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

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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
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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
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Private Parasail Charter over the Bay of Islands

• NEW ZEALAND'S HIGHEST & MOST EXPERIENCED PARASAILING COMPANY • Private Chartered Parasail trip for up to 12 people • We will pick you up …More

• NEW ZEALAND'S HIGHEST & MOST EXPERIENCED PARASAILING COMPANY • Private Chartered Parasail trip for up to 12 people • We will pick you up...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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2-Day Waiheke Island Sea Kayak Tour

Experience Waiheke Island through a leisurely, eco-friendly sea kayaking adventure. Discover its stunning beaches, clear waters, and diverse marine life, including dolphins and orcas. Try …More

Experience Waiheke Island through a leisurely, eco-friendly sea kayaking adventure. Discover its stunning beaches, clear waters, and diverse marine life, including dolphins and orcas. Try...

2 days Free Cancellation
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3 Day Open Water Dive Course

Take your Open Water certification in the beautiful waters of New Zealand. Gain an international recognized certification that will allow you to dive anywhere in …More

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Take your Open Water certification in the beautiful waters of New Zealand. Gain an international recognized certification that will allow you to dive anywhere in...

3 days
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Wreck Diving Specialty Course

Wreck Diving Specialty Course. Expand your range of underwater exploration. Dive in and learn how to safely explore the wrecks of history. Includes 2 x …More

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Wreck Diving Specialty Course. Expand your range of underwater exploration. Dive in and learn how to safely explore the wrecks of history. Includes 2 x...

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Black Water Rafting Semi Private Tour from Auckland

Join us for the original Waitomo subterranean adventure, where you'll climb, black water tube, leap, and float through the stunning Ruakuri Cave. From the moment …More

Join us for the original Waitomo subterranean adventure, where you'll climb, black water tube, leap, and float through the stunning Ruakuri Cave. From the moment...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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Private Waimangu Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour

Lake Rotomahana is believed to be where the famous Pink and White terraces are buried and Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to the world's youngest …More

Lake Rotomahana is believed to be where the famous Pink and White terraces are buried and Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to the world's youngest...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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Poor Knights Dive Charter

Come and dive the beautiful Poor Knights Islands. Described as one of the top ten dive sites in the world by Jacques Cousteau, this destination …More

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Come and dive the beautiful Poor Knights Islands. Described as one of the top ten dive sites in the world by Jacques Cousteau, this destination...

1 day
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Full-Day Scuba Dive Charter: Hammerhead Experience from Warkworth

Right on Auckland’s doorstep lies the Hauraki Gulf, known throughout the world as a boating paradise. For many divers, this area has a certain mystique. …More

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Right on Auckland’s doorstep lies the Hauraki Gulf, known throughout the world as a boating paradise. For many divers, this area has a certain mystique....

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Rotorua: Evening Starlight Gourmet Kayak Tour Glowworms

Embark on a mesmerizing evening adventure kayaking across Lake Rotoiti, New Zealand's gem. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery and the symphony of birdlife as …More

Embark on a mesmerizing evening adventure kayaking across Lake Rotoiti, New Zealand's gem. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery and the symphony of birdlife as...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Half Day, Grade 5, White Water Rafting on the Rangitikei River

Our grade 5, white water rafting trip is often recognised as one of the best half day trips in the world! It was recently voted …More

Our grade 5, white water rafting trip is often recognised as one of the best half day trips in the world! It was recently voted...

4 hours
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$160
Full-Day (2 dives) Scuba Diving at Goat Island Marine Reserve

Join this full-day scuba dive charter and dive in the beautiful marine reserves of Goat Island, Matheson Bay and Tawharanui. See stingrays, crays, large snapper …More

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Join this full-day scuba dive charter and dive in the beautiful marine reserves of Goat Island, Matheson Bay and Tawharanui. See stingrays, crays, large snapper...

7 hours
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$160
Tiritiri Matangi Sea Kayak Tour

Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries. …More

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Paddle into Paradise – Tiritiri Matangi Awaits! Embark on an epic full-day sea kayak adventure to one of the Hauraki Gulf’s most breathtaking wildlife sanctuaries....

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island | Auckland

Kayak to the land mark of the Auckland region while the sun is slowly setting over Auckland and the Waitakere Ranges. We pull our kayaks …More

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Kayak to the land mark of the Auckland region while the sun is slowly setting over Auckland and the Waitakere Ranges. We pull our kayaks...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Auckland: Day Sea Kayak Tour of Rangitoto Island

Come explore the landmark of the Auckland region and see Auckland city from another perspective. You kayak across the Waitemata harbour, meaning 'sparkling waters', where …More

Come explore the landmark of the Auckland region and see Auckland city from another perspective. You kayak across the Waitemata harbour, meaning 'sparkling waters', where...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Shore Excursion: Scenic Rafting from Napier

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the …More

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Glow Worm Kayak Tour

Come and explore the Rotorua Lakes on a truly unique and magical kayaking experience. This amazing evening adventure takes you along the lake shorelines in …More

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Come and explore the Rotorua Lakes on a truly unique and magical kayaking experience. This amazing evening adventure takes you along the lake shorelines in...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$129
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

Our Tongariro River expedition offers a unique blend of excitement and accessibility. Perfect for first-time rafters, the grade 3 rapids promise thrills and spills without …More

Our Tongariro River expedition offers a unique blend of excitement and accessibility. Perfect for first-time rafters, the grade 3 rapids promise thrills and spills without...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
RiverBug – the New Whitewater Adventure near Rotorua

• The 'Kiwi' invented Riverbug enables a safe and fun way for first-timers to enjoy whitewater in their own craft. Their small size and unique …More

• The 'Kiwi' invented Riverbug enables a safe and fun way for first-timers to enjoy whitewater in their own craft. Their small size and unique...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

* Small groups and personal service * We are the only kayak company able to land at Cathedral Cove * Friendly guides and modern kayaking …More

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* Small groups and personal service * We are the only kayak company able to land at Cathedral Cove * Friendly guides and modern kayaking...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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