Our geographic location is perfect for you to explore the Far-North

by air

From Auckland to Kaitaia or Kerikeri (Bay of Islands) airports. There are one or two return flights per day to Kaitaia airport (approx. 30 minutes drive) and up to five to Kerikeri airport (approx. 45 minutes drive) mostly using 19-seat Beechcraft or Jetstream aircraft. Service is provided by Air New Zealand Link - reservations: 0800 737000

self-drive car

Travelling direct by State Highway 1 and State Highway 10, the journey time from Auckland airport is about four and a half hours without stops. Travelling the Twin Coast Discovery Highway - a world-class touring route leaving from, and returning to, Auckland - requires at least two days in each direction to visit the many interesting and beautiful attractions along the way

east coast

including the Matakana vineyards, Kawau Island, Mangawhai Heads, Waipu, Tutukaka Coast, Kawakawa and Bay of Islands

west coast

including Hokianga, Kauri Coast, Kaipara Harbour, Helensville and the Kumeu vineyards and wineries

by bus

From Auckland to Doubtless Bay there is one service every day in each direction; a joint service being operated between Paihia and Kaitaia. The main pickup and set down point is in front of Wiltons Garage & Marine in Mangonui, with additional stops in Cable Bay, Coopers Beach and Taipa on request.
Intercity Coachlines - ph: 09 913 6100
Northliner Express - ph: 09 307 5873