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Waitangi Treaty Grounds Experience Pass in Bay of Islands
Museums • Bay of Islands

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Experience Pass in Bay of Islands

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4.9 / 5
(16) • 500+ booked
$ 62.15
Hole in the Rock Cruise and Island Tour in Bay of Islands
Cruises • Bay of Islands

Hole in the Rock Cruise and Island Tour in Bay of Islands

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English guided
3-5 hrs
5.0 / 5
(8) • 100+ booked
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$ 134.65
Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise
Outdoor & sports activities • Bay of Islands

Hole in the Rock Dolphin Cruise

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English guided
Morning departure
4.5 / 5
(11) • 500+ booked
$ 143.45
Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach Full Day Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Bay of Islands

Cape Reinga and Ninety Mile Beach Full Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.3 / 5
(10) • 400+ booked
$ 179.29
Bay of Islands Explorer Experience Small Group Tour
Tours • From Auckland

Bay of Islands Explorer Experience Small Group Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
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$ 394.39
Discover the Bay Hole in the Rock Cruise includes Island Lunch
Cruises • Bay of Islands

Discover the Bay Hole in the Rock Cruise includes Island Lunch

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English guided
Morning departure
5.0 / 5
(2) • 100+ booked
$ 167.35
Waitangi Treaty Grounds Full Day Cultural Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • Bay of Islands

Waitangi Treaty Grounds Full Day Cultural Tour

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
$ 365.70
Summer Bay of Islands Day Tour
Autumn deal
Tours • From Auckland

Summer Bay of Islands Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
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$ 292.59
Save $ 73.11
Cream Trip Super Cruise and Otehei Bay Tour from Bay of Islands
Cruises • Bay of Islands

Cream Trip Super Cruise and Otehei Bay Tour from Bay of Islands

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English guided
Free cancellation
50+ booked
$ 179.29
2 Day Bay of Islands Small Group Tour & Cruise from Auckland
Tours • From Auckland

2 Day Bay of Islands Small Group Tour & Cruise from Auckland

English guided
Free cancellation
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$ 756.10
 Auckland to Paihia via West Coast Small Group Tour (One Way)
Tours • From Auckland

Auckland to Paihia via West Coast Small Group Tour (One Way)

English guided
Free cancellation
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$ 278.09

Hotels in Bay of Islands

ASURE Admirals View Motel
Hotels • Bay of Islands

ASURE Admirals View Motel

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4.7 / 5
(484)
From
$ 116.78
Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands

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4.4 / 5
(1.0K)
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$ 136.77
Breakwater Motel
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Breakwater Motel

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4.7 / 5
(576)
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$ 155.1
Bay of Islands Lodge
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Bay of Islands Lodge

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4.4 / 5
(60)
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$ 76.24
Bay Sands Seafront Studios
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Bay Sands Seafront Studios

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4.4 / 5
(222)
From
$ 145.37
Rayya Suites By Ktc
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Rayya Suites By Ktc

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$ 117.71
Woodlands Motel & Conference Venue
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Woodlands Motel & Conference Venue

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4.3 / 5
(156)
From
$ 74.46
Dolphin Motel
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Dolphin Motel

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4.3 / 5
(756)
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$ 81.05
Edelweiss Motel
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Edelweiss Motel

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4.3 / 5
(272)
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$ 77.64
Stay Kerikeri Boutique Apartments and Studios
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Stay Kerikeri Boutique Apartments and Studios

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4.8 / 5
(276)
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$ 180.56
Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel

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4.4 / 5
(400)
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$ 222.49
Centabay Lodge - Hostel
Hotels • Bay of Islands

Centabay Lodge - Hostel

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4.2 / 5
(115)
From
$ 59.55

Bay of Islands at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Bay of Islands?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
150
Avg 100Avg
50
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127
Jan
Busiest 142
Feb
132
Mar
137
Apr
58
May
64
Jun
63
Jul
Quietest 32
Aug
74
Sep
132
Oct
116
Nov
127
Dec

Demand in Bay of Islands peaks in February, roughly 42% above a typical month, while August is much quieter at about 68% below a typical month — book early for February and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Bay of Islands cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Cheapest S$57 Priciest S$127
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities in July are typically around SGD 57, roughly 56% cheaper than the priciest month in May where prices were typically around SGD 127; July also lines up with the quieter season shown in the demand data, so you may find both lower prices and fewer crowds. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
2 daysTypical
19 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 2 days ahead, with some booking as early as 19 days; this short lead time means you can be spontaneous, but consider booking earlier for busy periods like February. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Bay of Islands

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1CAD = 1.26NZD

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Summer months offer warm weather and excellent sailing conditions.

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Singapore

What to know before visiting Bay of Islands

What to do in Bay of Islands

Bay of Islands is best known for Museums, Cruises, Outdoor & sports activities and Tours, with museums and cruises leading booking volume on Klook. The destination’s rhythm is seasonal: Klook data shows a clear summer peak in February and a long quiet trough in August, so activities that suit warm, busy months — like cruises and outdoor adventures — are concentrated around the peak. For travellers choosing what to book, the decision is whether you want lively peak-season atmosphere or a more relaxed off-peak pace; pick between peak energy or quieter days. All figures above are from Klook booking data.

Best months to visit Bay of Islands

Demand on Klook hits its high point in February (a 42% increase versus a typical month) and falls to its lowest in August (roughly 68% below a typical month). Prices move differently: the priciest month by median price is May at SGD 127, while July shows the lowest typical price at SGD 57, so crowds and prices don't always align — May is expensive even though demand there is very low. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider July or August; for peak-season atmosphere choose February or the busier months.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Busier than usual SGD 96
February Peak demand SGD 117
March Busier than usual SGD 126
April Busier than usual SGD 105
May Very quiet SGD 127
June Quieter than usual SGD 123
July Very quiet SGD 57
August Very quiet SGD 122
September Quieter than usual SGD 89
October Busier than usual SGD 103
November Busier than usual SGD 123
December Busier than usual SGD 126

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore book fairly close to travel: on average people lock experiences in about 2 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 19 days out — this pattern is from Klook booking data. That means you can be flexible and often secure bookings at short notice, but during the February peak it pays to book earlier. Use Klook to compare typical prices and available times, reserve refundable options where possible, and snap up popular cruises and outdoor experiences once your dates are fixed. All figures here are taken from Klook booking data.

FAQs about Bay of Islands

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