Top things to do in North Island in Summer (Updated November 2026)

North Island, New Zealand
From Auckland: Spellbound, Waitomo Glowworm Cave Small Group Tour

Discover New Zealand’s wonders with our Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a blend of …More

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Discover New Zealand’s wonders with our Spellbound Glowworm Cave and Explorer Tour. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a blend of...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$175
Whirinaki Forest Footsteps: Māori Guided Tour, Picnic & Transfer

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began …More

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$156
Private Martinborough Wine Tour for Wine Enthusiasts

Experience Martinborough through a curated, wine‑first lens with a WSET Level 3 qualified guide. As part of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail, this tour …More

Experience Martinborough through a curated, wine‑first lens with a WSET Level 3 qualified guide. As part of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail, this tour...

7 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$227
Full Day Fishing Trip on Auckland Waitemata Harbour

Set sail on the MV Ocean Spirit for a day of fishing on Auckland's stunning Waitemata Harbour. Ideal for individuals or small groups, these public …More

Set sail on the MV Ocean Spirit for a day of fishing on Auckland's stunning Waitemata Harbour. Ideal for individuals or small groups, these public...

9 hours
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$62
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

A unique and exciting exploration to Wellington’s secret coast. With exclusive access through private farmland, we'll take you on a journey to discover Wellington's natural …More

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A unique and exciting exploration to Wellington’s secret coast. With exclusive access through private farmland, we'll take you on a journey to discover Wellington's natural...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$111
Rotorua Hiking: Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Experience

Experience the majesty of Mt. Tarawera, infamous for its volcanic eruption in 1886. This guided trek encompasses the stunning landscape and unique history of the area. You'll …More

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Experience the majesty of Mt. Tarawera, infamous for its volcanic eruption in 1886. This guided trek encompasses the stunning landscape and unique history of the area. You'll...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$110
Auckland Scenic Day Tour Full-Day- 8 HOURS

We make no secret that this is the most comprehensive 8 Hour Full Day Tour of Auckland. Take in the top attractions of New Zealand's …More

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We make no secret that this is the most comprehensive 8 Hour Full Day Tour of Auckland. Take in the top attractions of New Zealand's...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$122
Hobbiton, Rotorua and Te Puia Small Group Tour from Auckland

If you’ve come to New Zealand for experiences you can’t have anywhere else, make this your day. Wander through the real-life setting of Hobbiton Movie …More

If you’ve come to New Zealand for experiences you can’t have anywhere else, make this your day. Wander through the real-life setting of Hobbiton Movie...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$209
3+ Hour Guided Wellington Tour by Electric Bike

Choose a Morning or Afternoon Departure. From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish. …More

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Choose a Morning or Afternoon Departure. From the centrally located Waterfront to the quiet bays and panoramic lookouts, you’ll be enthralled from start to finish....

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$110
Insider Auckland Walking Tour: Hidden Lanes, History & Culture

Discover Auckland's downtown lanes and uptown vibes on this small-group walking tour, long regarded as one of Auckland's Best First Day experiences. ' Your local …More

Discover Auckland's downtown lanes and uptown vibes on this small-group walking tour, long regarded as one of Auckland's Best First Day experiences. ' Your local...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$54
Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga

Watch wild dolphins swim and play right beneath your feet! That is the magical, close-up encounter we specialize in. We don't just look for marine …More

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Watch wild dolphins swim and play right beneath your feet! That is the magical, close-up encounter we specialize in. We don't just look for marine...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
Rotorua Cultural and Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Depart Tauranga

Experience a fascinating journey through the culture, geothermal wonders, and natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua on this immersive six-hour adventure. …More

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Experience a fascinating journey through the culture, geothermal wonders, and natural beauty of the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua on this immersive six-hour adventure....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$152
Top-Rated Hawke’s Bay Wine Tour - Small Group

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery and the region’s most celebrated wine areas. We keep numbers small (max 11) so it …More

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery and the region’s most celebrated wine areas. We keep numbers small (max 11) so it...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$108
Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience

Experience a day filled with excitement, culture, and connection as you explore Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Encounter our national treasure, the kiwi, and immerse yourself …More

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Experience a day filled with excitement, culture, and connection as you explore Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Encounter our national treasure, the kiwi, and immerse yourself...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$59
Bay Combo Tour - 60 mins (min 2)

Have awesome thrills on a V8 350 Chev Trike with a 60 minute tour from Paihia. For those that love adrenaline, experience the sense of …More

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Have awesome thrills on a V8 350 Chev Trike with a 60 minute tour from Paihia. For those that love adrenaline, experience the sense of...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$133
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland

Discover movie magic at the Hobbiton Movie Set on this luxury coach tour; see the original hobbit-holes, visit the Party Tree, venture beyond the door …More

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Discover movie magic at the Hobbiton Movie Set on this luxury coach tour; see the original hobbit-holes, visit the Party Tree, venture beyond the door...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$186
Waiheke Island Day Tour: Ziplining, Wine Tasting & Vineyard Lunch

Experience the best of Waiheke on a full-day tour that combines a morning of high-flying zipline adventure with an afternoon sampling the delicious wines and …More

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Experience the best of Waiheke on a full-day tour that combines a morning of high-flying zipline adventure with an afternoon sampling the delicious wines and...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$244
Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach with Lunch from Auckland

Escape Auckland for a scenic day trip through the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and be part of a small group as you explore some of the …More

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Escape Auckland for a scenic day trip through the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and be part of a small group as you explore some of the...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$130
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Descend into the forested slopes of the Outer Shire, where our expert guides will entertain you with stories of how the Lord of the Rings …More

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Descend into the forested slopes of the Outer Shire, where our expert guides will entertain you with stories of how the Lord of the Rings...

210 to 240 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$99
Half-Day: Small Group Auckland Scenic Tour - 4 HOURS

Join this half-day Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in a time frame that suits you. Perfect for …More

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Join this half-day Scenic Tour if you want to see as much of Auckland as possible in a time frame that suits you. Perfect for...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$71
Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Day Tour From Auckland

Journey from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set on a memorable full-day adventure into the heart of Middle-earth. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from …More

Journey from Auckland to the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set on a memorable full-day adventure into the heart of Middle-earth. Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off from...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (395)
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$187
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