Top 10 Water Sports in North Island, New Zealand

Hukafalls Jet is the only jet boat company permitted to take you to the base of the mighty Huka Falls for unique water-level views. This half hour of thrills, fun and excitement takes you along the beautiful Waikato River, lined with native bush, sheer rock cliff face and hot water streams. You’ll travel in one of our state of the art jet boats at an incredible 80km an hour and along the way you’ll experience our thrilling 360° spins. Operating on this stretch of the river since 1990, Hukafalls Jet has an outstanding record of professionalism and safety. Nothing gets you closer to the mighty Huka Falls!

New Zealand Sea Adventures was established in 1990 as Wellington's premier diver training centre. From Open Water courses through to technical trimix diving we have courses and dive trips to suit all levels and budgets. Courses are running regularly so let us know what you want to do and we will arrange it for you.

Elements Watersports is New Zealand’s Premier Multi Watersports Centre. Go Sailing, Go Windsurfing, Go Paddleboarding, Go Powerboating. All Elements Staff are Professionally Qualified Instructors and we are accredited to offer courses for RYA WindsurfingNZ, YachtingNZ and the Coastguard, Ensuring you get the very best tuition. With bases in Tauranga and Auckland you can choose to Learn to Sail, WIndsurf or Paddleboard or Rent our fantastic range of dinghys, windsurfers or paddleboards.

Come discover the exciting new sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding (or SUP)! As a Surfing NZ Approved SUP School, all of our lessons and tours are taught by our friendly International Surfing Association (ISA) qualified SUP instructors. Learn the basics in our Intro to SUP lesson, progress with the advanced courses, or tour the area while 'walking on water'. Stand Up Paddle Boards and Kayaks provide a peaceful, low impact way of experiencing this world class destination - the ideal platform to experience nature on nature's terms. 'Break Free' and get in touch with it all at Mission Bay!

We offer a safe leisurely kayak/canoe adventure paddling along the Puhoi River which meanders 8km (2hrs) from the historic Bohemian Puhoi Village to the scenic Wenderholm Regional Park. We supply superior kayaks,buoyancy aids, paddling instruction and courtesy shuttle return for drivers to collect cars. We have kayaks or canoes to suit the whole family and cater to almost all ages and fitness levels. Sorry no children under 3yrs. Bookings Essential.

The beauty of Stand Up Paddling (SUP) is simple: it’s like walking on water. The grace of surfing and the power of paddling combine and give you the most fun you can have on water. Exploring, surfing, relaxing and working out! Let Rotorua Paddle Tours take you on a journey you’ll never forget. One of the best ways to experience New Zealand! Join us for a fun and amazing walk on water that will change your life. We are doing some amazing tours on SUPs (Stand-Up-Paddleboards) in Rotorua, New Zealand and we think your should come with us! We do trips around Rotorua's beautiful lakes. With some of New Zealand’s most beautiful waterways, surrounded by beautiful native Bush, wildlife , legendary natural hot springs and Turquoise water. Enjoy a brief lesson before embarking on our journey on one of the Stunning waterways available in the Rotorua region.

Whiskery Mike's Turangi Trout Connection offers trout fishing charters on the southern end of world renowned trout fishery of lake taupo. We use a custom build fishing vessel with the highest safety standards in mind. We can cater for anywhere up to 4 anglers/people on board excluding the skipper. We offer an exciting experience for people of all skill level and ages.

Owned and run by adventure-lovers Tony and Nina, Blue Adventures has recently won the New Zealand Travel Industry Awards. Blue Adventures is a Worksafe accredited Adventure Activity Operator and the only IKO-affiliated Kite Centre in the Auckland region. Our kite surfing instructors are trained to teach using IKO's safe progressive method and our lessons are IKO certified. At Blue Adventures we’re all about providing a personalised and exciting experience. Our dedicated IKO and ISA qualified kitesurfing and stand up paddleboarding instructors are passionate about what they do and will provide you with a safe and fun way to learn these amazing water sports. We believe in customer satisfaction and our teaching technique has proven to be extremely successful. Small groups, step-by-step instructions and our up to date equipment will ensure you progress easily and safely while learning these addictive sports! Whether you’re looking for kiteboarding, SUP or wakeboarding lessons, rentals or Naish kiteboarding and SUP gear we’ve got something for you! Blue Adventures runs lessons in the Auckland and Matakana Coast region and our Watersports Centre is located on the water’s edge of the Omaha lagoon, a fantastic location for kitesurfing, paddleboarding and wakeboarding.

The Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve opens up a sea kayaking paradise full of beaches, islands and rock gardens that are just waiting to be explored.Paddle through sea caves, interact with the local marine life and discover the thrill of kayak sailing with the wind on your back. To top it off we land at Cathedral Cove where you will be treated to our world famous cappuccinos and hot chocolates on the beach! Having delighted travellers for over 10 years, Cathedral Cove Kayak Tours are one of NZ's must do activities!

Just a short stroll away from the town centre of Cambridge you will find the beautiful Riverside Park and our departure point. On the Waikato River, a.k.a. the Mighty River, you will experience a jet boat ride unique in New Zealand. The scenery is breathtaking while your experienced driver will tell you all about the historical facts of the monuments you pass. If you are into speed and adrenalin we can fulfill that need too! Our jet boats are perfectly well equipped to give you a ride you will not easily forget. V8… need I say more? You will have to hold on! The famous "360 JET SPIN" will certainly see to that. Camjet is also an ideal event for your business functions or team building sessions. We will provide something you will talk about for a long time! For these group activities we can combine with other local activities to offer you a full day of entertainment in the Waikato. For group bookings we offer discounts.