Step back in time and experience the Bay of Islands as it used to be at the Culture North show in Waitangi. Then explore the museums, take a historical tour and walk the early Maori pa sites. Bring yourself back to the present with a trip around some of Northland’s wineries.
Haka practice for the boys
Haka is an important part of Maori formal welcome ceremonies
27, March 2012
There is wealth of cultural and heritage activities on offer that will give you the full flavour of life in the Far North. Learn about the Treaty of Waitangi (there's a little bit about this on our history page) and explore how our Maori and European descendents gradually came together to form today's Kiwi identity.
35 Degrees South Aquarium Restaurant and Bar in central Paihia. A unique dining and Bar experience for families over the water in Paihia with a central 60 000 litre Salt...
The Poor Knights Islands are only a 35 minute boat ride off the stunning Tutukaka Coast, and are a complete marine and nature reserve. With an 11 million year old...
We offer private tours within the Bay of Islands and surrounding areas. Specialising in 2 or 4 hour tours which could include the Kawiti Glow Worm caves, Puketi Kauri Forest...
Adventure Puketi offers personalised guided day and night walks into the majestic Puketi Rainforest in the Bay of Islands (BOI). Minutes from Kerikeri airport and an easy drive from Paihia,...
Alfresco's Restaurant & Bar is a family run business on Paihia's waterfront. We are open everyday serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between. Sit back, relax and enjoy great...
Departs *Paihia Wharf 4pm to 7pm (times Vary*). We cruise for around 40 minutes along our local island coastline & 3km up a meandering river that in days gone by...
For a unique Northland experience come and join us on one of our sea kayaking adventures. Ideal for families, individuals, school and conference groups we have a large range of...
Culture North provides you with a wide range of Maori cultural experiences giving you the unique opportunity to interact with Maori as a living, vibrant culture.