A walk along the Kerikeri River Track is well worth the diversion when visiting Kemp House and the Stone Store, or on a separate half-day excursion. The full track is an easy 1 hour 30 minute walk each way [...]
Probably Paihia’s most popular local track, this family-friendly walk takes you along the Waitangi River from the carpark opposite the Treaty Grounds to the Haruru Falls that are spectacular after heavy rain. Waitangi to Haruru Falls is a ‘go [...]
We’re seeing a growing trend in guests wishing to bring the pet dog along on holiday. Apparently we’re not alone in witnessing the trend, and in fact it’s a national phenomenon. That’s fine with us; we’re dog lovers ourselves [...]
Some of the best Bay of islands activities are free ones, especially if you enjoy local walks. Your stay at North Base puts you right on the spot for a couple of short tramps; one that can be easily [...]
Paihia offers all the facilities and services that diving enthusiasts require. And it’s the ideal base for exploration of Northland’s top underwater attractions. Just 45 minutes’ drive north of Paihia is Matauri Bay and the Rainbow Warrior wreck, one [...]
Bring your bikes to North Base or hire them from one of several local outlets. Then set out for the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park, with a wide variety of trails to match the abilities of every rider in the family. [...]
With all the facilities and attractions the Bay of Islands has to offer, it's the ideal location for a destination wedding. Many of our guests are here for that very reason, and we’ve taken on board their comments in [...]
When planning to stay in Paihia, the first place most Kiwis think about visiting is the Waitangi Treaty Ground: the place for all New Zealanders where the nation’s history was first shaped. Walk from North Base to the Treaty [...]
On the banks of the Waipekakoura River half an hour’s drive from North Base, the Kerikeri Mission Station is one of New Zealand’s foremost historic sites. At this revered place local Māori interacted on peaceful terms with the earliest [...]
When we’re able to take a day off, there’s nothing we enjoy more than getting out on the Bay. Our favourite island destination is Urupukapuka, The Bay’s largest and a Department of Conservation recreation reserve. The indented coastline and [...]