Overview

4.5

1,043 reviews

Excellent53%
Very good38%
Average7%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“catch the ferry” (10 reviews)

“cruise ship” (35 reviews)

“fish and chips” (10 reviews)

LOCATION

Paihia harbour, Bay of Islands, Paihia, New Zealand

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Ways to Experience Paihia Harbour

Pahia Shore Excursion: Private Half-Day Bay...

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Island Cliffs and Caves Adventure Tour

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Bay Of Islands Nature Cruise And Kayaking...

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Parasailing Adventure over the Bay of Islands

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David P

Manchester, United Kingdom

15877

Reviewed yesterday

Quite a busy little place

The harbour area is worth visiting and is directly adjacent to the main shopping, dining and entertainment areas. The harbour is accessible to all and is very well maintained. Several firms operate sightseeing boats and the chance to see/swim with the dolphins in the bay....More

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lesleysealite

auckland

5

Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Sealite

Small charter for fishing is ideal. One on one and not too crowded which makes for an enjoyable time.

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mmehall79

Houston, Texas

6

Reviewed 2 days ago

Pretty Place

Our accommodations had beautiful views overlooking the harbour. There are B&B's, motels and hotels to fit all budgets. Some good restaurants too. Safe to walk along the beach.

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Nadheera D

Ryde, Australia

7532

Reviewed 3 days ago

Beautiful harbour and nice little town

As part of a tour, I went on a cruise round the bay. Before the tour, there was about an hour or so to walk around the town. It was a lovely little town with nice shops and restaurants and cafes. the time I visited...More

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Linda A

Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

779381

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Busy little town

We visited Piahia town and harbour while on a cruise in February. It was a very pretty little town with lots of shops, restaurants and fast food places, but it was very busy. We tried to get a table in several restaurants but they were...More

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tekohiwi

Whitianga, New Zealand

15741

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Beautiful spot

Paihia is such a beautiful place in NZ. Plenty of activity in and around the harbour. Buy an ice cream or get a coffee and sit and watch the Para sailing, fishing boats, ferries etc. Plenty to see and do.

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Rooombiter

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

29482

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Beautiful place

We caught a ferry from Russell to Paihia and loved walking round in the sunshine. There is always something going on and it’s a pleasant place to spend some time enjoying a drink in one of the restaurants watching the boats coming and going? The...More

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Michelle659

Cambridge, New Zealand

214

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Kiwi Family

This is a beautiful setting. Multiple options for activities that can be enjoyed. Nearby shopping centre.

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Jose F

369

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Stunning view - People are very helpful

Stunning view this is the place where you can book everything you can do at Paihia. Go to the oficial bureau there you can get all info you need to plan your day/stay. Staff there is amazingly friendly and attentive.

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srgauger

West Des Moines, Iowa

14621

Reviewed 30 April 2018

Pleasant Way to Spend and Afternoon

This harbor is full of great shopping and restaurants. Great views and plenty to see and do. Do a cruise into the bay, stunning views!.

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Questions & Answers

amaralswpb

Hi- how do I get from Auckland to Roturua stay a night in Roturua and then head on to Paihia stay a night there and then head back to Auckland on April 3 evening.

9 March 2017|

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Hi, it's best driving, renting a car & from Auckland to rotorua is 2:40 mins by car or close to 8 hrs via a bus which will be a whole day wasted if travel by bus. If your staying one day you not gonna see much, we stayed 3... More

DiyanahA

The Rock cruise - anyone been on it?

14 February 2017|

AnswerShow all 5 answers

there are several hole in the rock cruises fas tjet if you do not mind the bumps The hole in the rock cruise which is more sedate and you often encounter dolphins The cream trip that goes around the islands and also in the... More