Russell-Orongo Bay Holiday Park

Escape to our award-winning, eco-friendly holiday park nestled in native New Zealand bush. We are a bird lovers paradise and you can spot up to 55 species of bird throughout the park and surrounding native bush. Our holiday park is home to four of New Zealands rarest birds the North Island Brown kiwi, the North Island weka, fernbirds and the brown teal. You will hear the calls of kiwi, weka, morepork, pukeko and spur winged plover during your stay with us as well as experiencing close encounters with some of these rare birds.
We are proud to be predator free and the 2019 & 2021 winner of the predator free New Zealand Holiday Park award. We work to protect the habitat within our 14 acre park on a daily basis by undertaking extensive pest control. Predator numbers are relatively low and the four rare species here are breeding successfully. We support Project Island Song, and the work they do to protect the wildlife in the Bay of Islands..

Choose from affordable, family-friendly accommodation including self-contained cottages, bungalows, cabins, and scenic campsites. Ideal for couples, families, and groups—with a spacious lodge that sleeps up to 60 guests.

Enjoy onsite facilities including a saltwater swimming pool, playground, BBQs, firepit, wood-fired pizza oven, and more.

Our central Bay of Islands location is Just minutes from Russell and Oneroa Bay. It’s also the perfect base to explore nearby beaches, walking trails, heritage sites, and adventures on land or sea.

Every stay helps make a difference—a portion of your booking supports habitat restoration and predator control within our protected park.