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√ Are you interested in New Zealand?
√ Do you want to know more than guide books tell you?
√ Do you want to ask questions and get the big picture?
√ Or are you interested in the detailed side of things?
√ Do you want to learn what makes Whangarei unique?
√ Or do you simply want your own guided sightseeing tour?

Whangarei in Northland is a unique place and we offer small scale personal eco-tours with a maximum of flexibility

for a reasonable price (from 36 NZD)
from a central location with free pickup
with a maximum of 6 people per tour
for a flexible length of time
with your chosen tour focus and destination
in English or in German
with an experienced and funny tour leader

Have a look at our New Zealand website: Tourleader New Zealand

Book your accommodation via the Roamfree search engine:

You ask “Why is Whangarei unique?” We think Whangarei is so special because of many reasons:

There are not many other cities in New Zealand where you can see native and protected bush from nearly every point in the town centre. Even the impressive Northland Kauri trees have survived in many places, plant diversity ranges from Mangroves to Tree Ferns, from Totara to Puriri, from Manuka to Nikau palm.
A short distance from Whangarei are the scenic Tutukaka Coast and the Whangarei Heads with dozens of gorgeous bays and beaches, from sheltered sandy coves to calm harbour bays to wild surf beaches, all within 30 minutes drive.
And it’s not flat and boring at all, there are steep walks up extinct volcanoes and magnificent viewpoints to explore.
Add the 26m Whangarei Falls for a fantastic souvenir photo,the best of at least 5 other nice waterfalls in the vicinity and of course the lovely rivers that come with them where you can often find a swimming hole to cool off, spot some eels or river shrimps.
Northland is where Maori and Europeans first set foot on Aotearoa (New Zealand) and there are many old structures of both cultures which bear witness to those exciting old times.
Whangarei is the warmest city in New Zealand and contrasts with the harsher weather in the South Island, it offers a glimpse of Polynesia, practically all tropical plants will grow here and the winters are mild with hardly any frosts, Northland is called ‘The winterless North’.
The Poor Knights Islands benefit from warm northerly currents with a teeming marine life in their protected reserve, offering the best diving in New Zealand and the best subtropical diving in the world!
You can experience all this and more off the main tourist route from a lively real New Zealand city with colourful inhabitants, just 2 hours drive north of Auckland.

Come on our informative Whangarei Tours to experience all of this and choose one of the following tour selections:

1. Maori Pa Site explanation tour
2. Kauri trees and forest walk tour
3. Whangarei Falls and forest walk tour
4. Kiwi day at the Beach tour
5. BBQ at the Harbour
6. Hiking dropoffs

You can also discuss your preferences with us and let us put together a perfectly tailored guided tour itinerary to suit you! Anything from quick and easy sightseeing tours to guided walks to shopping assistance, as long as it’s a tour we’ll do it! We charge the same as for a Basic Tour plus a small charge per additional hour.

Call us on the day or book your tour online or come and visit our Bed & Breakfast!

Download the Whangarei Tours PDF leaflet.

Guest Book

“Es hat viel Spass mit Euch gemacht, Ihr habt mir mit grosser Begeisterung Whangarei gezeigt. Dir Wendy danke ich für die Tourenführung, dass ich an Deinem grossen Wissen über NZ teilhaben durfte. Es ist Dir gelungen, mich für die Schönheiten dieses Landes zu begeistern.
S from Basel”

“Your knowledge of the Northland area, New Zealand and the world has been exactly what we needed! B&D from Alberta Canada, now Wellington”

“Es war wirklich schön mit Euch 2 Tage in Whangarei zu verbringen. Die Tage wo Wendy mir die Stadt und alles gezeigt hat werd ich wohl immer in guter Erinnerung behalten. Weiterhin alles Gute, R aus Kapstadt”

“B and I went on this local tour on top of Parihaka. We both thoroughly enjoyed it. I have been living here for the last 26 years and B for all his life and we learnt a lot about the history of this hill. It was really fascinating. A from Whangarei"

“Wendy is a great guide who instinctively knows what tourists would be interested in. She also asks participants to tell her which aspect of the tour they are particularly interested in, so she can tailor her talk to suit requirements. It was such a nice touch to be offered a cup of local leaf tea to end the tour. Thanks, Wendy! G from Whangarei"

“Very informative and comfortable. Wendy gives just enough information to digest and learn from, but is also expert enough to answer any questions that arise during her tour / presentation. Highly recommended! M from Canada”

"I want to say how much I enjoyed the little guided tour Wendy took me the other day. It offered a lot, in a relatively small window of time. Insights into what's currently happening here, and a bit about the local flora too! Wendy entertained us with interesting snippets of information pertaining to all sorts of fascinating things. From the history of Maori settlements and the movement of their people in and through the district, to how Whangarei was later colonised and by who. What Wendy imparted to us was filled with colourful little tidbits and identitying certain plants and their uses. Wendy delivered her information, thoughts and experiences with a sense of honouring and humility, and mixed with a good sense of humour too! Finishing with a cup of tea, harvested from the bush and made on location was the icing on the cake! Thanks so much for this lovely experience Wendy! L from New Zealand"

“Wendy's guided tours of Whangarei are brilliant and gave us a good feel for Maori culture and development. R&J from London"

“A guided trip with Wendy is a must. She knows so much and can show you so many details it's just amazing. R&K from Switzerland”

"I thoroughly enjoyed it. I found the tour very interesting and informative. I feel you did a brilliant job. Your knowledge and enthusiasm about Maori culture came over loud and clear and you deserve to do well in this area of work. I would certainly recommend to all. L from Scotland"

“Wendy is a great guide who instinctively knows what tourists would be interested in. She also asks participants to tell her which aspect of the tour they are particularly interested in, so she can tailor her talk to suit requirements. It was such a nice touch to be offered a cup of local leaf tea to end the tour. Thanks, G from New Zealand”