Northland

New Zealand's subtropical far north, known for the island scenery of the Bay of Islands, the history of the Treaty of Waitangi and Cape Reinga.

Northland occupies the long peninsula at the northern tip of New Zealand's North Island. The climate is warm, and it is nicknamed the “Winterless North.” The Bay of Islands has many islands and bays, with dolphin-watching cruises and sailing, and the Waitangi Treaty Grounds are an important place to learn about the nation's history. Further north are Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach, and on the west coast Waipoua Forest shelters giant kauri trees. Summer (December–February) is best for coastal activities. You can drive north from Auckland or fly to airports such as Kerikeri and Whangārei.

Destinations

• Bay of Islands
• Whangārei
• Far North & Cape Reinga
• Hokianga & Waipoua Forest

Itineraries

• Northland Twin Coast Loop – Depart from Auckland to loop around Northland, seeing kauri forests, Cape Reinga, and the Bay of Islands