and helmets are clean too and adhering to best practices. If you still want a bit of assistance up the hill, then I can only HIGHLY recommend giving our e-bikes a whirl (its like your own private shuttle), put some of the $$ you may have spent on shuttles into giving these a spin- you definitely won't regret it, flick us a line to book however, as they are in limited numbers.

'Social Distancing' is a good excuse to turn on the leg power drop your mates halfway up Taane's climb though....watch out!!!

In times of hardship and stress, getting outdoors is paramount to clearing your head and enjoying yourself. Bring your own bike or hire one of ours, doesn't matter which- either way just get out there and enjoy the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park, the views, the fresh air, the exercise and the nature- the tracks aren't going anywhere!!!!

17/03/2020

Come on down and book your next Parasail trip here with us Bay of Islands Information we can help keep Flying Kiwi Parasail going

Cruise ship passengers 'icing on the cake' for Paihia parasailing business.

15/03/2020

RUBY PRINCESS - Wednesday, 18th March 2020 visit - CANCELLED - https://mailchi.mp/blahblahmarketing/ruby-princess-wednesday-18th-march-2020-visit-cancelled

15/03/2020

Meet The Crew Monday! ⠀
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Meet Brooklyn, Brooklyn is one of our deckhands here at explore and has been with us for a couple of years now. She enjoys diving and has a true passion for marine life! 🐬⠀
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Make sure to catch Brooklyn on our Discover The Bay Cruise and even our Dolphin Nature Cruise 😎 ⠀⠀⠀⠀

15/03/2020

15/03/2020

Ah, a true classic. Our Grass Fed Angus Eye Fillet or Scotch Fillet comes with fresh Northland Potatoes, Walnut Mustard and Spring Onion & Gherkin Salsa. Best enjoyed with a good red or a cold golden.

14/03/2020

Ngātokimatawhaorua, the world's largest ceremonial war canoe that lives here at Waitangi Treaty Grounds, needs at least 80 paddlers to safely launch and paddle all 6 tons of it!

14/03/2020

The Ovation of the seas call tomorrow Sunday March 15th has been CANCELLED the ship is turning around and returning back to Sydney.

13/03/2020

Cruise ship details for OVATION OF THE SEAS - Sunday, 15th March 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/blahblahmarketing/cruise-ship-details-for-ovation-of-the-seas-sunday-15th-march-2020

13/03/2020

Cruise ship details for SEVEN SEAS NAVIGATOR - Saturday, 14th March 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/blahblahmarketing/cruise-ship-details-for-seven-seas-navigator-thursday-12th-march-3821905

11/03/2020

Cruise ship details for SEVEN SEAS NAVIGATOR - Thursday, 12th March 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/blahblahmarketing/cruise-ship-details-for-seven-seas-navigator-thursday-12th-march-2020

09/03/2020

Tāne Mahuta - or Lord of the Forest - is New Zealand’s largest known living kauri tree:
🌳 He stands at 51 metres tall
🌳 His trunk girth is 13 metres
🌳 Believed to be up to 2,500 years old!

Have you met Tāne Mahuta yet?

08/03/2020

Our March specials are kicking off! Come on down before you miss them!

TUESDAY SWEETS 🧁
Every Tuesday this month come down for a lovely dinner and with every main dish you order, you get a dessert half price!

THURSDAY SIDERS 🥦
Every Thursday with each main dish you order, get your side dishes half price!

WEEKEND BREAKFAST COFFEE KICKS ☕️
Every Saturday and Sunday this month get a FREE espresso coffee with every Salmon Benedict or Glasshouse Breakfast ordered!

The deals can’t get much better than that!
Don’t forget a reservation for dinner to guarantee a spot at the table!

Have a great March everyone!

07/03/2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by a new virus. Symptoms range from a mild cough to pneumonia. Some people recover easily, others may get very sick very quickly. There is evidence that it spreads from person to person. Good hygiene can prevent infection.

06/03/2020

This Saturday night, the Glasshouse is where it’s all happening!

We have one of our first live entertainment shows kicking off at 5pm!! Hope to see you all there.
Don’t forget happy hour between 4pm and 6pm!

Our chefs have come up with a special platter for the night between 5-7pm, $69 Cheese board with 2 glasses of wine while you sit back, relax and enjoy the view with some great live music!

Reservations Essential so book now before you miss a spot!

Call +64 9 402 0111

06/03/2020

Check out this lil shredder🤘🚴‍♂️ Go Finn from Sailing with six! The Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is perfect for all ages 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🤩

06/03/2020

06/03/2020

05/03/2020

Tomorrow Friday 6th March we have the Le Laperouse visiting the Bay of Islands. Her visit is a "specialty cruise" with the majority of the passengers going up to Kauri Cliffs to play golf on both days (Friday and Saturday).

The coaches for the golfers will be loading at Waitangi Pier and returning there each day. The balance of the passengers, which we are expecting to be only a handful and crew, will be coming ashore to Waitangi Pier and a shuttle bus will run them into Paihia for both days.

This vessel will be anchored in the Bay overnight and on Friday evening the ship will tender into Russell Pier for the full evening.

There will be no special setup at the Maritime carpark for her visit.

04/03/2020

What keeps this incredible human coming back on the boat?⚓

This is one of our awesome teammates, Sam. 😍 This will be Sam’s second year on the Rock, so we asked her what it is that she loves so much about working (and playing) on the boat.

Here’s what she said, 👇
“During the summer I love being outside in the sun and that I get to call playing volleyball on the beach with our guests work!”

Sam is always up for a bit of cheeky fun, so get to know her during your time on the Rock. 🤪She’ll always make it that much more fun!

Share your favourite memories of Sam in the comments!

04/03/2020

04/03/2020

Epic flying today again inbetween the heavenly rain..🤙

Coming in on a cruise ship to the bay of islands?

Check out our cruise page👇👇👇 https://bayofislandsparasail.com/tell-me-about/cruise-ship-passengers/

02/03/2020

"Spending the day on the R Tucker Thompson is a great way to unwind and just take in all that the Bay Of Islands has to offer." Spaces available Wednesday on, choose Thursday if you like more wind, this week has something for everyone!

02/03/2020

Cruise Ship details for VOYAGER OF THE SEAS - TUESDAY, 3RD MARCH 2020 - https://mailchi.mp/blahblahmarketing/voayager-of-the-seas-arriving-tuesday-3rd-march-3818485

01/03/2020

We all love a good Pav. Save some room for our Peach Pavlova, served with peach Cream, roasted honey & lavender peach blueberry compote.

28/02/2020

😷What's happening at Te Tii Waitangi🌈 - https://mailchi.mp/9267f41f4c3f/whats-happening-at-te-tii-waitangi-594322

28/02/2020

The only thing better than a Mojito?

A line of mojitos 🍹

Cheers to Friday! 🎉