Things to do on New Year's Eve in North Island (Updated 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
90-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour Waitomo

Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. Journey down through the spectacular spiral entrance, and marvel at the softly folding …More

Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. Journey down through the spectacular spiral entrance, and marvel at the softly folding...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$69
Cathedral Cove Boat Tour in Hahei

Discover Cathedral Cove and beyond with Hahei Explorer, the original Cathedral Cove boat tour since 1992. Departing straight from Hahei Beach, our small-group adventure takes …More

Discover Cathedral Cove and beyond with Hahei Explorer, the original Cathedral Cove boat tour since 1992. Departing straight from Hahei Beach, our small-group adventure takes...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$71
Sailing Catamaran Cruise - Island Stop & Lunch - Bay of Islands

Discover the Bay of Islands under sail — Join our crew for a 6-hour shared day charter from Paihia Wharf. Explore hidden bays, pristine beaches …More

Discover the Bay of Islands under sail — Join our crew for a 6-hour shared day charter from Paihia Wharf. Explore hidden bays, pristine beaches...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$122
Waiheke Island: 3 Vineyards, Stunning Views & Wine Tastings

Waiheke's most booked wine tour — and for good reason! Three stunning vineyards, fabulous wine tastings, breathtaking scenery and local guides who know the island …More

Waiheke's most booked wine tour — and for good reason! Three stunning vineyards, fabulous wine tastings, breathtaking scenery and local guides who know the island...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$110
Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa: International Visitor Entry

Te Papa Museum of New Zealand is unique for its innovative, interactive exhibits that engage visitors through cutting-edge technology, its deep respect and authentic representation …More

Te Papa Museum of New Zealand is unique for its innovative, interactive exhibits that engage visitors through cutting-edge technology, its deep respect and authentic representation...

2 days Free Cancellation
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$20
Rotorua Highlights Tour: Waiotapu, Hot Tubs & Lunch from Auckland

Discover the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation on this full-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Explore the geothermal wonders of Wai O Tapu, before …More

Discover the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation on this full-day tour from Auckland to Rotorua. Explore the geothermal wonders of Wai O Tapu, before...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$170
Discover the Bay - Hole in the Rock cruise includes Island Lunch

Join this half-day tour of the wonderful Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife …More

Join this half-day tour of the wonderful Bay of Islands. Experience the spectacular scenery in an area rich in culture and history. Encounter diverse wildlife...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$122
Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Pavilion (12+ yrs) Hot Pool Bathing

Immerse yourself in an exclusive retreat for adults and young adults aged 12 and above, featuring serene hot pools and a reflexology walk. Rejuvenate in …More

Immerse yourself in an exclusive retreat for adults and young adults aged 12 and above, featuring serene hot pools and a reflexology walk. Rejuvenate in...

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$31
Auckland Explorer: Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Experience the best things to see in Auckland with a 24 or 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket! The routes each take approximately 1 …More

Experience the best things to see in Auckland with a 24 or 48-hour hop on hop off bus ticket! The routes each take approximately 1...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$41
Napier E-bike Hire

Make the most of your day in Napier - hop on one of our E-bikes and start exploring! Discover the beauty of Hawke’s Bay on …More

Make the most of your day in Napier - hop on one of our E-bikes and start exploring! Discover the beauty of Hawke’s Bay on...

1 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$60
Tongariro Crossing Premium Guided Group Walk

Experience the majestic Tongariro National Park and feel the crisp mountain air as you follow your expert guide across the Tongariro Alpine Crossing for a …More

Experience the majestic Tongariro National Park and feel the crisp mountain air as you follow your expert guide across the Tongariro Alpine Crossing for a...

8 hours
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$255
Tauranga Harbour Scenic 90 Minute Historical Boat Cruise

Discover Tauranga Harbour aboard the iconic KEWPIE — a relaxing, great‑value scenic cruise showcasing one of New Zealand’s most beautiful coastal environments. Enjoy a laid‑back …More

Discover Tauranga Harbour aboard the iconic KEWPIE — a relaxing, great‑value scenic cruise showcasing one of New Zealand’s most beautiful coastal environments. Enjoy a laid‑back...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$28
Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington

This locally guided food walking tour includes all tastings and a real insight into the life of a local. As they say, you can't beat …More

This locally guided food walking tour includes all tastings and a real insight into the life of a local. As they say, you can't beat...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$128
Milky Way Glowworm Cave Tour

Get close up to glowworms in the Milky Way Glowworm Cave and learn all about their amazing lifecycle and why they glow in this pristine …More

Get close up to glowworms in the Milky Way Glowworm Cave and learn all about their amazing lifecycle and why they glow in this pristine...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$28
Coromandel Adventure and Wildlife Boat Tour to Aldermen Islands

Join the only tour that takes you out to the remote Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve and experience one of New Zealand's most exclusive wildlife adventures. …More

Join the only tour that takes you out to the remote Aldermen Islands Marine Reserve and experience one of New Zealand's most exclusive wildlife adventures....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$111
Napier Sights + Art Deco, Premium Wineries +Beer, Cider tour

For Cruise Ship passengers: We tailor every tour to your ship's schedule. Depending on your arrival time, you'll visit either - 1 Premium winery and …More

For Cruise Ship passengers: We tailor every tour to your ship's schedule. Depending on your arrival time, you'll visit either - 1 Premium winery and...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$99
Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour

Paddle out to the middle of the wonderfully calm Lake McLaren in a 18 seater canoe if you are from a Cruise Ship, where serenity …More

Paddle out to the middle of the wonderfully calm Lake McLaren in a 18 seater canoe if you are from a Cruise Ship, where serenity...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$102
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed harbour tour …More

Discover Wellington from the water on a 90-minute harbour cruise aboard Ika Rere, the Southern Hemisphere's first fully electric passenger ferry. This relaxed harbour tour...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$45
Tongariro Crossing Secure Parking & Shuttle one way

Welcome to the heart of Tongariro National Park amongst our taonga treasured Volcanic Maunga Mountains Pihanga, Tongariro, Ngauruhoe, and Ruapehu like nowhere else in the …More

Welcome to the heart of Tongariro National Park amongst our taonga treasured Volcanic Maunga Mountains Pihanga, Tongariro, Ngauruhoe, and Ruapehu like nowhere else in the...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$44
Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

Bioluminescence is like Pandora of “Avatar” and scenes in “Life of Pi” Escape with us to the most pure and otherworldly experience that natural New …More

Bioluminescence is like Pandora of “Avatar” and scenes in “Life of Pi” Escape with us to the most pure and otherworldly experience that natural New...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$62
Waiheke Island: Premium Wine Tour 3 Vineyards + Seafront Lunch

Afternoon Wine Affair – Waiheke Island Escape Auckland for an unforgettable afternoon on Waiheke Island, where beautiful wines, coastal scenery and exceptional food come together. …More

Afternoon Wine Affair – Waiheke Island Escape Auckland for an unforgettable afternoon on Waiheke Island, where beautiful wines, coastal scenery and exceptional food come together....

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$184
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