See kiwi in the wild

Our park is one of the few places in New Zealand where you can see kiwi in the wild. With recent guest sightings around the perimeter of our native bush, your chance of a kiwi encounter is better than ever. Find out more about how you can experience a Kiwi Encounter

Be immersed in an award-winning, sustainably focused natural playground where rare North Island weka, brown kiwi, and pateke roam free.

Enjoy the best of both worlds—nestled amongst acres of native bush and only minutes away from the centre of Russell and Oneroa Bay one of the many gorgeous beaches. The perfect location for families, large groups or couples to have a relaxing and fun filled holiday with affordable accommodation. 

Wake up to the sound of native birds, hear the call of the kiwi at night, gaze at the star filled sky or gather around the firepit. Come stay at one of the Bay of Islands’ best-kept secrets for wild kiwi sightings, it’s the perfect setting to make memories as nature intended!

The beautiful Bay of Islands and the historic, charming town of Russell is only minutes away and offers many things to see and do. Discover the heritage sites and local restaurants or relax and enjoy the beaches and water activities. Explore the 140 subtropical islands that make this area so unique or see the outdoors on foot or by bike on one of the many nearby trails. Or just sit back in our park and enjoy the native bush and bird life. 

Stay

We offer a variety of family, group and couples accommodation to suit any budget, including self-contained cottages, bungalows, cabins, lodge rooms and sites for tents, caravans and campervans all set amongst our gorgeous native bush setting. 

Wildlife

Spot the rare brown kiwi in the wild. With regular sightings around the bushline and firepit, and over 55 native bird species including weka and pāteke, nature surrounds you. Stay with us and support our efforts to save endangered wildlife and ecosystems within our predator free holiday park.  

Facilities

We have everything you need for a hassle-free holiday including fully equipped kitchens, BBQs, wood fired pizza oven, a playground, saltwater swimming pool, WIFI, fire pit, and a fish smoke house. Plus free parking for all guests. 

Activities

There are so many fantastic things to see and do in the area including cycling, fishing, walking, dining, golden beaches and historic sites, all only a few minutes drive from the park. Make the most of our complimentary booking service onsite with our friendly, knowledgeable staff. 

Groups

We welcome groups of any size and we regularly host schools, family reunions, weddings, environmental and many other special interest groups. 

We support the Tiaki promise
Tiaki means to care for people, place and culture. The Tiaki Promise is a commitment to care for New Zealand, for now and for future generations. Our Kaitiaki here at Russell-Orongo Bay Holiday Park are committed to sustainable and environmental practices & providing our guests with matauranga

(knowledge) in kaitiakitanga and conservation. In Te Ao Māori we aim to represent ourselves as Totara, tall and strong, watching over and protecting our little piece of ngāhere (forest), to give back to the land that has sustained us. Read more about our sustainability initiatives.