Must Do's in Northland, New Zealand

Māori Culture

→ Waitangi Treaty Grounds
→ Paddle a 40ft Māori war canoe
→ Forest walk with Māori guides
→ Manea Footprints of Kupe

Top of NZ

→ Two oceans collide at Cape Reinga
→ Sandboard down Te Paki dunes
→ Journey along 90 Mile Beach

Nature & Wildlife

→ Walk among ancient kauri forests
→ Encounter kiwi in the wild at night
→ See kiwi and tuatara at Kiwi North

Subtropical Diving

→ Famous Poor Knights Islands
→ Rikoriko, world’s largest sea cave
→ Dive wrecks on the ocean floor

Aquatic playground

→ Check out the marine life like dolphins, penguins and fish
→ Sail or cruise through the islands and out to the Hole in the Rock
→ Explore the islands like Urupukapuka Island

Art and heritage

→ Explore Tohu Whenua landmark sites like Kororipo Heritage Park
→ Award-winning Kauri Museum
→ Wander historic Russell
→ See the new Hundertwasser Art Centre

Luxury, Food & Wine

→ Farmers & Growers’ Markets
→ Cellar door at local wineries
→ Play golf at coastal courses
→ Indulge & relax at a day spa

Explore off the beaten track

→ Follow the Northland Journeys
→ Cycle New Zealand's northern-most Great Ride
→ Tackle some of the best short walks and day hikes in New Zealand