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Paihia Harbour, Paihia

4.6
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Home to some of the area's finest restaurants and most picturesque views, Paihia Harbour hums with activity. Simply relax in one of the gardens or take a trip out onto the blue water to spot dolphins. A number of tours and water sports are offered from the harbor, including sea kayaking and paddleboarding. If you're feeling energetic, stretch your legs with one of the scenic walks that start here; they range in distance and difficulty but all offer superb vistas. For more information about the activities offered, visit the information center. Put Paihia Harbour and other Paihia attractions into our Paihia travel tool , and watch your holiday take shape.
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Paihia Harbour Tours
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  • By CAROLYN A
    Paihia is a lovely place, very much a tourist magnet and everything that goes with it but still a great destination.  more »
  • By alexmanning2
    This was excellent, with dolphins soon accompanying the boat and an excellent commentary by the Captain as he took us along. As well as pointing out and explaining places of interest as we went, he to...  more »
  • By I_Hellan
    Beautiful place and good communication with boat to the Russell Island!Had wonderful seafood in one of the restaurants: Seafood Restaurant  more »
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