Summer isn't over if you know where to go. Head north and explore Northland’s stunning scenery on foot, cycle your way through epic landscapes, or experience aquatic playgrounds like the Bay of Islands and Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve, all the while enjoying the mild climate and relaxed pace of the north! Spend a weekend or start planning your autumn holidays – we know you’ll find something special here.  

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  • Kai Iwi Lakes

    The perfect 5-day Northland road trip itinerary for Easter

    Summer doesn’t have to be over if you know where to go! Easter and the school holidays are the perfect excuse to head north with this perfect 5-day itinerary. See more

  • Te Whara Track

    Ten of the Best Hikes in Northland

    Explore ten of Northland’s most iconic hikes, including clifftop walks, waterfall tracks, volcanic peaks, ancient kauri forests, and island loops. See more

  • Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail

    5 epic ways to explore Northland by bike

    With a mild climate, rich history and culture, and plenty of stunning scenery, Northland is the perfect place to explore by bike – taking well-formed cycle ways, tranquil country roads, or tackling some of the exciting mountain biking trails See more

  • Maitai Bay

    The best beaches of Northland you need to visit

    Discover ten of the best beaches in Northland, from hidden coves and crystal-clear bays to wild west-coast stretches and iconic Far North favourites. See more

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Experiences, activities and attractions

  • Hiking and walking

    Walking & Hiking

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    Cycling & Mountain Biking

  • In on and around the water

    In, On and Around the Water

  • Sightseeing and tours

    Sightseeing & Tours

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Northland Journeys

Head off the beaten track with the Northland Journeys, a series of 10 maps with self-guided itineraries that will take you to some of Taitokerau Northland's most intriguing destinations. 

  • All About Islands
    All About Islands

    All About Islands

    Bay of Islands

    Discover islands rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. Large and small islands, rocky and sandy islands. It’s all about islands.

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    Ancient Kauri Trail

    Ancient Kauri Trail

    Maungaturoto – Dargaville - Ōmāpere

    Prepare to be awed by this place of dramatic contrasts, from the ruggedly beautiful beaches of the wild and untamed West Coast to the peaceful shelter and majesty of the kauri forests.

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  • Headlands and Hidden Harbours
    Headlands and Hidden Harbours

    Headlands and Hidden Harbours

    Kerikeri – Doubtless Bay – Karikari

    You could spend a lifetime exploring this beautiful coastline and always be kept guessing about what’s around the next corner.

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  • Into the Wide Blue Yonder
    Into the Wide Blue Yonder

    Into the Wide Blue Yonder

    Whangārei Falls – Tutukākā Coast – Hikurangi

    Follow this circular route from either end, until gradually the ocean unveils herself, inviting you to look, swim, paddle, and dive headfirst into a limitless expanse of blue.

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  • The Secret Coast Route
    Secret Coast Route

    Secret Coast Route

    Russell – Helena Bay

    Can you keep a secret? Follow these seemingly forgotten roads as they wind through Taitokerau Northland’s coastal landscapes.

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  • Te Ara Coast to Coast
    Te Ara Coast to Coast

    Te Ara Coast to Coast

    Hokianga – Kaikohe – Bay of Islands

    Te Ara, the pathway, from the Pacific Ocean to the Tasman Sea has arguably seen more early human history recorded than any other journey in the land.

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  • Te Hiku o te Ika a Maui
    Te Hiku o te Ika-a-Māui

    Te Hiku o te Ika-a-Māui

    Ahiparapara – Kaitaia – Te Rerenga Wairua

    A land of many names; The Far North, Top of the North, Muriwhenua, Te Hiku-o-te Ika-a-Māui is the furthest north you can go in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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  • The Welcoming Coast
    The Welcoming Coast

    The Welcoming Coast

    Kaiwaka – Mangawhai - Waipū - Ruakākā

    This journey is famous for its spectacular coastal views including protected islands, wide open beaches, stunning sunrises and friendly locals.

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  • Wandering with Ancestors
    Wandering with Ancestors

    Wandering with Ancestors

    Hokianga Harbour

    Step back in time to wander in the footsteps of our ancestors and discover the stories of the people that call this region home.

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  • Where Giants Gather
    Where Giants Gather

    Where Giants Gather

    Whangārei Town Basin - Whangārei Heads

    Journey through a grand landscape where giants of geology, nature, and history are gathered, to the powerful expanse of the Pacific Ocean.

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