The Bay of Islands is New Zealand's finest marine park, with 144 unique islands and uninhabited bays. The area is home to a rich marine life, including marlin, whales, penguins, dolphins and seabirds. It is world-renowned for its deep sea fishing and underwater scenery, the Hole in the Rock Cruise to Cape Brett Lighthouse and the Cream Trip to Otehei Bay. You can enjoy the picturesque scenery of Paihia and the historical charm of Russell, or drive south to see the vast kauri forests.