Auckland to Paihia Bay of Islands Small Group Tour (One Way)
Overview
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12 hours
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Embark on a one way tour of Northland, a journey that can't be missed. Visit the breathtaking Bay of Islands, sites of cultural and environmental importance, and the majestic Tane Mahuta, the Lord of the Forest. This small group, fully guided day trip combines the best of both coasts of subtropical Northland. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children age 7 & below are required to travel in a booster or safety seat, these can hired for $20 NZD per seat or you can supply your own
Guests can bring 1 large & 1 small piece of luggage each
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Auckland
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city over the iconic Harbour Bridge, your guide will set the scene for your adventure today.
The Kauri Museum
Exiting Auckland, we travel west and follow the road through the kumara capital of New Zealand. Our first stop sees us visiting the Kauri Museum, to understand the remarkable story of New Zealand's largest and most famous native tree. Celebrating everything to do with kauri and the people of the north, we discover how kauri have supported lives and livelihoods for centuries. Despite their immense size and strength however, these giants are also fragile, so you may even take the opportunity to help in the survival of this mighty taonga (treasure).
What‘s Included
Waitangi guided tour and cultural performance
Entry in Kauri Museum
Small Group Fully Guided Tour
Snacks
One way guided tour
Luggage allowance - 1 large & 1 small per person
Accommodation
Return to Auckland
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Auckland to Paihia via West Coast Small Group Tour (One Way)
Pickup included
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect balance of being relaxed but also informative
642angiet,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent tour. A good balance of interesting stops along the way. Vicki was very helpful and provided just the right amount of commentary en route to the various stops. She also gave us plenty of tips and hints about cafes and restaurants etc. a great guide!
Great tour with a small group
Y62ITvickys,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time exploring the West Coast and Kaori trees with our guide Kim! I was very impressed by the oldest Kaori tree and also loved learning about the country’s history at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Kim has an abundance of knowledge and is happy to share it and answer any questions. I would book it again!
A fine, fun journey through New Zealand's early history
807annn,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful time in this magical part of the world. My first time in New Zealand and I am travelling solo. I ended up with three delightful other travellers on this tour and our Cheeky Kiwi guide was Vicki. She created such a warm ambiance that we felt like we were all travelling friends and that is not easy to do. Vicki had a special warmth and we all responded. The sights we saw and the history we learned were unforgettable. Vicki shared her country's culture, stories and drove us all over. Quite the journey!
One my best days in New Zealand
HawaiiSurfBabe,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was truly one of my most enjoyable days in New Zealand. I had been looking for a good way to get to the Bay of Islands, and this tour turned out to be the perfect solution. We had a lovely small group of only three people and explored the West Coast, stopping at the Kauri Museum, walking through the Kauri tree forest, and visiting the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. The schedule was well-paced, never rushed, and the itinerary didn’t feel cramped at all. Because of all the interesting stops, the whole day felt relaxed, informative, and very memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone travelling to Paihia. Our guide, Ben, was absolutely the best—it truly felt like spending the day with friends. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Auckland to Paihai small group tour
T9567ZAjennyd,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thankyou Cheeky Kiwi for another amazing New Zealand experience. Ben was our wonderful driver and guide. After an early start and a quick stop for coffee, our little group was on the road. Ben was a wealth of knowledge about all things Māori. but also enjoyed hearing our experiences. We marvelled at the Kauri museum and the opportunity to see a living Kauri tree in the forest was absolutely overwhelming . Ben’s recommendation for fish and chips was well received! The Māori cultural experience and history of the treaty rounded off the day. It was a fantastic day . Our small diverse group , from the UK, Hawaii and Australia were really invested in the success of the day and we celebrated with drinks at the Tipsy Oyster in Paihai after Ben had dropped us off at our accommodation. A brilliant day, giving us another slice of New Zealand , thanks for the memories Ben, we all agreed you helped make our day something to remember.
From NZ$349.00
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