- Travel home
- Places to go
- North Island
- Northland Region
- Hokianga District
Hokianga: harbouring history
From the look and feel of the Hokianga today, it’s hard to believe it used to be one of the...
The light at the Hokianga Harbour is really quite special. © Michael Schwab
Find out more
Must-Do's: Walking Travel Guide
Whether you’re hiking to a mountain summit or strolling through an urban landscape, there are walking options around New Zealand to suit everyone. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Must-Do's: Cycling Travel Guide
There are 22 Great Rides on Ngā Haerenga The New Zealand Cycle Trail, covering over 2,600 kilometres of the country. Check out our comprehensive overview of all the best cycle trails available in New Zealand. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Must-Do's: Northland Travel Guide
From the Whangārei district to the top of the North Island and back down Northland’s west coast, our Must-Do's guide provides all the information on activities, attractions and accommodation options for your next road trip. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Must-Do's: North Island Road Trips Travel Guide
Check out our Must-Do's guide to find attractions, activities, experiences and accommodation on your next North Island road trip. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Way out west: a creative road trip between Auckland and the Kauri Coast
So many corners! From Central Auckland across to the Waitākere Ranges, up the coast to Hokianga and from Kaikohe back down SH1, there are many intriguing corners on this journey – but the delights en route make them all worthwhile. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Creative Inspiration: 5 great gardens and galleries on a road trip between Auckland and the Kauri Coast
The journey north from West Auckland is rich in creativity. From art galleries to sculpture gardens and even some unique geology – we've picked five places to stop at along the way. Read the story . . .
Find out more
5 top picks for a west coast road trip between Auckland and the Kauri Coast
Winding up the west coast from Auckland City to Northland, this road trip takes in remarkable landscapes, art, heritage and creative spaces. We've picked our top five things to see and do along the way. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Get outdoors: 5 natural attractions to explore between West Auckland and the Kauri Coast
Auckland's west coast is synonymous with wild, black-sand beaches and you'll experience plenty of these on your road trip north to the Kauri Coast, along with gannets, stunning native forest and rustic hot springs. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Ride the monster dunes in Ōpononi
In Ōpononi, on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour, there are dunes of epic proportions – more sand mountains than sandhills. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Five great days out with kids in Northland
With iconic native forest, cultural heritage and a bounty of beaches to explore, Northland offers a myriad of options for kid-friendly fun. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Northland road trip: birds, bikes and bush
We cruise up the Brynderwyns, stately and elevated in our campervan. I am pleased to be fulfilling a childhood dream of travelling like a snail – taking my home with me wherever I go. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Twin Coast Discovery Highway: Auckland to Cape Rēinga
This epic roadie connects the little coves, beaches and bays of the east and the immense dunes wild coastline and vast, sweeping harbours out west. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Loved by the locals: Far North
Catch a wave at Ahipara, discover whaling history, find an idyllic campsite, take a dip and try the famous fish and chips in the Far North. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Hokianga Harbour: the most laid-back harbour hub imaginable
Relax and rejuvenate in the most laid-back harbour hub imaginable. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Loved by the locals: Hokianga
Do what the locals do in Hokianga. Read the story . . .
Find out more
Hokianga: a road trip around a heavenly harbour
The most rewarding direction to approach the Hokianga is from the south, which also happens to be the leg of the Twin Coast Discovery Highway route featuring the great Waipōua kauri forest. Read the story . . .
Showing 1 - 16 of 17 results