North Island

Experience the North Island

Swim, surf and kayak in pristine Pacific waters then head inland for beautiful river walks and swimming spots set in bush-clad hills. The spectacular scenery of the North Island is not to be missed!

Adventures

Owharoa Falls

Take a surfing lesson on Waihi Beach, sail a land yacht, cycle the Hauraki Rail Trail, test your courage in the Adrenalin Forest, swim at Owharoa Falls, explore the Karangahake Gorge, and climb the Papamoa Hills trail for breath-taking views of the Bay of Plenty.

Attractions

Waitomo Caves

Time for something a little less strenuous? Picnic under pohutukawa trees on a white sandy beach, visit a heritage farm park, learn about Maori culture or try a Maori hangi, go caving at Waitomo, visit a working farm, and dig your own private seawater pool at Hot Water Beach.

Relaxing

Seafood Platter

Ready to wind down? Soak in a natural spring, hang with the locals at the weekly markets, enjoy a spot of retail therapy at Waihi, dine on fresh seafood including whitebait and paua (abalone) fritters, and wash it down with a bottle of premium wine.

Accommodation

Beachaven

Tasman Holiday Parks – Beachaven is a safe, clean, and friendly holiday park set on four acres of land, just 200 metres from Waihi beach, a 9km long stretch of pure natural beauty on New Zealand’s North Island.

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Papamoa Beach

Tasman Holiday Parks Papamoa Beach is the beachfront destination for holidays on The Bay of Plenty. As you enter for your holiday, you’ll be greeted with beautiful sea breezes flowing through the entire resort style park.

Waihi Beach

The beachside holiday destination for family fun. Tasman Holiday Park Waihi Beach is 200m from the beautiful sands and waters of the Pacific Ocean. Tasman Holiday Park Waihi Beach is situated at the north end of Waihi Beach.

Ohiwa Beach

Set on five landscaped hectares beside the sparkling Pacific Ocean and a sheltered harbour, our Ohiwa Beach holiday park is ideally situated with easy access to the towns and beaches of the eastern Bay of Plenty, and to one of the great New Zealand road trips around the East Cape.

Rotorua

A geothermal gem bursting with natural wonder

Rotorua’s fascinating volcanic craters, bubbling mud, shooting geysers and hot springs attract crowds of tourists from around the globe.

Eat Like a local in Papamoa

Our gratifying guide for eating the best food in town, verified by Papamoa locals.

“This is a fantastic place to stay. Beautiful walk along the beach with the dogs.”

— Jenny, Papamoa Beach
Dolphins Bay of Plenty

Meet the dolphins

Swim with the dolphins in the Bay of Plenty. Join Dolphin Seafaris for an unforgettable experience using safe swim bars to meet the local wildlife in their own element.

Find a Tasman Holiday Park

With incredible locations right across the North Island, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing your next escape – some are just a drive away!

Take us on your Tasman holiday!

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