Bay of Islands Map Kerikeri
Thinks to do
Walking distance - short drive - full day
Kerikeri in the Bay of Islands, Northland, was voted Top Small Town in New Zealand.
Kerikeri is the perfect place to start your New Zealand holiday vacation. It is a vibrant town rich in history and culture. Set in a lush subtropical climate it offers many activities and things to do.
Wharepuke Subtropical Accommodation
Self catering accommodation
Our Bay of Islands accommodation is in an ideal location
- 7 minutes walk to historic Stone Store basin
- 2 minutes drive to thriving Kerikeri village: cafes, restaurants, arts/crafts, boutique shops
- 7 minutes drive to Kerikeri airport
Kerikeri
- 40 minutes flight from Auckland
- 20 minutes drive to historic Waitangi or Paihia, the gateway to the Bay of Islands
- 3 1/2 hour drive from Auckland
- 4 hour drive to Cape Reinga the northern most point of New Zealand
Our Bay of Islands accommodation has numerous on-site things to do
Art at Wharepuke NZ and International Artists
Robin Booths interactive garden tours
Wharepuke non-toxic print courses and gallery
Food at Wharepuke Thai inspired and Modern European Cuisine
The Venue at Wharepuke Conferences, Weddings, entertainment
Booking service and advice for Bay of Islands activities at no extra charge.
Walking Distance Activities from Wharepuke
History/culture
- The Kerikeri basin houses 3 historic places of National significance.
- Kororipo - Hongi Hikas coastal pa site centre of musket war campaigns.
- 1822 Kerikeri Mission House - Oldest building in New Zealand and oldest wooden building in Australasia.
- 1836 Stone Store - Oldest stone building in New Zealand
- Rewas Village - Replica of a pre European fishing village.
- Rainbow Falls walk - Department of Conservation easy 1 1/2 hour (one way) walk following the river through native trees.
10 Minute Drive
History & Culture
Food & Wine
Art
- numerous art galleries/craft shops
- The Centre - cultural centre of Kerikeri
- Kaleidoscope - hand made kaleidoscopes
Outdoor Activities
- Kerikeri Golf course
- Scenic flights 'Salt Air' (Kerikeri or Paihia)
- Sky diving (Kerikeri or Paihia)
- The Parrot Place
Pampering
- Living Nature - internationally acclaimed natural skin care products
- Ora Ora Massage
- Reiki massage
30 Minute Drive
History & Culture
- Waitangi Treaty House - signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, guided tours and cultural performances
- Russell - first capital of New Zealand. Quaint historic seaside town
- Pompallier House - working museum showing bookmaking and tanning
- Taiamai Tours - maori canoe trip in the Bay of Islands
- Food and Wine Trail - Numerous restaurants and cafes in Paihia and Russell
- Roadside stalls
Art
- Rainbow Warrior memorial - Chris Booth sculpture at beautiful Matauri Bay beach.
- Kawakawa toilets - designed by artist Frederick Hundertwasser
Outdoor Activities
- Aroha Island - night walk to see and hear kiwi, bush walk, kayak hire etc.,
- Dolphin Discoveries - swim with the dolphins
- Hole in Rock - boat trip
- Excitor - adrenalin rush boat trip
- Beaches - Paihia
- Sailing charters
- Big game fishing
- Diving
- Waitangi
- Glow worms and Maori Legends
- Kauri tree -native tree walks
- Ngawha - hot thermal pools
- Whangaroa Harbour
Day Trip
- Cape Reinga - local pick up
- Art Trail - around Bay of Islands
- Garden Trail - around Bay of Islands
- Food and Wine Trail - around Bay of Islands
Check out Fullers Bay of Islands for trips around Bay of Islands and Cape Reinga.
A stay of 3 or more days is recommended to see Kerikeri and the Bay of Islands
Bay of Islands Accommodation contact |
Bay of Islands Map
Link to google Map
Bay of Islands self contained accommodation
Kerikeri - Rainbow Falls
Spoonbill at Aroha Island
(see 30min from Kerikeri outdoor activities)
Kayaking Aroha Island
New Zealand Maori culture
Bay of Islands sailing
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