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Birthplace of a nation

Northland is the Birthplace of a Nation. From the arrival of the first canoes on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour, to the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in the Bay of Islands.

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Top of the North day trips

The Top of the North is unforgettable – Doubtless Bay, Cape Reinga and 90 Mile Beach are places you may know – added fun can be had by exploring the many other places you won’t know. Shining white sands, clear sparkling waters, dramatic headlands and historic tales abound, this part of Northland should feature strongly on any itinerary into subtropical Northland.

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Extreme! The Te Paki sand dunes.
  • Fantastic beaches – for walking, swimming, bird watching, surfcasting and relaxing!
  • Wine tasting
  • Maori arts and crafts

Doubtless Bay

  • Sailing and cruising
  • Fishing
  • Stunning beaches
  • Historic townships and buildings
  • Fish and chips on the beach!
  • Arts and crafts - gift

Kaitaia, Ahipara, and the Aupouri Peninsula

A round of golf at Kauri Cliffs.
  • Cape Reinga – A must do! – Take a tour and hear the local stories
  • Golf
  • Beach safaris
  • 90 Mile Beach – great surfing (Shipwreck Bay), wild horses, surfcasting
  • Historic Gum fields – self explore or take a tour
  • Quad bikes, horse treks, kayaking tours and fishing
  • Sand dune surfing
  • Scenic flights
  • Fishing – rock and surf casting, game fishing, boat fishing
  • Houhora - historic sites, fishing, golfing, horse trekking, kayaking

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