Links

General Links - Paihia and Bay of Islands Guides

Paihia.co.nz
Paihia visitor guide, a New Zealand Community web site

Paihia.com
Paihia visitor guide, a New Zealand Community web site

New Zealand Tourism Online
Accommodation, attractions, tours, transport or visitor information for Paihia. Also covers the rest of New Zealand.

Nzinfo.com
Information by the Bay of Islands Travel Information Network. Information about activities in the area, tours, transport, accommodation, marine information, culture and history.

Bay of Islands Travel Guide
Bay of Islands visitor guide

Destination Northland
Information about Northland - visit, business, live and work information.

Tourism New Zealand
The official site for New Zealand Travel and Business.

Activities

Local Walks
Information about walks in the area: Paihia View Point, Harrison's Bush Scenic Reserve, Paihia to Opua Walk, Paihia to Waitangi Walk, Waitangi to Haruru Falls. Information from Paihia.co.nz.

Dive HQ
Paihia Dive HQ is the Bay of Islands only specialist dive charter and rental shop. We are the official dive shop for HMNZS Canterbury and are experts at taking divers to the Bay of Islands and Rainbow Warrior safely but with a sense of adventure

Island Kayaks & Bay Beach Hire
Explore the outer islands, lagoons, natural rock caves and quiet sandy beaches, experience some of the best sea kayaking in New Zealand. For those who want to explore the islands for two or more days, we supply all safety equipment and secure parking.

Tall ship sailing Bay of Islands
Join us for a tall ship day sail experience in the Bay of Islands

Blue Sea Fishing Charters
Big Game and Sport Fishing Adventures

Salt Air Ltd.
½ Day Fly/4WD Cape Reinga Tour and scenic flights

Kings Dolphin Cruises and Eco Tours
Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise to the Hole in the Rock or take a day tour to New Zealand's northernmost point, Cape Reinga and see the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Swimming with dolphins will enthral nature lovers and Crossings Hokianga is a unique journey of history and cultural discovery.

Carino Sailing and Dolphin Adventures
Sail the Bay of Islands, Wild Dolphin Swim, Dolphin Watching, Explore Island Beaches and Island Walks, Snorkelling Tours.

Culture and History

Waitangi Treaty Grounds
New Zealand's pre-eminent historic site. It was here on February 6th, 1840, that the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed between Maori and the British Crown.

Culture North
Culture North provides a wide range of Maori cultural experiences giving visitors the opportunity to experience Maori as a living, vibrant culture.

Restaurants in Paihia, Bay of Islands

Salt Restaurant
Salt Brasserie, Paihia’s new gastronomic delight, a culmination of Pacific Rim, Asian and Classic European style cuisines. Executive Chef Neil Brazier of award winning lodge at Kauri Cliffs, has combined a talented culinary team to create this season’s menu, taking full advantage of Northlands’ finest and freshest ingredients.

Salt Delicatessen
All the very best, and freshest of Northland ingredients. Our support of local companies is reflected through the Deli, baking daily fresh bread, specialty pickled meats, local teas, takeaway coffees, gourmet sandwiches and delectable pastries. The delicatessen also offers an exciting range of fresh picnic hampers, ranging from an all day family picnic, health conscious hamper, as well as a romantic gourmet picnic for two and can be tailored to your tastes.

Accommodation

'At Our Place' B&B
Luxurious, purpose-built bed & breakfast establishment situated in the heart of Paihia. All suites have their own ensuites, TV, tea/coffee-making facilities and fridge. 2 have their own balcony. Every suite has stunning water views of the Bay and beyond.

Pioneer Waterfront Apartments, paihia, New Zealand
Outstanding views and waterfront location - Pioneer Waterfront Apartments are fully self contained, spacious, comfortable and are serviced daily - everything you need for a perfect self catering holiday in the Bay of Islands.

Bay Adventurer
Backpackers resort, hostel and apartments in one complex. We offer dorms, private rooms, fully self-contained studio rooms and apartments. Facilities include: swimming pool, outdoor spa pool, internet/email room, large BBQ area, tennis, free bikes, free kayak, 42 inch flat screen TV in communal lounge and wireless internet.

Paihia Beach Resort and Spa
5 star resort with uninterrupted sea views of the beautiful Bay of Islands. It, is located within walking distance of Paihia Wharf.

Decks of Paihia
Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in the Bay of Islands. Newly constructed accommodationt situated on the sunny hills overlooking the sun-drenched Bay of Islands.

Outrigger Motel
This central Paihia motel accommodation is qualmark rated, spacious, clean (serviced daily) comfortable with full kitchen, ensuite and outdoor seating, to soak up the sun.

Mousetrap Backpackers
Soak up the cosy atmosphere of this character house, with tropical gardens in front of Paihia’s native bush reserve.

Base Backpackers Pipi Patch
Base Backpackers Paihia hostel (The Pipi Patch) provides centrally located accommodation from private units to share rooms. The hostel is 50 meters from the beach and only a short stroll to Paihia's seaside resort restaurants, cafes and ferry terminals

Bay Cabinz
10 individual cottages nestled amongst subtropical native bush on the hillside above central Paihia.

Miscellaneous

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