{"id":2185,"date":"2020-03-09T11:40:06","date_gmt":"2020-03-09T11:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/?p=2185"},"modified":"2020-03-09T11:40:06","modified_gmt":"2020-03-09T11:40:06","slug":"explore-the-bay-of-islands-in-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/explore-the-bay-of-islands-in-new-zealand\/","title":{"rendered":"Explore the Bay of Islands in New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ever heard of Paihia<\/em><\/strong>?\u00a0 It is a town on New Zealand\u2019s<\/em><\/strong> North Island. Paihia<\/em><\/strong> is known as a gateway to the dive sites and sandy beaches of the Bay of Islands<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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The Bay of Islands<\/em><\/strong> is a New Zealand<\/em><\/strong> area that incorporates more than 140 subtropical. It\u2019s known for its undeveloped beaches, big-game fishing and Maori cultural artefacts.<\/p>\n

Paihia<\/em><\/strong> is an excellent base from which to explore the Bay of Islands<\/em><\/strong>. It has top star accommodation, delicious dining options and a decent size town centre<\/p>\n

If you are planning a visit to New Zealand<\/em><\/strong> then a trip to Paihia<\/em><\/strong> is a must! There is fun for everyone.<\/p>\n

Explore the Islands!
\n<\/strong>Every one of the 144 islands that make up the bay differs in attractiveness. The Bay of Islands<\/em><\/strong> offer a number of island sailing tours and ferries that you can take to the islands where you can explore the many untouched beaches, nature walks and amazing views.<\/p>\n

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Swim with Dolphins
\n<\/strong>The Bay of Islands<\/em><\/strong> is a popular spot for taking Dolphin spotting tours. Dolphins like to visit the bay and Paihia<\/em><\/strong> serves as a great location to swim with the curious creatures!<\/p>\n

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See the ‘Hole in the Rock’
\n<\/strong>The ‘Hole in the Rock’ is probably the most popular photographed location to resemble the Bay of Islands<\/em><\/strong>. Cruises depart from the mainland daily. You can combine your cruise with dolphin watching.<\/p>\n

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Kauri Forests
\n<\/strong>Rainforests surround the town of Paihia<\/em><\/strong> and are home to the famous Kiwi Kauri Tree; these trees are gigantic and are known to be over 2,000 years old! There are many forests that are just a short drive away.<\/p>\n

Parasail
\n<\/strong>To enjoy recreational parasailing, you need to bring out a little bit of courage.\u00a0 Parasailing is a great way to gain fantastic views of the bay, along with a thrilling experience!<\/p>\n

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Scuba Dive
\n<\/strong>Besides the fun of Scuba diving, it is a good cardio workout; scuba diving increases the amount of oxygen in your blood, speeding up any healing process. Scuba diving acts as a great stress reliever for anyone. The coastline is home to a number of shipwrecks that provide unforgettable diving experiences.<\/p>\n

If you want to visit New Zealand, we can help!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Ever heard of Paihia?\u00a0 It is a town on New Zealand\u2019s North Island. Paihia is known as a gateway to the dive sites and sandy beaches of the Bay of Islands. The Bay of Islands is a New Zealand area that incorporates more than 140 subtropical. It\u2019s known for its undeveloped beaches, big-game fishing and … <\/p>\n

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