Bay of Islands 2 Day Tour from Auckland | Cheeky Kiwi Travel | Shaara Deals
Bay of Islands & Paihia 2-day small group tour and cruise from Auckland with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, from $729 on Shaara Deals. Waitangi, Hole in the Rock, Kauri Museum.
Two days isn't long, but Cheeky Kiwi Travel's Bay of Islands & Paihia small group tour, listed on Shaara Deals from $729, packs in both coasts of subtropical Northland: a guided drive out of Auckland, an overnight stop in Paihia, and a full day cruising the Bay of Islands before heading back.
Day one: Auckland to Paihia
The tour leaves Auckland and heads west, stopping first at the Kauri Museum to learn the story of New Zealand's largest native tree, before continuing into Waipoua Forest to see Tane Mahuta, known as the Lord of the Forest. From there it's on to Opononi Beach on the Hokianga Harbour for a lunch break, then north to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for a fully guided tour and cultural performance at what the tour describes as Aotearoa New Zealand's most important historic site. The day ends with an overnight stay in Paihia (accommodation is self-booked).
Day two: the Bay of Islands cruise
After breakfast, the group departs on a roughly 4.5-hour cruise through the islands, with guides covering the region's history and nature while watching for dolphins and whales. The cruise continues to the Hole in the Rock at Cape Brett (weather permitting), then stops at Otehei Bay on Urupukapuka Island, where there's time to swim, walk the white sand beach, or head up the hill for views over the whole Bay of Islands — the island also has a licensed bar and café. The tour then makes the guided return drive to Auckland, with stops along the way, dropping guests back at their hotel.
What the tour includes
• Small group, fully guided tour
• Entry to the Kauri Museum
• Waitangi guided tour and cultural performance
• Bay of Islands cruise tickets
• Water and snacks
Hotel accommodation in Paihia isn't included and needs to be booked separately.
Tour details
• Price: From NZD $729.00
• Duration: Approximately 36 hours (2 days)
• Departs: Auckland
• Operator: Cheeky Kiwi Travel
FAQ: Bay of Islands 2 Day Tour
Is hotel accommodation included? No — the overnight stay in Paihia is self-booked and excluded from the tour price.
What's included in the cruise? A roughly 4.5-hour Bay of Islands cruise, including a stop at the Hole in the Rock (weather permitting) and time on Urupukapuka Island.
Is food provided? Water and snacks are provided; meals along the way (such as lunch at Opononi Beach) are at your own cost.
Book the Bay of Islands & Paihia 2 Day Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel directly through Shaara Deals: https://shaaradeals.co.nz/deal/6a978358bf8dfadbb169da66
