Small township, developed around coalmining industry of 1890. See the Hikurangi Museum for local history. Golf course. … More info...
Sandy Bay
One of the East Coast’s most popular board surfing beaches. Parking is available at Sandy Bay. After this point the road turns inland, through hills and pockets of highly … More info...
Whale Bay
Idyllic white sand, bush fringed beach. Walking access only from either the car park on Matapouri Road (30 mins round trip), through groves of ancient Puriri trees or via Matapouri … More info...
Matapouri Bay
Spectacular white sand coastal beach, plus a restful estuary at Matapouri Bay. Discover the Mermaid Pools at low tide. Popular for holiday homes. From Matapouri there is a … More info...
Tutukaka Harbour & Marina
A safe haven to mariners since Polynesian navigator Kupe first cruised past, the Tutukaka Marina lies at the head of a beautiful natural harbour. These days it is a fishing port, a … More info...
Whangaumu Bay
Also known as Wellingtons Bay. Picturesque long, sandy, safe-swimming beach. Popular for swimming, kayaking and with families. Boats can be launched off the beach with 4WD … More info...
Ngunguru
Where the road meets the coast a village nestles on the shores of the estuary. Great for water sports. Hire a kayak and discover the beautiful estuary. Walk amongst the mangroves … More info...
Glenbervie
Original dry-stone wall lined farmland aptly known as Whangarei’s Golden Mile. The fertile volcanic terraine is home to orchards, forest and picturesque farmland. Glenbervie … More info...
Whangarei Falls
At the edge of Whangarei (off the road to Tutukaka) is a park containing the dramatic Whangarei Falls. You can view these viewing platforms above, walk down to the bottom to see … More info...
Waro Limestone Reserve
Features interesting limestone formations, 40 million years old. Picnic tables and toilet. Lake in flooded old mine workings. … More info...
