We Highly Recommend

Tipsy Oyster

Warning!! Their food will take you to a roller coaster ride of flavours from Southeast Asia, India, Middle East and beyond.

Bay Beach Hire

Bay Beach Hire specialises in sea kayak and bike rentals. They will supply you with the leading kayaks and safety equipment available on today’s market.

Bay of Islands Water Taxi

We pride ourselves on our manaakitangi (hospitality) and whanaungatanga (making you feel like one of the family), they are 2 of the important acts of service in our Culture, the first and most important one is ensuring that everything we do is done in aroha (love)

Ngawha Springs

Te Waiariki Ngawha Springs are natural geothermal healing waters that come directly from the earth. There are 16 mineral baths each with unique nutrient and temperature characteristics, used for centuries for relaxation as well as their therapeutic qualities and healing properties. 

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Waitangi welcomes you on a journey of discovery through Aotearoa New Zealand’s most important historic site. Explore the two new contemporary museums, Te Rau Aroha museum, Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi, the carving studio, new exhibition in the Treaty House, Te Whare Rūnanga, traditional Māori waka, and enjoy a full programme of tours and cultural performances.

Otehei Bay

Otehei Bay an island paradise just a short ferry ride from Paihia or Russell. As one of the few accessible islands in the Bay of Islands, Otehei Bay offers a unique opportunity to explore an uninhabited island; walk, kayak and swim or simply relax and revive taking in the prolific bird song.

Bay of Islands Walks

Looking for a scenic and peaceful way to soak up the atmosphere of the area? Explore the Bay of Islands on foot and experience some of the region’s many scenic walks and hikes. With walks, tracks, and trails to suit any fitness level, you are sure to discover some of the area’s hidden gems and natural beauty along your journey.

Waitangi Mountain Bike Park

Waitangi Mountain Bike Park provides the perfect introduction to mountain biking with lots of easy, scenic trails that you can take at your own pace. It offers 30 trails of varying difficulty with great flow and features, from introductory downhill riding, jump trails, cross country and beginner trails.

 

El Cafe

Local cafe not far from the Pickled Parrot. Perfect for dropping in for breakfast or lunch, you can soak up the friendly Latin American atmosphere within our cafe or sit outside to enjoy the sun and the view down to the beach and out the bay.