The 10 Best Self-Guided Tours & Rentals in North Island, New Zealand

This cultural self-guided audio tour is highly recommended for all Art Deco and architecture lovers as this tour will guide you through the rebuilt city of Napier where you will learn interesting facts and information pertaining to the decades of the early 20th Century. Download the vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour.

Inclusions: Zip folder of audio files and map, Self-Guided Audio Tour, Self-paced, Downloadable link to download mp3 file and map

Exclusions: Audio device, Transportation, Food/Drinks, Headphones

With its magical sandy beaches, Waiheke Island makes a favourite destination for an unforgettable getaway. Join us on this mesmerizing flight over the beautiful islands of the Hauraki Gulf as we land on the tranquil waters of Man O’ War Bay. Relax and wind down by enjoying a full range of award winning wines with a lunch platter. The Man O’ War vineyard provides a one-of-a-kind first class wine-tasting experience that is sure to leave you wanting to return again.

Inclusions: Scenic Flight, Lunch, Wine tasting, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Extra beverages and food can be brought.

Make a visit to a lighted cave powered by amazing glowworms and then travel to another world as it feels like you were dropped into the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit Trilogies movies as you explore the Hobbiton movie set in the Shire.

Inclusions: Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this full-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. (Optionally, extend your rental for two days and have it for your entire stay.) From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish. These quality electric bikes are easy to use and suitable for any level of fitness. If you can ride a bike, you can ride an eBike. You will be provided with riding instructions, a helmet, a lock and a cycle map of the city, including top picks of places to stop on your ride. You can ride the bays to take in the best view points or use your eBike as your transport between the Wellington must see attractions such as Weta Workshop, Zealandia Sanctuary, Te Papa Museum or the Wellington Cable Car located only 5-minutes away. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, these top-quality electric bikes make your mode of transport an experience in itself.

Inclusions: Self-Guided bike tour, Use of bicycle, helmet and lock, Hi Vis available, Wellington City Cycle Map, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

German/English speaking Magnificent views of the Coromandel Peninsula and the islands of the inner gulf Leaving the City of Sails we explore Auckland like the locals do without having to fight the crowds, and discover under-the-radar beaches and walks where you can expect few or no people and a tranquil ambiance. Reaching the Regional Park South of Auckland, we walk (1-2 hrs) on coastal farmland located on the pohutukawa-fringed Whakakaiwhara Peninsula which offers spectacular 360 degree views of the Hauraki Gulf. Try putting names to the islands you see Rangitoto, Waiheke, Motutapu, Pakihi, Rotoroa. . . Coromandel Peninsula. From sleepy Maraetai the shoreline stretches for several kilometres of splendid unspoilt coastal scenery along the narrow Coast Road until it reaches Umupuia, where we find a Maori cemetary and marae - the meeting place of the Ngai Tai people.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park fees, Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food, drinks, coffee

Discover Wellington's beautiful Eastern Bays and beyond, when you hire a comfort cruiser bike from Wildfinder Pencarrow! Wildfinder is conveniently located right next to the start of the Pencarrow coastal trail, and is easily accessed by public transport or car from Wellington or The Hutt Valley. Duration: 2 hour bike hire from Wildfinder Pencarrow, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Greater Wellington, North Island.

Inclusions: Comfort cruiser bike, Helmet, Repair kit

Exclusions: Food and drink (limited range available for purchase)

Ride at your own pace by hiring an eBike on this half-day self-guided adventure of Wellington. From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish. These quality electric bikes are easy to use and suitable for any level of fitness. If you can ride a bike, you can ride an eBike. You will be provided with riding instructions, a helmet, a lock and a cycle map of the city, including top picks of places to stop on your ride. You can ride the bays to take in the best view points or use your eBike as your transport between the Wellington must see attractions such as Weta Workshop, Zealandia Sanctuary, Te Papa Museum or the Wellington Cable Car located only 5-minutes away. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or in a group, you'll love exploring Wellington on these top-quality electric bikes!

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, helmet and lock, Hi Vis available, Local taxes, Self-Guided bike tour, Wellington City Cycle Map

Exclusions: Water, Optional Gel Seat Cover, Optional mobile phone holder

These delightful bikes offer you the freedom to ride, to exercise, to move. Feel the wind and sun on your face with your little ones seated safely in front and behind you. What better way to cruise the streets on your summer holiday. Go to our website to read about our unique child carrying bicycles 'The Chariot' and their easy to ride counterparts 'The Cruiser'. Kids or no kids, or even riding with your little pooch - we have a bicycle for you! Visit us at the Mount Maunganui Main Beach on our specified trading days, or make contact to enquire about full day hire.

Inclusions: Bicycles and helmets for both adults and children

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Electric boat hire is enormously popular in the rest of the world but ours are the very first electric boats for hire in New Zealand. Our boats are very easy to drive, no experience or license is required. The "Akaroa" boat is the easiest to drive so we recommend that one for complete beginners. We are in the most perfect, sheltered location, the winding Kerikeri river offers a new vista around every bend and is teeming with wildlife. The silent motor allows you to get up close to wildlife without disturbing them. We have a choice of five different boats to suit singles, couple and groups of up to 7 people. We have enough boats for a maximum of 21 people at a time. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Inclusions: An electric boat, Our staff on the safety boat, on call for advice and assistance., Lifejackets provided

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Hop aboard Vigilant and enjoy a beautiful day sailing in the Bay of Islands. We only take 10 passengers, the small group allows you to lounge on the yacht comfortably and enjoy the islands privately. Our skipper lives here in Russell and knows plenty about it's history which they will be happy to share with you. Vigilant is a beautiful traditional 42 ft Cutter rig yacht with a wineglass transom, teak decks, and a swamp kauri wooden interior. Enjoy an adventure away from the crowds of sightseers. Here, you can steer your own experience by helping the skipper at the helm, hoisting the sails or, if you prefer, just relaxing on deck while you journey from island to island. If you wish, you can swim on one of the beaches, snorkel and kayak. Comb the shores and walk around to see some great lookouts with panoramic views of the islands.

Inclusions: Lunch, Coffee & Tea, Kayaks, Snorkeling gear, Local guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Sightseeing, Hiking, Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Gratuities