Hole In the Rock
Take a beautiful passage through the bay to see the Hole in the Rock
The Bay of Islands is famous for fishing. American author Zane Grey immortalised the Bay with "Tales of the Angler's Eldorado" published in the late 1920s.
Bay of Islands Fishing is some of the best in New Zealand with numerous fishing charter boats offering half day snapper fishing, full day kingfish and gamefish experiences, and longer private charters. We do request that you catch only what you can eat and put the bigger fish back - we want the Bay of Islands to be abundant with fish for generations to come!
Explore the inlets, harbours and bays of the 144 islands while hearing our stories
Photograph sunsets, hear kiwi in the islands or enjoy swimming under the night sky