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Top 4 kids-friendly things to do in Paihia

Tours and experiences in Paihia that work for travellers with children — pacing built for short attention spans, snack stops, and the kind of hosts who actually want kids around. Hand-picked by Rovostays from operators we've personally vetted.

  1. Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover (Half Day), Paihia1

    1. Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover (Half Day)

    4.9· 45 reviews· 3 hours

    Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Stopover Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands Locally owned and operated, with a passion for sharing our beautiful area. Suitable for all ages, families, solo travellers and couples...experience it all! • Cruise among 144 Subtropical Islands • Visit the Hole in the Rock and Cathedral Cave • Lookout for unique Marine Wildlife throughout the day • Interactive commentary and information • Stopover at Roberton Island and the Twin Lagoons / Otehei Bay ** • Walk to the island lookout point for stunning views over the Bay of Islands **Route subject to change depending weather and wind directions

  2. Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers, Paihia2

    2. Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour - with two island stopovers

    4.9· 833 reviews· 4.5 hours

    Escape the crowds and discover the Bay of Islands on our 4.5 hour personalised and interactive Island Cruise & Tour. Locally owned and operated, with a passion for sharing our beautiful area. Suitable for all ages, families, solo travellers and couples...experience it all! • Scenic cruise among 144 sub-tropical Islands • Two remote island stopovers • Native bush walks and 360 degree views from the island lookout points • Visit the famous Hole in the Rock and Cape Brett Lighthouse • Snorkel untouched island reefs • Lookout for unique wildlife throughout the day • Interactive commentary and information • Scenic cruising among 144 subtropical islandsThere's no better way to spend the day....join us on our Hole in the Rock Cruise & Island Tour

  3. The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise, Paihia3

    3. The Rock Adventure Overnight Cruise

    4.9· 460 reviews· 22 hours

    Immerse yourself in the Bay of Islands... The Ultimate Bay of Islands Boat Cruise! The only overnight cruise in the Bay of Islands, offering snorkeling, kayaking, island walks and the opportunity to catch or collect seafood. Come aboard The Rock for a truly unique experience - with a homely atmosphere, a warm welcome from our crew and a variety of awesome activities to keep you entertained and immersed in this amazing part of the world. Departing from Paihia Wharf, this is the best way to spend 22 hours in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand.  The Rock Classic Overnight Cruise is a tour of the Bay of Islands with loads of fun for all the family including activities like target shooting, dusk fishing, night kayaking, snorkeling, guided island walk, collect seafood, paddle boards, informative chats with our knowledgeable crew and more. Accommodation in a shared cabins, all activities, dinner, breakfast and lunch included.

  4. Parasailing Adventure Over the Bay of Islands, Paihia4

    4. Parasailing Adventure Over the Bay of Islands

    4.8· 123 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Go Parasailing in a tandem or triple flight with your friends NZ's HIGHEST Parasailing at 1300ft of towline. Enjoy fantastic sceneries over the Bay of Islands with views over Russell, the outer Islands and even to the "hole in the Rock". More than 30 years experience within the Parasailing industry Suitable for all ages, no physical or age restrictions

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