Viator | Tours, Tickets & Things to do from Tour Operators Worldwide by Viator

North Island Adventure Guide

The North Island offers lots of adventure for anti couch potatoes. 'Flightseeing' (sightseeing via plane or helicopter) is one of the best ways to see the country's incredible contrast in landscapes, close-ups of its spectacular mountain ranges, and the remote and otherwise little-viewed terrain - some of the most striking trips take place over the Bay of Plenty.

Hiking up to the Pinnacles and along the Coromandel Coastal Walkway, and white-water rafting on the Kaituna River, just north of Roturua, are other popular pursuits.

For a complete list of Viator tours and activites on the North Island, visit our North Island Things to Do page.

Jet Boat Ride on Waikato River

Take a jet boat ride of pure fun and exhilaration including a full 360 degree spin on the water. See the beautiful river environment and the water coming over the Huka Falls from Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake

Take a jetboat ride »

Excitor Hole in the Rock High Speed Adventure in the Bay of Islands

If sedate big boat cruises aren't exciting enough consider taking a jet boat ride instead. Blast out to Motukokako Island and pass through the "Hole in the Rock" into the majestic Grand Cathedral Cave.

Buzz the "Hole in the Rock" »

Skydive Rotorua!

Jump from an aircraft at 9000ft, 12000ft or 15000ft into thin air, harnessed to an experienced and qualified Jumpmaster, step out that aircraft door and for 60 seconds plummet towards the ground at 200kph, terminal velocity.

Go skydiving »

Auckland Bridge Bungy Jump

Auckland is home to the world's first Harbour Bridge Bungy Jump operated by the Bungy originals - AJ Hackett Bungy. Go from nervous to completely elated in five seconds. Take time to enjoy the views of the Harbour if you can keep your eyes open long enough.

Bungy jump from Habour Bridge »

Better safe than sorry

The various adrenaline-pumping activities obviously have an element of risk, but the perception of danger is part of the thrill. Such risk is underlined in adventure sports, particularly rafting and kayaking on fast-flowing rivers.

Chances of a mishap are arguably minuscule, but reassure yourself that the company you choose takes adequate safety precautions. Also make sure that you have travel insurance that fully covers you for any planned activities.