Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Planning a cruise stop in The Bay of Islands New Zealand? This guide covers the 5 best things to do in The Bay of Islands New Zealand during a Celebrity Cruises shore stop, from top sights and local experiences to shore excursions worth booking.
Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds where New Zealand’s founding story began, then explore the magical Kawiti Glowworm Caves glowing beneath ancient limestone tunnels. Stop at Haruru Falls for a beautiful waterfall surrounded by native bush, or cruise through the bay to the famous Hole in the Rock sea tunnel carved by wind and waves. End your day in the charming seaside town of Russell enjoying fresh seafood and local wines by the harbor.
If your cruise itinerary includes Bay of Islands, this guide shows the best ways to experience this stunning corner of New Zealand: celebritycruises.com/blog/things-to-do-bay-of-islands
Celebrity Cruises sails to Australia and New Zealand with itineraries visiting Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, and the Bay of Islands, offering some of the most scenic cruising in the Southern Hemisphere.
Ready to sail? Browse Australia & New Zealand Cruises itineraries and shore excursions: celebritycruises.com/destinations/australia-new-zealand-cruises
Bay of Islands Port Guide: celebritycruises.com/ports/bay-of-islands
00:00 - 00:18 Introduction
00:18 - 00:26 Waitangi Treaty Grounds
00:26 - 00:34 Kawiti Glowworm Caves
00:34 - 00:45 Haruru Falls
00:45 - 00:54 Hole in the Rock
00:54 - 01:08 Russell
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Planning a cruise stop in The Bay of Islands New Zealand? This guide covers the 5 best things to do in The Bay of Islands New Zealand during a Celebrity Cruises shore stop, from top sights and local experiences to shore excursions worth booking.
Visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds where New Zealand’s founding story began, then explore the magical Kawiti Glowworm Caves glowing beneath ancient limestone tunnels. Stop at Haruru Falls for a beautiful waterfall surrounded by native bush, or cruise through the bay to the famous Hole in the Rock sea tunnel carved by wind and waves. End your day in the charming seaside town of Russell enjoying fresh seafood and local wines by the harbor.
If your cruise itinerary includes Bay of Islands, this guide shows the best ways to experience this stunning corner of New Zealand: celebritycruises.com/blog/things-to-do-bay-of-islands
Celebrity Cruises sails to Australia and New Zealand with itineraries visiting Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, and the Bay of Islands, offering some of the most scenic cruising in the Southern Hemisphere.
Ready to sail? Browse Australia & New Zealand Cruises itineraries and shore excursions: celebritycruises.com/destinations/australia-new-zealand-cruises
Bay of Islands Port Guide: celebritycruises.com/ports/bay-of-islands
00:00 - 00:18 Introduction
00:18 - 00:26 Waitangi Treaty Grounds
00:26 - 00:34 Kawiti Glowworm Caves
00:34 - 00:45 Haruru Falls
00:45 - 00:54 Hole in the Rock
00:54 - 01:08 Russell
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Official Celebrity Cruises Website: CelebrityCruises.com
Browse Cruise Itineraries: celebritycruises.com/itinerary-search
Subscribe to Celebrity Cruises on YouTube: youtube.com/user/CELEBRITYCRUISES/?sub_confirmation=1
Celebrity Cruises Blog: celebritycruises.com/blog
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Imagery and messaging may not accurately reflect onboard and destination experiences, offerings, features, or itineraries. These may not be available during your voyage, may vary by ship and destination, and may be subject to change without notice.
