Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Okaihau February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Okaihau](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaihau-Hotels.d3000399905.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Okaihau Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Okaihau.d3000399905.Car-Hire-Guide)[Okaihau Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaihau.d3000399905.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Okaihau ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Okaihau Types of activities [Okaihau travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Okaihau.dx3000399905) ## Okaihau Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Okaihau has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Okaihau, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Okaihau with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Okaihau Okaihau is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Okaihau, and make it a breeze to explore Okaihau and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Okaihau to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Okaihau, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Okaihau. #### Okaihau attractions Okaihau has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Okaihau to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Okaihau. Looking for things to do in Okaihau can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Okaihau or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Okaihau attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Bay of Islands Visit the stunning Bay of Islands on New Zealand’s North Island and enjoy the many water-based tours, from discovering uninhabited islands dotted around the cold, blue waters to watching dolphins leap around the boat. Enjoy the relaxed, friendly atmosphere in the bay’s towns or retreat to the ancient native forests to be at one with nature. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bay-Of-Islands-Northland.d6024124.Attraction) ![Russell showing a bay or harbour and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024124/27bb6ef8-e4b3-4b52-9a73-efd5eee06810.jpg) ### 2\. Paihia Beach Enjoy fishing, swimming, picnicking and many other outdoor activities at Paihia Town Beach. The main beach is lined with several cafés and restaurants serving international cuisine and fresh seafood caught by local fishermen. Book a sea kayaking adventure or a big game fishing charter and set out into the sea. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Beach-Northland.d6111722.Attraction) ![Paihia Beach which includes a pebble beach and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111722/7f8d51b5-9d88-4e9c-ac88-946201003358.jpg) ### 3\. Paihia Wharf Paihia Wharf is the departure point for some of the best fishing charters and boat trips in the Bay of Islands. Take a scenic cruise up Waitangi River or go on a dolphin-watching tour. A passenger ferry to Russell, one of the first European settlements in New Zealand, also leaves from the wharf. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Wharf-Paihia.d6291934.Attraction) ![Paihia Wharf featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6291934/0e8b7e76-5fa3-458f-abdf-13940bf16d6d.jpg) ### 4\. Russell Beach Russell Beach is the hub of the town and a popular place to swim, relax and fish. Stroll along the main beach, which is also known as Kororareka, and survey the restaurants, cafés and lodges that line the adjoining walkway. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Russell-Beach-Russell.d6111726.Attraction) ![Russell Beach which includes a bay or harbour and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111726/777c6990-7253-49f9-a6f5-9c563524daa4.jpg) ### 5\. Haruru Falls Haruru Falls is steeped in Māori history and famous for its striking waterfall. Find great views of the falls and embark on a nature walk that leads through the nearby mangrove forest. Alternatively, approach the falls by kayak. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haruru-Falls-Haruru.d6272438.Attraction) ![Haruru Falls showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272438/4ec5da2d-2307-4374-be6d-176a2a616855.jpg) ### 6\. Flagstaff Hill Flagstaff Hill, or Te Maiki in Māori, has been an important vantage point for centuries. It remains popular today for those same views and its historical significance. Enjoy the 360-degree vistas of the Bay of Islands and the Waitangi Treaty Grounds on the horizon. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flagstaff-Hill-Russell.d6111730.Attraction) ![Flagstaff Hill showing a bay or harbour and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111730/41dc944c-b556-4e3b-9271-d583faba67db.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Okaihau | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Puketi Rainforest Guided Walks .This is not a Shore Excursion product .](/things-to-do/puketi-rainforest-guided-walks.a726568.activity-details): £60 | | Top 5 things to do | [Puketi Rainforest Guided Walks .This is not a Shore Excursion product .](/things-to-do/puketi-rainforest-guided-walks.a726568.activity-details)[Shore Excursion To Historic Kerikeri Including Lunch](/things-to-do/historic-keririkeri-tour-glow-worm-caves.a1760218.activity-details)[Bay of Islands Shore Excursion: Puketi Rainforest Guided Walk](/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-shore-excursion-puketi-rainforest-guided-walk.a1760417.activity-details)[Paihia or Kerikeri: Wine, Spirit, & Craft Beer Tour](/things-to-do/from-paihia-or-kerikeri-bay-of-islands-wine-tour.a44506890.activity-details)[Guided Puketi Kauri Forest Tour in Bay of Islands](/things-to-do/guided-puketi-kauri-forest-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a50753966.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Guided Puketi Kauri Forest Tour in Bay of Islands](/things-to-do/guided-puketi-kauri-forest-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a50753966.activity-details) | | With kids | [Puketi Rainforest Guided Walks .This is not a Shore Excursion product .](/things-to-do/puketi-rainforest-guided-walks.a726568.activity-details)[Bay of Islands Shore Excursion: Puketi Rainforest Guided Walk](/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-shore-excursion-puketi-rainforest-guided-walk.a1760417.activity-details)[Guided Puketi Kauri Forest Tour in Bay of Islands](/things-to-do/guided-puketi-kauri-forest-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a50753966.activity-details)[Bay of Islands - Explorer Tour](/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-explorer-tour.a50663328.activity-details) | ## What to do in Okaihau --- ### Popular places to visit #### Manginangina Kauri Walk You can take time to visit Manginangina Kauri Walk during your travels to Okaihau. Take some time to visit the spas in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manginangina-Kauri-Walk-Okaihau.d553248634141021749.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Okaihau ![Kerikeri showing a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024124/821cf14b-44b0-4e0c-82f0-5cb52acdf41c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kerikeri ![The Welcoming Spirit Of Sound Above Tane Hiira, The King Of The Cedar Forest - Carver: Tupari Tewhata (Maori), Kaikohe, New Zealand 1986. Cowichan Valley, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8295/1cac8620-56c0-4759-a440-a39cb2ceb5a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kaikohe ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Okaihau worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Okaihau? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Okaihau? ### Is three days enough to stay in Okaihau? ### What are some activities to do in Okaihau with kids? > - [Puketi Rainforest Guided Walks .This is not a Shore Excursion product .](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/puketi-rainforest-guided-walks.a726568.activity-details) > - [Bay of Islands Shore Excursion: Puketi Rainforest Guided Walk](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-shore-excursion-puketi-rainforest-guided-walk.a1760417.activity-details) > - [Guided Puketi Kauri Forest Tour in Bay of Islands](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-puketi-kauri-forest-tour-in-bay-of-islands.a50753966.activity-details) > - [Bay of Islands - Explorer Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bay-of-islands-explorer-tour.a50663328.activity-details) ### What to do in Okaihau for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Okaihau? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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