AUCKLAND · NEW ZEALAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 14 bay of islands day trips most worth a day of your Auckland trip, with the prices, run times and the operator behind each one.
Full-day Bay of Islands from Auckland: catamaran for dolphins and Hole in the Rock, Urupukapuka Island stop, scenic return.
Most Popular“Great activity. Amazing places to visit. John great guide very well organized everything”
Door-to-door Auckland transfers and a full-day Bay of Islands cruise with dolphin search, live commentary, WiFi, snacks, and included tickets.
“I have booked more tours with viator than I can count and this was the BEST. Nancy was an amazing guide for our group. She kept us laughing all day while showing us some of New Zealand's most breathtaking scenery. There were plenty of times for restroom breaks and to get snacks if we were…”
3 days from Auckland to the Bay of Islands: Waitangi, Puketi kauri, 90 Mile Beach, Cape Reinga, Hole in the Rock cruise, Russell.
“Easy to follow the program . You experience all the highlights of The Bay Of Islands Very good spot to go see The hotel was excellent with a nice view”
Small-group Bay of Islands cruise from Auckland with dolphins, Hole in the Rock, Waitangi, and a Paihia overnight. $452.
“Families: DO NOT BOOK THE LODGING OPTION. The lodging option is presented as "twin share accommodation." This is defined as 2 separate beds with 2 occupants in the room (unless perhaps someone requests one single bed). We travellRead more”
3 days from Auckland to Paihia, Waitangi, Cape Reinga, and a Bay of Islands cruise with lodging, dolphins, and Ninety Mile Beach.
“Missing the Hole in the Rock and standing in the rain at the Cape. Because our schedule changed we encountered weather that limited our options. If the original schedule had applied we would have seen everything we booked for. WhRead more”
Private 12-hour Bay of Islands tour from Auckland with dolphin sightings, Hole in the Rock, Urupukapuka views, lunch, and pickup.
“Long but very enjoyable day. Some light showers and wind made for bit bumpy ride on the ferry but there is an enclosed deck for fair weather travelers. Jon our driver was superb. Excellent service dropping all in our group back to our hotels in the evening. Good taste of Bay of the islands wanting…”
Private Bay of Islands cruise from Auckland with Hole in the Rock, wildlife sightings, and a 1.5-hour island stop for walking and swimming.
“Lovely boat, friendly guides along the whole tour. Beautiful views on the way back to the Wharf. The island where they drop you off for lunch is efficient with good food. Wish the art gallery was open while we were there.”
2-day Bay of Islands small-group tour from Auckland with Waipoua Forest, Waitangi, and a Hole in the Rock cruise plus Paihia stay.
Auckland to Bay of Islands small-group day tour with catamaran dolphin cruise, Hole in the Rock pass, and an island stop at Otehei Bay.
A 6am private Bay of Islands heritage trip from Auckland with Waitangi, Russell by ferry, a boat cruise, and a Māori cultural performance.
“Mr. Karthek was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable, a careful driver, and a perfect organizer of this long day tour; he was very amiable and considerate; We liked the tour very much as it allowed us to see and visit a good part of the beautiRead more”
Small-group 13-hour Bay of Islands day trip from Auckland with a 4.5-hour Hole in the Rock cruise, wildlife spotting, and island time.
“I think this your experience was wonderful as the guide , Karthik was not only extremely knowledgeable about the Science , History , Culture and biodiversity of the entirety of New Zealand but was also very compassionate, patient and Read more”
Private guided Bay of Islands day trip from Auckland with kauri walks, waterfalls, Waitangi, and optional Hole in the Rock dolphin cruise.
“The weather wasn’t awesome but the long ride in the Mercedes van was tiring and uncomfortable. Bouncing around in the car for 6-7 hours was not fun. The cruise which we paid extra for was spectacular but this trip was way too expensivRead more”
Five North Island highlights in one smooth 5-day loop: Bay of Islands cruise, Waitangi, Auckland sights, Rotorua geothermal, Waitomo and Hobbiton.
“It’s nice when everything is booked for you. As a solo traveller it takes the worry out of how to get to places, also very helpful when you message operators they are lovely and fast to reply”
Private Bay of Islands day trip from Auckland with a catamaran cruise, Hole in the Rock, Urupukapuka picnic, and scenic return.
Two harbours, a gulf full of islands, and every day trip beyond the city.
