Driving Route : Auckland - Kaitaia - Auckland
- Overview
- Day 1 : Auckland to Whangarei
- Day 2 : Whangarei to Paihia
- Day 3 : Paihia to Kaitaia
- Day 4 : Kaitaia to Dargaville
- Day 5 : Dargaville to Auckland
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Day 2 : Whangarei to Paihia
Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.
| Travel time | Km | (Miles) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whangarei - Paihia | 1 hr | 71 | 44 |
| Totals for Day | 1 hr | 71 | 44 |
Whangarei - Paihia
71 km (44 miles)
Approximately 1 hour
Road Conditions: State Highway
Whangarei is a subtropical city on the edge of a beautiful harbour. At the Quayside Town Basin complex you'll find stylish cafes and restaurants, as well as museums, art galleries and shops. Be sure to visit Whangarei Falls.
A series of small settlements will lead you north. Just before Kawakawa, a side road runs to the glow-worm cave at Waiomio. Take a rest stop in Kawakawa, because it has a remarkable public toilet designed by Austrian artist Frederick Hundertwasser.
From here the road to the Bay of Islands becomes quite twisty, but you'll enjoy some delightful scenery along the way. A short detour takes you to the port of Opua, where cruise ships often call.
The resort town of Paihia makes an excellent base for exploring the Bay of Islands.
Catch a cruise to the outer islands or a ferry to the charming township of Russell. The historic Treaty House at Waitangi marks the beginning of New Zealand as a nation.
- Overview
- Day 1 : Auckland to Whangarei
- Day 2 : Whangarei to Paihia
- Day 3 : Paihia to Kaitaia
- Day 4 : Kaitaia to Dargaville
- Day 5 : Dargaville to Auckland
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