- Scenic tours including Hole in the Rock and the World famous Cream Trip
- Dolphin watching and, if conditions allow, you can swim with them too.
- Island cruises, see where Zane Grey established his wonderful game fishing reputation.
- Sea Kayaking, either on your own or in a guided group.
- Yacht charters, day sails or over night charters including self skippered.
- Parasailing, on NZ's highest parasail
- Fishing, big game, line and fishing from the wharf and rocks, all better than working!
- Golf. A local practise driving range and just 20 minutes away is Waitangi golf course. The World famous Kauri Cliffs course is within easy day trip.
- Diving, on shipwrecks or coastal bays. Air refills available in the village
- History. Where to start? Pompallier Catholic mission with printery and bookbinding, Christ Church complete with musket ball holes, the infamous Te Maiki flagstaff , Museum and Duke of Marlborough Hotel.
- Eco friendly tours and walks, both around Russell village and to Cape Brett.
- Wine & cuisine is well catered for by an eclectic array of restaurants and take away establisments. Buy a bottle of wine at the liquor store and enjoy a pizza or fish and chips on the waterfront as the sun sets over the Bay.
- Art. There are art galleries featuring both local artists and finest Italian glass and wood artworks.
Property Matters Bay of Islands recommends the following tours:
Property Matters Bay of Islands recommends water-based activities:
Great Sights (was Fullers)
EXPLORE NZ Bay of Islands Dolphin Discoveries
Phantom Yacht Charters
Tall Ship R. Tucker Thompson
Bay Of Islands Fishing Charters - Anglers Anonymous
Bay of Islands Fishing Charters from just $99. Catch snapper, kingfish, & big game in the beautiful Bay of Islands with Anglers Anonymous
Property Matters Bay of Islands recommends for sightseeing:
Wairere Boulder Valley
Pompallier
Russell Museum
The Gallery & Cafe Helena Bay Hill
Property Matters Bay of Islands recommends this local rental car company: