Opua Forest
Visit Opua Forest
Tours & day trips
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Paihia/Russell: Hole in the Rock Cruise with 2 Island Stops
Private & custom tours
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From Paihia: Scenic Cruise with Roberton Island Stopover
History & culture
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Bay of Islands Scenic Tour
Adventure & outdoor
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Bay of Islands: 4.5 Hour Day Cruise and Island Getaway Tour
Popular places to visit
![Paihia Wharf featuring a bay or harbor and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180330-Paihia-Wharf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Paihia Wharf
Dine on fresh seafood in local restaurants, admire stunning oceanfront views and embark on cruises and fishing excursions from this pretty wharf.
![Paihia Beach featuring a coastal town, a bay or harbor and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179874-Paihia-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Paihia Beach
Go on fishing charters, swim in the sea and browse shops and restaurants near Paihia’s main beach, the site of an annual swimming event that attracts competitors from around the country.
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Treaty House
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Treaty House during your travels in Waitangi. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Find out about the history of Waitangi when you spend time at Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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Haruru Falls
Walk along the banks of the scenic Waitangi River and admire this beautiful horseshoe-shaped waterfall. Continue on the trail to the famous Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
![Russell Museum showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/179000/179973-Russell-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Russell Museum
Learn about Russell’s Māori heritage and the history of European settlers through this vast collection of photographs, documents and other objects.
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