Title: Urupukapuka Island Travel Guide: Best of Urupukapuka Island, Northland Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Urupukapuka Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Urupukapuka-Island-Hotels.d6111735.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Urupukapuka Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Urupukapuka-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d6111735.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Urupukapuka Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Urupukapuka-Island.d6111735.Car-Hire-Guide)[Urupukapuka Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Urupukapuka-Island.d6111735.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Urupukapuka Island Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Russell showing a bay or harbour and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111735/83e91895-a031-401a-ac60-5fbaa8436c60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell showing a bay or harbour and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111735/83e91895-a031-401a-ac60-5fbaa8436c60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bay of Islands featuring a beach, a bay or harbor and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024124/359f58c0-1f19-4af3-9a75-d4f0190fc11c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell featuring rugged coastline, a bay or harbour and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111735/eb5147cd-5b42-4395-8542-6c9b253829a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Russell featuring forests, a beach and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024124/3cd9f32b-8bb2-4646-943e-dfea13c0ea90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Urupukapuka Island #### With golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and abundant reef life, this beautiful island is perfect for camping, hiking, snorkelling and kayaking. The largest island in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, Urupukapuka Island is bliss for active travellers, with sea kayaking, camping and outdoor activities aplenty. Hike around this secluded island for outstanding views of the coastline and Pacific Ocean and book a dolphin-watching charter to get out onto the sea. The island is a place of exceeding natural beauty and tranquillity. Explore a stunning pohutukawa forest and vast kikuyu grasslands. Look for a large wetland habitat, fascinating archaeological sites and the island’s major bays: Entico, Otehei and Urupukapuka. Launch a sea kayak or paddleboard from Otehei Bay and explore this beautiful island by water. Rent snorkel equipment and dive below the surface to witness the bay’s extensive reef life. Otehei Bay is home to an open-air restaurant where visitors can dine in a peaceful outdoor setting. Follow the Urupukapuka Island Walk around the outer edge of the island and take in great views of the bays and jagged coastline. The walk is just over 7 kilometres (4 miles) long and takes about 5 hours to complete. Be on alert for different species of birds, such as oystercatchers and dotterels. Dolphin and whale sightings are also common on the island. Bring along your swimsuit for a refreshing post-hike dip in one of the island’s swimming bays. The striking Urupukapuka Island is about 240 kilometres (150 miles) from Auckland and can only be reached by boat. Water taxis run from Paihia and Russell. During summer, boats depart several times daily, making it possible to enjoy a daytrip to the pretty island. If you want to camp overnight, bear in mind that campsite bookings are essential. Some, though not all campsites feature shower facilities. Spend a day relaxing on Urupukapuka Island’s quiet, uncrowded beaches or stay and camp for a few nights to fully experience the island’s many natural wonders. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6111735) - Top hotels in Urupukapuka Island - Top Holiday Rentals in Urupukapuka Island ![Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/575600/575504/25c15d47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Paihia Pacific Resort Hotel 27 Kings Road Paihia £83 19 Mar - 20 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (593 reviews) TV had white circles throughout the screen. The venue is a little tired and in need of some updates. Really dislike the payment surcharge as well. Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F03%2F2026&endDate=20%2F03%2F2026&selected=575504&PinnedHotelID=575504&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6111735) ![Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26206/e69356ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia 104 Marsden Road Paihia £100 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Paihia. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) It was awesome! 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Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Sea-Spray-Suites-Heritage-Collection.h2053938.Hotel-Information) ![Blue Pacific Quality Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1910000/1903400/1903388/fd47ad90_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blue Pacific Quality Apartments 166 Marsden Road Paihia Stay at this beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Te Ti Bay and Te Tii Marae Waitangi are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (217 reviews) Lovely and clean room, comfy warm bed and nice view Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Blue-Pacific-Quality-Apartments.h1903388.Hotel-Information) ![Outrigger Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953178/4279df76_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Outrigger Motel 45 Williams Road Paihia Stay at this beach aparthotel in Paihia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (200 reviews) A little tired, close walking distance to everything. Was good last minute accomodation. Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paihia-Hotels-Outrigger-Motel.h6953178.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Urupukapuka Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6111735&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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