Bay of Islands - Far North Escapes, New Zealand

21/04/2024

Come base yourself in Te Anau these April School Holiday and take the family to explore Fiordland and all its wonders!

30/09/2023

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Experience the Bay of Islands like never before with scenic train journeys

13/04/2023

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Amazing school holiday journey on the Bay of Islands vintage scenic railway, 1.5hrs Kawakawa to Te Ake Ake return, over the famous long bridge journeying alongside the beautiful Taumarere River.
Preschool children are free, school age tamariki only $10. Great all weather holiday activity. Trains run daily in the school holidays and every Friday, Ssturday and Sunday, 10am, 12 noon and 2pm departure from Kawakawa Station. Or take your bikes and cycle onto Opua or vice versa. All aboard!

23/01/2023

This anniversary weekend in Kawakawa ... food and craft markets, train rides, bikes, magical river journey's, fun times for the whole family

17/08/2022

Kick off summer!! 'it' Bay of Islands Festival - amazing vibe. Tickets on sale now. Limited amount.
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2022/it-bay-of-islands-food-and-wine-festival/paihia

12/08/2022

21/07/2022

The recently opened promenade at Mangonui is a wonderful asset that is now being enjoyed by many locals and visitors. A great place to stroll from one end of the village to the other and stop off at one of the cafes, bars, restaurants and interesting shops along the way. You can also try and catch a fish from the pontoon at the end of the new jetty. We have seen many successful catches!

12/07/2022

Fun holiday activity. Great special.

27/06/2022

15/06/2022

MATARIKI KI AHIPARA - We have some amazing events happening in the Far North and the Bay of Islands for the upcoming Matariki weekend - keep an eye on this page for more information https://www.facebook.com/matarikifestivalnz

12/06/2022

Some places to stay that are right next to our great new promenade. You can walk everywhere, enjoy a wine and the great ambience and views. The car can stay parked!

31/05/2022

Definitely something worth checking out on your next escape to Mangonui in Doubtless Bay!

21/05/2022

You simply must walk our new promenade at Mangonui when you come up to Doubtless Bay. It was officially opened yesterday. You can now park at the south end of the village in a new car park opposite Maori Point and take a leisurely stroll along the shore path and over-water promenade to the central village. Great views, You can often see fish and eagle rays in the water. There are water and boat access points. It's world class and a 'must do' on your next visit to Mangonui! Simply stunning!

20/05/2022

If you are coming up to the Far North booking a tour at Butler Point is a must. The Mangonui Garden Club group who visited on Wednesday are still buzzing about how fabulous the visit was and how Liz and Jan's story sharing was a real highlight. Details at www.butlerpoint.co.nz

15/04/2022

If you are in the Doubtless Bay area over Easter, this is a great place to escape to!

14/04/2022

The Business Paihia Easter Bunny hunt is on NOW! Goes through out the school holidays.
Here is the link to hop around Paihia finding all our rabbits. Take your time. Awesome prizes to be won. https://forms.office.com/r/steMrdcGrM

The Business Paihia Easter Bunny hunt is on NOW! Goes through out the school holidays.
Here is the link to hop around Paihia finding all our rabbits. Take your time. Awesome prizes to be won. https://forms.office.com/r/steMrdcGrM

20/03/2022

If you are planning an escape to our beautiful Doubtless Bay area, here's an offer worth looking at.

16/03/2022

When you escape up to Doubtless Bay here in the Far North, you never know what to expect - as this group of visitors to Mangonui from the Bay of Plenty found out yesterday!

14/02/2022

Awesome family fun, cycling the Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail Northland. Great for most ages and abilities.

13/02/2022

There are not many events on offer during the red traffic light pandemic setting. But this is a small 5 person event planned for late March in Mangonui, Doubtless Bay, in full compliance with those settings that may be a 'great escape' for some of our followers.

11/02/2022

Definitely a place to check out when you escape to Doubtless Bay! Unique!

03/02/2022

A top experience worth booking on your next Far North escape up here in Doubtless Bay

17/01/2022

Escape for a few hours of natural and historical magic at the Butler Point Whaling Museum and Historic Homestead at Hihi in Doubtless Bay. A very special experience!

10/01/2022

Now is a good time to visit Doubtless Bay and enjoy all that we have to offer. The 'big rush' is already over.

30/12/2021

For those of you escaping to the Far North, make sure you book in for dinner at The Thai Mangonui - simply superb!

27/12/2021

Now when you visit Mangonui in Doubtless Bay you can enjoy a large part of the new board walk. The rest should be finished early in the New Year.

14/12/2021

A place worth visiting when you escape to the Far North under the current traffic light settings

10/12/2021

Looking for a quiet spot for a fish? We'd love to have you here - Join us in Northland this summer