Getting there

Tours of the Bay run daily, and visitors can purchase a ride to Urupukapuka Island. There is no regular ferry service.

Water taxis are also available from Paihia and Russell (contact the Paihia I-Site or Russell Bookings and Information Centre).

The track can be best joined from Otehei, Urupukapuka, Cable, Indico and Oneura / Paradise Bays.

 

Maps

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Check, Clean, Dry between waterways and stop the spread of didymo.

Kauri dieback disease is attacking kauri trees in Northland. Find out how to stop it spreading.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Contacts

Bay of Islands Area Office
Phone:      +64 9 407 0300
Email:   bayofislandsbooking@doc.govt.nz
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