North Island Tours and Activities
Start at the geothermal wonders of Rotorua or explore the stunning landscapes of Tongariro National Park. North Island invites you to engage with its rich Maori culture, beautiful coastlines, and thrilling adventures. Browse activities such as guided hikes or cultural experiences that showcase the unique charm of this region.The best North Island tour packages
North Island captivates with the iconic Bay of Islands and the lush vineyards of Hawke's Bay. Unwind at local cafés or explore vibrant markets for an authentic taste of Kiwi culture.
2.5 hours
4.97 (4488)
Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure
$120.91
2.5 hours
4.81 (3402)
Hobbiton™ Movie Set Walking Tour from Shires Rest
$72.91
3 hours
4.99 (2528)
Rotorua’s Ultimate Zipline: 6 ziplines, 400 m Tandem, Cliff Walk
$163.44
11 hours
4.94 (2504)
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch
$224.8
2.5 hours
4.98 (1797)
Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna
$82.02
35 minutes
4.93 (1411)
Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo
$88.1
2 hours
4.98 (1192)
White Water Rafting - Kaituna Cascades, The Originals
$82.02
6 hours
4.9 (1317)
Waiheke Island Wine Tours- PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !
$145.82
9 hours
4.88 (1255)
Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour from Auckland
$179.23
3 hours
4.76 (1457)
Cultural Experience & Seasonal Māori Cuisine at Te Pā Tū
$164.04
4.5 hours
4.6 (1734)
Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise
$133.06
12 hours
4.89 (1043)
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Small-Group Tour W Lunch from Auckland
$248.5
4.2 hours
4.92 (1001)
Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
$43
3 hours
4.92 (897)
Gannet Safaris Overland tour to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony
$60.15
2 hours
4.96 (823)
Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise
$88.1
4.6 (1383)
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
$45.83
3 hours
4.94 (838)
Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour
$124.55
3 hours
4.62 (1235)
Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
$102.68
2 hours
4.94 (716)
Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures
$82.02
5 hours
4.9 (740)
Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland
$121.51
3 hours
5 (640)
Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour
$72.91
1.5 hours
4.75 (853)
Wētā Workshop Unleashed - Tour
$39.49
2.5 hours
4.8 (767)
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
$33.42
1.5 hours
4.75 (784)
Wētā Workshop Experiences Tour - Wellington
$33.42
4.5 hours
4.91 (602)
Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers
$102.68
2 hours
4.66 (841)
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
$30.38
30 minutes
4.82 (595)
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
$92.85
3.5 hours
4.97 (474)
The Classic: our most popular electric bike tour of Auckland's Highlights
$109.36
3.5 hours
4.94 (479)
Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour – Lake Karapiro
$90.53
1.8 hours
4.79 (581)
Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour
$54.07
13 hours
4.73 (630)
Waitomo Caves & Rotorua - Te Puia Small-Group Tour from Auckland
$254.57
12 hours
4.6 (753)
Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Tour from Auckland with Lunch
$265.51
11 hours
4.9 (501)
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
$273.41
3.3 hours
4.71 (629)
Half Day Tour of Wellington
$69.99
45 minutes
4.81 (527)
Rotorua Forest Hot Tub Soak at Secret Spot
$27.34
5 hours
5 (411)
Kaituna Cascades - Grade 5 Wairoa River near Tauranga
$115.44
9 hours
4.88 (469)
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
$249.1
2.5 hours
4.98 (414)
Okere Falls Zipline Experience
$102.68
8 hours
4.84 (493)
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
$197.46
1 to 3 days
4.94 (427)
Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island
$406.46
3.3 hours
4.98 (407)
Waitomo’s Hidden Gem: Small-Group Off the Beaten Track Tour
$133.06
6 hours
4.8 (502)
Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour
$187.74
22 hours
4.88 (457)
The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise
$290.42
45 minutes
4.33 (955)
Waitomo Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
$49.21
6 hours
4.78 (500)
Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings
$108.97
3 hours
4.86 (451)
Waiheke Island: Zipline And Forest Walk
$90.53
2 hours
4.76 (498)
Velocity Valley Rotorua
$39.49
4 hours
4.85 (441)
2025 Award Winning: Auckland City Highlights Half Day Tour
$103.29
3 hours
4.94 (392)
Kaituna River White Water Rafting from Rotorua
$84.45
13 hours
4.87 (407)
Hobbiton & Rotorua including Wai-O-Tapu - Small Group Tour from Auckland
$260.65
Cities in North Island
Attractions in North Island
- Hobbiton Movie Set: Step into a magical film location.
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing: Experience a stunning guided hike adventure.
- Waitomo Glowworm Caves: Discover enchanting caves illuminated by glowworms.
- Bay of Islands Boat Tour: Sail through idyllic islands and marine wildlife.
- Rotorua Cultural Experience: Engage with Maori traditions and local cuisine.
Most popular destinations close to North Island
Day trips in North Island
Taupo
- Duration: 1 hour
- Highlights: Stunning lake views, Huka Falls' majesty
- Best for: Outdoor enthusiasts
Coromandel Peninsula
- Duration: full-day loop
- Highlights: Scenic beaches, hot water beach experience
- Best for: Nature lovers
Waitomo
- Duration: 2 hours
- Highlights: Glowworm caves, adventure caving options
- Best for: Thrill-seekers
7 hours
4.46 (112)
Tauranga Private Excursion: Rotorua -Te Puia-Geysers & Kiwi's
$595.42
6 hours
4.97 (31)
Private Tour Rotorua Shore Excursion up to 8 Passengers
$808.07
7 hours
5 (23)
Private Personalised Tour in Waiheke Island
$516.43
5 hours
5 (23)
Private Auckland City Tour For Small Group in a luxury vehicle.
$698.7
12 hours
4.95 (21)
Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience - Private Tour from Auckland
$819.61
8 hours
5 (20)
Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal
$940
12 hours
5 (19)
Private Tour - Rotorua Adventures Day Trip From Auckland
$606.35
8 hours
5 (19)
Exclusive Sailing Charter from Waiheke Island
$2734.06
10 hours
4.95 (19)
Private tour from Auckland - Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Zealong Tea & Kiwi Bird
$606.96
8 hours
4.52 (25)
Private Tongariro Crossing Guided Walk
$794.7
12 hours
4.94 (16)
Black Abyss: Ultimate Waitomo Caving - Private Tour from Auckland
$758.85
12 hours
5 (13)
Private Tour - Coromandel Beach, Caves & Forest
$577.19
5.5 hours
5 (13)
Private Charter Bay of Islands
$1124
11 hours
5 (13)
Waitomo Glowworm & Ruakuri Twin Cave - Private Tour From Auckland
$637.34
11 hours
5 (12)
Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitomo Glow Worm Caves Private Tour
$601.49
11 hours
5 (11)
Auckland to Waitomo Caves and Hobbiton Movie Set Private Tour
$656.18
11 hours
5 (11)
Private Hobbiton & Waitomo glowworm cave Day Trip from Auckland
$534.66
12 hours
4.75 (12)
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves & Te Puia (Rotorua) Private Tour
$576.58
12 hours
4.82 (11)
Bay of Islands Private Tour
$577.19
11 hours
4.9 (10)
Private Luxury Tour to Hobbiton Movie Set & Waitimo Glowworm Cave
$1640.44
13 hours
4.9 (10)
Bay of Islands Heritage Experience from Auckland incl. Waitangi & Russell
$576.58
13 hours
4.9 (10)
Bay of Islands Discovery Experience from Auckland incl. Hole In The Rock Cruise
$637.34
6 hours
4.5 (12)
Private Auckland's West Coast - Piha/ Muriwai - Wild West Tour
$513.4
13 hours
4.8 (10)
Private Tour: Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Cave Experience
$698.1
12 hours
5 (8)
The Ultimate Canopy Zipline Experience Private Tour From Auckland
$758.85
11 hours
5 (8)
Black Labyrinth: Black Water Rafting - Private Tour from Auckland
$698.1
11 hours
5 (8)
Rotorua Private tour with Hotspring
$516.43
9 hours
5 (8)
Private Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
$1944.22
13 hours
4.88 (8)
Te Puia & Hells Gate incl. Mud Spa Experience Private Tour
$698.1
5 hours
5 (7)
Auckland City Private Tour for Couples. Be chauffeur driven with added extras.
$732.12
7 hours
5 (7)
Tauranga Private Shore Excursion: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
$595.42
10 hours
5 (7)
Private Full-Day Rotorua Tour from Auckland
$583.27
6 hours
5 (6)
Private Luxury Sailing Catamaran Charter in the Bay of Islands
$1254.63
10 hours
5 (6)
Hobbiton Movie Set Banquet Experience Private Tour From Auckland
$758.85
7 hours
5 (6)
Luxury Small group tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set
$759.46
12 hours
5 (6)
Private Day Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set, Rotorua Mud Pool & More
$1099
6 hours
5 (6)
Tauranga to Magical Hobbiton Movie Set - Private Shore Excursion
$620
13 hours
5 (6)
Devil's Bath Experience - Private Tour to Wai-O-Tapu & Lake Taupo
$637.34
6 hours
4.83 (6)
Private Tour Waiotapu Geothermal Shore Excursion up to 8 passengers
$814.14
12 hours
4.83 (6)
Private Tour - Hobbiton Movie Set & Te Puia (Rotorua)
$577.19
8.5 hours
5 (5)
Tauranga-Hobbiton-Rotorua : Movie Set & Geysers: Private Tour
$876
4 hours
5 (5)
Private Tour in Wellington
$604.53
10 hours
5 (5)
Private tour - Hobbiton Movie Set Evening Banquet Return from Auckland
$789.84
6 hours
5 (5)
Private Waiheke Food & Wine Tour
$546.81
8 hours
5 (5)
Private Tour - Waiheke Island Luxury Experience
$604.53
7 hours
5 (5)
Tauranga to Rotorua Geysers & Canopy Tree Walk. Private Tour.
$768
7 hours
4.8 (5)
Private Rotorua Tour from Tauranga (Max 11)
$850.6
8 hours
3.36 (11)
Private Tour: Waitomo Caves Day Trip from Auckland
$549.85
8 hours
3.36 (11)
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Auckland
$514.61
13 hours
5 (4)
Hobbiton & Rotorua Living Māori Village Private Tour Ex-Auckland
$698.1
North Island Expert Travel Tips
- Check prices on the app before booking.
- Bring cash (NZ$) for local markets.
- Book tours in advance during peak seasons.
- Dress in layers for unpredictable weather.
- Respect local customs when visiting cultural sites.
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Best time to visit North Island
Spring 2025
Spring brings mild weather, perfect for hiking. Experience the vibrant Rotorua Gardens blooming with color.
Summer 2025
Enjoy warm temperatures ideal for beach days. The Auckland Lantern Festival celebrates culture with art and cuisine.
Autumn 2025
Autumn reveals crisp air and stunning foliage. Winery tours in Hawke’s Bay showcase regional craftsmanship.
Winter 2025
Winter offers cooler temps, ideal for skiing. Visit Mount Ruapehu for thrilling snow sports and scenic views.
FAQs
Do I need to book tours in advance?
Yes, booking tours ahead is recommended, especially during peak seasons. Many popular tours sell out weeks in advance.
Is it easy to navigate North Island?
Most towns are accessible by car or bus. Expect travel times of about two to three hours between major locations.
What is the best way to explore North Island?
Driving offers the most flexibility. Rent a car to explore scenic routes like the Thermal Explorer Highway.
How much does it cost to visit attractions?
Attraction fees range from NZ$15 to NZ$100, depending on the experience. Always check online for current pricing.
Can I use my credit card everywhere?
Most places accept credit cards, but some local markets may only take cash (NZ$). Always keep some cash on hand.