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Bay of Islands Things to Do

Everything you can pack into a day or night out on the water with us.

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Bird Spotting
Bay of Islands Activities
Bird Spotting

Spot native Bay of Islands birds from the water with our crew, who share the calls, habits and best quiet viewing spots along the way.

Dusk Fishing
Bay of Islands Activities
Dusk Fishing

Fish at sundown in the Bay of Islands: snapper, kahawai and kingfish, gear and guidance from our crew, and your catch cooked for dinner.

Fishing & Observing Dolphins in the Bay of Islands

Fishing and observing dolphins in the Bay of Islands

Kai Moana
Bay of Islands Activities
Kai Moana

Due to New Zealand's impressive growing conditions for seafood, its ocean serves as a food basket to the locals — most of them rely on kaimoana as their fo

Marine Life Spotting
Bay of Islands Activities
Marine Life Spotting

If you want to see marine life up close and personal, take a cruise. With The Rock Cruise Adventure, we make sure that you get the experience you want. We

Local Activities
Mountain Biking in Paihia

THE PERFECT BIKE TRAILS IN PAIHIA, NEW ZEALAND

Bay of Islands Activities
Night Kayaking

Experience the night skies out in a kayak.

Bay of Islands Activities
Paddleboarding

There is no greater feeling than being under the sun exploring the beautiful waters in the Bay of Islands. Paddleboarding is one of the most relaxing water

Activities
Paddleboarding

Find joy paddleboarding around the coasts of the Bay.

Sea Kayaking · Day & Night Paddles
Bay of Islands Locals / Activities
Sea Kayaking · Day & Night Paddles

Explore the Bay of Islands by kayak — day and night kayaking on The Rock Adventure Cruise.

Bay of Islands Activities
Seafood Tasting

If you want a taste of fresh seafood in the Bay of Islands, join us for a day cruise or an overnight cruise. Our crew will guide you on a beautiful journey

Snorkelling at the Bay of Islands
Bay of Islands Locals / Activities
Snorkelling at the Bay of Islands

Snorkelling in the Bay of Islands with The Rock Adventure Cruise — gear provided, reefs, kelp forests and abundant marine life.

Bay of Islands Activities
Stargazing

Home to dark clear skies and unique celestial shows, New Zealand is a prime stargazing destination. The Bay of Islands is your perfect getaway — let the sp

Successful Fishing Sessions at the Bay of Islands

Successful fishing sessions at the Bay of Islands

Water Phosphorescence
Local Flora and Fauna
Water Phosphorescence

NIGHT KAYAKING AMONG THE SEA OF STARS

Where to Find Bioluminescence in New Zealand

Bioluminescence is a natural phenomenon that only occurs in a small number of places across the world. It is the name given to when organisms have the abil