Monthly Archives: December 2011

Christmas arrives early in Paihia

The Paihia Santa Parade was held on Friday 9th December in the town that is at the heart of the Bay of Islands. Explore NZ Bay of Islands took part, with the theme being the interaction between the first early … Continue reading

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Humpback whales in the Bay of Islands

Lucky visitors on the Explore NZ Swim with Dolphins cruise got an unexpected bonus when they saw a humpback whale and calf on their trip from Paihia. Explore Images photographer, Gemma Langsdale said “We were just heading into the bay … Continue reading

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