Discover why Kerigold Chalets is the perfect base for exploring Rainbow Falls, historic sites, and local wineries in the Bay of Islands. Our complete guide to Kerikeri provides detailed information about this beautiful region.
Absolutely! Kerikeri is one of Northland's most enchanting destinations, offering a perfect blend of history, nature, and culture. Visitors can enjoy:
The town combines subtropical warmth, cultural richness, and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for couples, families, and adventure seekers. Our luxury chalets provide the perfect base for your Kerikeri exploration. Learn more about Kerikeri's landmarks and local food scene in our comprehensive guide.
Kerikeri is approximately 240 kilometers (150 miles) north of Auckland. The drive takes about 3.5 hours via State Highway 1, depending on traffic and stops.
Travel options include:
Many visitors to Kerigold Chalets combine their Kerikeri stay with time in Auckland, making it an ideal two-center holiday.
While Kerikeri itself is slightly inland, it's surrounded by several beautiful beaches within a short drive:
Staying at Kerigold Chalets gives you the perfect balance - a peaceful orchard setting with easy access to beaches for swimming, kayaking, and boating.
Maps of Kerikeri are available from several sources:
Our reception staff at Kerigold Chalets can help you navigate the area and recommend the best routes to attractions based on your interests.
Kerikeri is home to several excellent boutique wineries:
Most wineries offer tastings, cellar door sales, and many have on-site restaurants serving gourmet meals with vineyard views. Kerigold Chalets is ideally located for exploring these wineries, and our staff can arrange transportation if you wish to enjoy wine tasting without driving.
Top things to do in Kerikeri include:
Staying at Kerigold Chalets puts you in the perfect position to enjoy all these activities, with our central location and helpful staff who can provide recommendations based on your interests.
Kerikeri has excellent shopping options including:
Guests at Kerigold Chalets appreciate our fully equipped kitchens that allow for self-catering using the excellent local produce. Our chalets are conveniently located just minutes from both major supermarkets.
Kerikeri offers an excellent dining scene with options including:
At Kerigold Chalets, we're happy to make restaurant recommendations and reservations for our guests based on your preferences and dietary requirements.
Kerikeri has a population of approximately 7,500 residents, making it the largest town in the Far North District and one of the fastest-growing areas in Northland.
Key population facts:
This population size means Kerikeri is large enough to offer excellent amenities while still providing the relaxed pace and personal connections of a smaller community.
Kerikeri is known for several distinctive features:
Staying at Kerigold Chalets allows you to experience the best of Kerikeri, with our orchard setting reflecting the town's horticultural heritage. For a complete overview of what makes Kerikeri special, check out our comprehensive guide covering everything from local history to boutique wineries.
Yes, Opito Bay is an excellent swimming spot located just 10 minutes from Kerikeri and Kerigold Chalets. It's one of many beautiful beaches near Kerikeri that you can explore during your stay.
Features of Opito Bay include:
As with all beaches, it's important to be aware of tides and weather changes. Our staff at Kerigold Chalets can provide up-to-date information on the best swimming conditions and tide times.
Kerikeri is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful and livable towns in New Zealand, offering:
Visitors to Kerigold Chalets often comment on Kerikeri's special charm, with many returning year after year or even relocating permanently after falling in love with the area. Discover more about Kerikeri's unique appeal in our detailed guide.
Kerikeri is approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles) from 90 Mile Beach, which takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to drive. The route takes you through Kaitaia, which is the gateway to this famous beach.
Key information about 90 Mile Beach:
Many visitors from Kerigold Chalets take day trips to experience this iconic stretch of coastline. Our staff can provide advice on tour options if you prefer not to drive yourself. For more day trip ideas from Kerikeri, see our complete area guide.
Kerikeri is just 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) from Waitangi, which takes approximately 20 minutes to drive via State Highway 10 and Haruru Falls Road.
Waitangi is significant for several reasons:
Staying at Kerigold Chalets puts you in an ideal position to visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds at your leisure, perhaps timing your visit to avoid the busiest periods. We can provide information about guided tours and cultural performances at the grounds. Learn more about Kerikeri's strategic location for exploring Northland in our area guide.
Kerikeri is located within the Bay of Islands region, with the coastal areas of the Bay just 15-25 minutes drive away.
Key distances include:
From Paihia, you can take boat cruises to explore the 144 islands that make up this beautiful maritime park. Kerigold Chalets offers the perfect balance - a peaceful orchard setting with easy access to all the Bay of Islands attractions. We can help arrange boat tours and provide recommendations based on your interests. For more information about Kerikeri and its surroundings, visit our complete guide to Kerikeri.
Kerikeri is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles) from Cape Reinga, which takes about 2.5 to 3 hours to drive each way.
Cape Reinga (Te Rerenga Wairua) is significant for several reasons:
Many visitors from Kerigold Chalets take a full-day trip to experience this iconic location, often combining it with a visit to 90 Mile Beach. We can recommend guided tours if you prefer not to drive yourself, as well as the best stops along the way. For more day trip ideas from Kerikeri, check out our comprehensive Kerikeri guide.
Kerikeri is approximately 85 kilometers (53 miles) from Whangarei, which takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to drive via State Highway 1 and 10.
Whangarei offers several attractions:
Many guests at Kerigold Chalets visit Whangarei as a day trip or as a stop on their journey to or from Auckland. The drive is scenic, passing through rolling countryside and several small towns. Kerikeri serves as an excellent base for exploring Northland - learn more in our detailed area guide.
Kerikeri is approximately 35 kilometers (22 miles) from Russell by road, which takes about 45 minutes to drive. This route involves taking a vehicle ferry from Opua to Okiato.
Alternative routes to Russell:
Russell (Kororāreka) was New Zealand's first European settlement and seaport, once known as the "hellhole of the Pacific." Today it's a charming seaside town with historic buildings like Christ Church (New Zealand's oldest surviving church), Pompallier Mission, restaurants with waterfront dining, and beautiful beaches. Kerigold Chalets can help arrange transportation to Russell and provide information about its attractions. For more about the historical connection between Kerikeri and Russell, see our Kerikeri history section.
Kerikeri is approximately 60-70 kilometers (37-43 miles) from the Hokianga Harbour area, depending on which part you're visiting. The drive to Opononi/Omapere takes about 1 hour via State Highway 1 and 12.
The Hokianga region offers several unique attractions:
The Hokianga provides a more untouched experience of Northland compared to the eastern Bay of Islands. Many guests at Kerigold Chalets enjoy a day trip to the Hokianga to experience its unique landscape and atmosphere. We can recommend the best driving routes and stops along the way. Kerikeri is ideally positioned for exploring both coastlines of Northland - learn more in our complete Kerikeri guide.