North Island
144 islands.
144 islands.
Infinite stillness.
Where New Zealand's founding story meets its most beautiful coastline.
Where New Zealand's founding story meets its most beautiful coastline.
The Bay of Islands is a sub-tropical archipelago of 144 islands, turquoise water, and white sand beaches three hours north of Auckland. It's also where modern New Zealand began: the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, where the founding document between Māori chiefs and the British Crown was signed in 1840, sit here on the shores of the bay.
For luxury travellers, the Bay offers something rare — genuine remoteness without sacrifice. World-class lodges perch above private coves. Private charters reach beaches accessible only by water.
Explore the bay's 144 islands by private vessel — anchoring in deserted coves, snorkelling over reefs, and watching dolphins follow the bow. Full-day and multi-day charters available with private skipper and onboard catering.
The iconic sea arch at Piercy Island — most visitors crowd onto a tourist catamaran. We charter a private vessel so your clients arrive on their own terms, on their own schedule.
A private guided tour of New Zealand's most significant historical site with a Māori cultural liaison who brings the story to life far beyond what the standard visitor experience offers.
The Bay of Islands is home to bottlenose and common dolphins year-round. We arrange private encounters with responsible operators — and snorkelling over the Poor Knights Marine Reserve is world-class.
"We spent three nights in the Bay of Islands and didn't want to leave. The private bay we anchored in on day two — I genuinely wept. It was that beautiful."
Tell us your travel dates, group size, and interests — we'll build the perfect Bay of Islands programme.
