Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

This a very comprehensive tour of the Bay of Islands area and we pack a lot into the 3+ hours.

Visit the Waitangi area, Paihia, the Haruru Falls, Opua, and travel by vehicle ferry to the other side of the bay where we visit historic Russell, Long Beach, and enjoy fabulous views from the top of Flagstaff Hill.

You will get a real feel for the Bay of Islands area. It's geography, history and our way of life.

Benefit from an expert guide and a small group size.

Extensive, detailed commentary, delivered with a dose of humor. Spectacular scenic views. Free time in Russell to enjoy a glass of wine or lunch. Passenger ferry return to Paihia included. Hotel pick-up from the Paihia area or Cruise ship wharf.

Small group size limited to 11 people ensures a personalized

experience

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

If you are unwell, please do not travel. I will refund you

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Passenger ferry from Russell to Paihia

Car Ferry from Opua to Okiato

Air-conditioned vehicle

In-person guide is included which is the driver

Gratutities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Waitangi Golf Club

Following pick-up, there is a short drive to our first stop of the day, close to the Waitangi Golf Course, where we enjoy a fabulous scenic view of the Bay of Islands.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

We drive past the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where our guide explains in detail the history and the importance to New Zealand.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Bay of Islands Scenic Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.81

43 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Michael takes you to the...
Robert N,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Michael takes you to the best places with lots of time to enjoy each stop. He knows everything about the Bay of Islands.
The best experience ever....
Livison M,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The best experience ever. Enjoyed the whole trip. Got know a lot of places with New zealand history. The trip was worth it.
Really nice and personal tour.
Jeannette H,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A really great informative excursion worth seeing. Highly recommended. Plenty of time to ask questions and do your own activities.
Great tour
drsharonleed,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Great guide, Mike. Gave us ample time at multiple scenic stops to catch images. Great being in a small group- 10. The tour ended in Russell, but he provided ferry tickets back, and offered mini van transport back. We enjoyed a tasty lunch in Russell.
Highly recommend
Jenny B,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great tour. Michael was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide. Russell is a lovely little village to wander around.
Great Informative Tour
stephenmI3105EJ,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic well laid out tour and introduction to the Bay of Islands. Michael was a great guide and provided a super commentary of the area and NZ. We would highly recommend this if you want a fantastic tour, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Port pickup was great too and it was very easy to identify their vehicle at the wharf and tendering ashore. Thank you!
A worthwhile exercise
Stephen P,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very friendly, knowlegeable and accomodating tour guide. It made for a pleasant and personal introduction to the area
Fabulous
Leonie B,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic tour, Michael made it so enjoyable, It was run at a very relaxed pace and I would highly recommend this tour for people of all ages.
Michael was a great tour...
Linda B,
Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Michael was a great tour guide/driver! We learned so much about that area! He was personable and professional at the same time
Local NZ guide,very...
simone P,
Apr 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Local NZ guide,very informative and humerous. Highly recommend. Small group and comfortable vehicle.