Top things to do in North Island in Summer (Updated October 2026)

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The Awesome Scenic Rafting Adventure - Full Day Rafting on the Rangitikei River

With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from River Valley Lodge …More

With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from River Valley Lodge...

6 hours
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$138
Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren. …More

Mount Maunganui and Tauranga are the central areas for this kayak tour - it uses double kayaks on the calm sheltered waters of Lake McLaren....

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$152
15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this …More

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$155
Bay of Islands and Hole in the Rock Scenic Helicopter Tour

Get bird’s-eye views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on a Bay of Islands scenic helicopter tour from Paihia. Take in the …More

Get bird’s-eye views of Cape Brett and the Hole in the Rock on a Bay of Islands scenic helicopter tour from Paihia. Take in the...

20 minutes
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$203
Jetski Lake Rotoiti geothermal basin fast.

Explore geothermal lakes, hidden bays, and hot pools that can only be reached by water. These places hold cultural significance Ngāti Pikiao, and are rarely …More

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Explore geothermal lakes, hidden bays, and hot pools that can only be reached by water. These places hold cultural significance Ngāti Pikiao, and are rarely...

30 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$223
Mt. Tarawera Volcano Scenic Floatplane Tour from Rotorua

Fly high over breathtaking volcanic landscapes on an unforgettable 30-minute seaplane flight from Rotorua. See New Zealand's world-famous volcanic scenery as you fly over spectacular …More

Fly high over breathtaking volcanic landscapes on an unforgettable 30-minute seaplane flight from Rotorua. See New Zealand's world-famous volcanic scenery as you fly over spectacular...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$226
Mt Tarawera Helicopter Tour with Volcano Landing

Follow the eruption trail of Mt. Tarawera on a helicopter tour that includes a landing on the volcano. Best viewed from the air, the rugged …More

Follow the eruption trail of Mt. Tarawera on a helicopter tour that includes a landing on the volcano. Best viewed from the air, the rugged...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$387
Mount Tarawera Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer

By Floatplane, from above Mount Tarawera impressive views include vast volcanic rifts, distant national parks and our treasured lakes. Flying south we gain an appreciation …More

By Floatplane, from above Mount Tarawera impressive views include vast volcanic rifts, distant national parks and our treasured lakes. Flying south we gain an appreciation...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$484
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure by Helicopter

By Helicopter , combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera (for an approximate 20 minute guided walk with your pilot) with a flight that …More

By Helicopter , combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera (for an approximate 20 minute guided walk with your pilot) with a flight that...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (11)
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$570
White Island & Mount Tarawera Floatplane Adventure

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the island's crater lake and ever-changing volcanic activity. …More

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the island's crater lake and ever-changing volcanic activity....

1 hour 25 minutes Free Cancellation
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$704
Helicopter White Island / Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes'

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera. …More

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera....

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$1,315
Devonport’s Village and Volcanic Peaks: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Discover Devonport on a guided walking tour through one of Auckland’s oldest seaside suburbs. Starting at the historic Devonport Ferry Terminal, this 60–75 minute, 3km …More

Discover Devonport on a guided walking tour through one of Auckland’s oldest seaside suburbs. Starting at the historic Devonport Ferry Terminal, this 60–75 minute, 3km...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$6
Māori Heritage: A North Head Summit Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Maungauika/North Head Historic Reserve on a 90-minute guided walking tour through Devonport, Auckland. Starting at the Tainui Landing Memorial Marae, climb the ancient volcanic …More

Explore Maungauika/North Head Historic Reserve on a 90-minute guided walking tour through Devonport, Auckland. Starting at the Tainui Landing Memorial Marae, climb the ancient volcanic...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$6
Self Guided Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa

Explore the mysteries of Stonehenge Aotearoa! This unique open-air observatory, nestled in the beautiful Wairarapa countryside, is a modern take on ancient stone circles like …More

Explore the mysteries of Stonehenge Aotearoa! This unique open-air observatory, nestled in the beautiful Wairarapa countryside, is a modern take on ancient stone circles like...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$10
Mini Golf with Rabbits in Rotorua

More than mini-golf—it's a magical Rotorua experience! Friendly Giant Rabbits: Pat and feed our free-roaming bunnies (like Cinnabon!) as you play. Home of RotovegasNightGolf: Experience …More

More than mini-golf—it's a magical Rotorua experience! Friendly Giant Rabbits: Pat and feed our free-roaming bunnies (like Cinnabon!) as you play. Home of RotovegasNightGolf: Experience...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.5 (62)
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$13
A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories

Auckland is rich in Māori and European history, and this dynamic city has a wealth of stories that define it. On this 90-minute self-guided walking …More

Auckland is rich in Māori and European history, and this dynamic city has a wealth of stories that define it. On this 90-minute self-guided walking...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (15)
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$15
Buried Village of Te Wairoa

Experience New Zealand's most visited archaeological site, and hear stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera eruption. This guided tour features a range of historical exhibits nestled in …More

Experience New Zealand's most visited archaeological site, and hear stories of the 1886 Mt. Tarawera eruption. This guided tour features a range of historical exhibits nestled in...

45 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (126)
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$15
Discover Napier Earthquake: Self-Guided Audio Tour

This informative and historical self-guided audio tour of the Napier Earthquake will take you on a journey to the past to see the areas that were …More

This informative and historical self-guided audio tour of the Napier Earthquake will take you on a journey to the past to see the areas that were...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
3.6 (5)
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$15
Explore Tauranga: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Immerse yourself in the historic and picturesque city of …More

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Immerse yourself in the historic and picturesque city of...

1 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$15
Discover Tongariro: Self-Guided Audio Tour

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Experience a hiker’s self-guided audio tour of the widely …More

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Experience a hiker’s self-guided audio tour of the widely...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$15
Shared 90 minutes Tour of Stonehenge Aotearoa

Stonehenge Aotearoa offers a unique twist on the iconic monument. This modern, working observatory in New Zealand is designed for the Southern Hemisphere, incorporating Polynesian …More

Stonehenge Aotearoa offers a unique twist on the iconic monument. This modern, working observatory in New Zealand is designed for the Southern Hemisphere, incorporating Polynesian...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$17
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