OPUA MARINA, Paihia
FLEXIBLE PICK UPS AND DROP OFFS
rent hybrid cars and save 30% on fuel - opua / paihia 3 day minimum
Blue Star car hire is the perfect choice if you are travelling to New Zealand’s prime destination – OPUA MARINA in the Bay of Islands. Chase the sunsets and explore the area, with our hybrid rental cars conveniently available for pickup at Opua Marina, ensuring you make the most of your time here.
We also offer flexible pick-up / Drop-off options in these locations: – Bay of Islands Airport, Kerikeri, Paihia, OPUA MARINA. Excludes Russell.
SUPER FRIENDLY AND COMPLETELY HASSLE FREE SERVICE
The bonus of a hybrid car is using 30% less fuel at the cheapest daily hire rate you could find!
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*Please note we charge the total cost to your credit card the day before pickup. No deposit is taken.
VEHICLE RANGE:
3 day minimum for OPUA / PAIHIA bookings
*Please note we charge the total cost to your credit card the day before pickup. No deposit is taken.
Opua, located just a few kms from Paihia
Serves as the gateway to the Bay of Islands and Russell. It’s where vehicle ferries embark on a quick 10-minute crossing to Okiato. Once overshadowed by Okiato, Opua now thrives as a ferry landing and recreational marina, with a population of fewer than 1,000 residents.
Paihia, a coastal town in the Bay of Islands, Northland
Just three hours north of Auckland and an hour north of Whangarei, Paihia is renowned as the gateway to the Bay of Islands, attracting visitors with its beachfront charm, bustling wharf, and sheltered waters.
Paihia offers diverse activities, with water-based adventures like fishing, boating, cruising, kayaking, and parasailing topping the list. The town provides a range of accommodations, making it an ideal base for exploring the Bay of Islands and Northland. Ferry trips to Russell, a short drive to Kerikeri, and visits to the Hokianga region on the west coast are easily accessible from Paihia.
Opua boasts facilities
Such as a post office, Dairy shop, cafes, a modern 240-berth marina, a large wharf, yacht club and school. This store, situated over the water, offers a diverse range of items, from freshly baked bread to fishing gear, wine, and beer.
For those arriving by boat
Opua provides various boating services, including repair facilities, chandlery, launching ramps, sail repair, and an engine shop. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor, Opua remains a vital part of the Bay of Islands, with its cliff-top houses providing spectacular views across the bay.
Explore local beaches, restaurants, historic sites, natural wonders and a whole lot more by hiring an eco-friendly Blue Star vehicle.
Get your Blue Star Car Rental for your Far North trip
Whether you are on holiday or on business getting around Far North of New Zealand can be tricky. We can meet you at the Bay of Islands airport or anywhere around Kerikeri at no extra charge, give guidance on using hybrid car and share insights on must-see places in Northland. You are then free to travel around as much as you need!
Flexible Pick up / Drop Off at no extra cost for the Mid North: including Bay of Islands Airport, Kerikeri, Paihia, OPUA MARINA. Excludes Russell.
Save on Fuel, Less Emissions 