What to do and see in Russell, North Island: The Best Things to do Good for Couples

A day out on Phantom gives you a chance to get away from the crowds. This is adventure, relaxation and scenic beauty all in one with the personal atmosphere created by your hosts, Rick and Robin. Swim, snorkel and hike the island then enjoy a great home cooked lunch amongst the beauty of the islands on this great owner- operator boat.

Sail the Bay of Islands with us, Kingfisher Yacht Charters, in Northland, New Zealand. We will take you on a cruise where you will explore the beautiful bays and sights it has to offer. Feel the gentle breeze in your hair and the warm sun on your back and see your cares slip away as our beautiful yacht glides smoothly through the clear, clean waters of the Bay. Our sailing charters specialise in small groups, families and exclusive charters to provide that special personal touch – we want you to feel it is your boat for the day. There are hundreds of beaches and bays to explore. We will give you an experience that you will savor for the rest of your life. We are both very experienced sailors, Stephen - your skipper has been on the water all his life and has spent many years sailing his favourite cruising grounds in the Bay Of Islands, the jewel in the crown of the North Island. As our grandaughter said - Memories are pictures in your head

Capture the magic of this classic single mast yacht as you sail around the aquatic playground of the bay of islands. Design your own day, your own custom built adventure, aboard this 14 meter fully equipped yacht which offers you the very best in quality, comfort and safety. Your experienced skipper and crew are on board to ensure you have a day to remember.

Rogue Pony experiences and private tours are about showcasing the Bay of Islands as one of the finest locations in New Zealand particularly seen from our unique viewpoint. Sit back, let your hair down and enjoy the comfort of our 4WD Toyota Highlander SUV. Or if you’re looking for a V8 adrenaline fix, ask us about getting the top down in our 2016 Mustang GT. We offer a range of scenic, historic, back country and art gallery private tours as well as hands on jewellery workshops, but we are also happy to cater to your own individual needs. If there is something in particular you’d like to see or do simply ask us. Post Covid-19 we are updating our vehicles so the Jeeps are unavailable :-)

Hananui Fishing Charters is run by locally born John Clifford, who has been fishing these waters for decades. The Bay of Islands has a smorgasbord of fish including Snapper, Kingfish, Trevalli, Kahawai (otherwise known as Sea Trout), Terakihi and much more. If you are planning a trip to the Bay of Islands and fancy having some fresh fish for dinner then look no further than our Charters. We have a 4 Hour Snapper Charter, 6 Hour Kingfish Charter, and John also offers customized sightseeing and fly fishing* Charters.

Pompallier Mission, where Catholic missionaries translated religious texts into Maori, printed and bound them into beautiful books, was a saintly enclave in the most sinful site of the southern seas. In what is undoubtedly one of the best heritage tours in the country, our passionate guides will take you through the steps of leather tanning and book-making as it was done by courageous pioneers living in this tiny outpost, over 170 years ago. Delight in our award winning heritage gardens, take in the wonderful views across the Bay and browse our Heritage Store for a unique reminder of a special place. Relax in our French Coffee House and enjoy the best coffee and views in the Bay! Covid19: We have increased hygiene protocols, hand sanitiser available, smaller tour group numbers, and contact tracing on site for all guests.

Handcrafted Chocolates, made with 100% Swiss chocolate and infused with local New Zealand ingredients.

There are few places in the world where you get the sense of land emerging from the ocean — where you can trace the contours of the land down below the waterline, where sky, land and sea are continuous — and New Zealand’s Paroa Bay Winery and Estate is one of these places. Featuring three superb villas, a boutique vineyard, and our coastal-inspired restaurant Sage — we ensure every aspect of luxury is plentifully provided for. The first of our luxury villas, Tarāpunga, is named after the local seabirds, and nests high above the bay. With floor to ceiling windows and an infinity pool on an expansive outdoor entertaining area, Tarāpunga truly brings the incredible scenery to the fore. Our second villa, Weka, is a smaller but beautifully designed residence, and available for reservation concurrently with Tarāpunga. Our third villa, Vineyard Cottage, sits amongst the vines of our famed winery and enjoys views of the beautiful rolling green hills of both vineyard and native bush.