Local knowledge, practical itineraries and holiday inspiration from North Base Accommodation, Paihia.
Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning to explore more of New Zealand’s beautiful Far North, our Northland Holiday Guides are designed to help you make the most of your stay at North Base accommodation, Paihia.
Drawing on local knowledge and years of welcoming guests to the Bay of Islands, we’re creating a growing collection of practical guides, suggested itineraries and holiday ideas covering everything from scenic drives and world-class diving to golf, fishing, history, beaches and family adventures. Many of our guides include realistic day trips, driving times and local tips to help you experience the very best of Northland at your own pace.
Our aim is simple: to provide honest, helpful information that inspires you to explore this remarkable region while enjoying the comfort of staying at North Base accommodation in Paihia.
If you have suggestions, updates or local experiences you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you. Your feedback helps us keep our guides accurate, useful and up to date for future visitors.
North Base Accommodation for Golf in Northland, NZ
Stay at North Base, Paihia on a Northland Golf Holiday Northland has one of the highest concentrations of golf courses relative to population anywhere in New Zealand. For a largely rural region, the variety of golf available is remarkable—from internationally [...]
Kerikeri River Track
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 through [...]
Waitangi – Haruru Falls walk
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 to’ [...]
Dogs on holiday: it’s ok at North Base
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 and [...]
Some short walks from your North Base doorstep
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 covered [...]
Dive into Northland’s Underwater World
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 of [...]