Luxury Bed, Breakfast, Dinner & Wine Package for only $275
March 5, 2010 by Karen
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Warm up this Autumn with a relaxing night away at historic Lupton Lodge. Explore the beautiful Tutukaka Coast during the day (self-drive) then come back back to our historic villa for a 2 course dinner cooked by our chef, Andy, bottle of delicious NZ wine and a night’s accommodation in one of our superior ensuite rooms with stylish decor, king-size bed, TV/DVD, heat-pump, tea/coffee facilites & bathrobes. Enjoy a slow morning with a gourmet cooked breakfast and late check-out (11.30am).
Exclusive Tutukaka Coast Website Offer - Quote Tutukaka Coast Autumn Offer when you book. Offer valid until 30 June 2010.
$275 for 2 people including accommodation, dinner, wine & breakfast.
Visit our website for more information about Lupton Lodge
Phone: 09 437 2989 or email info@luptonlodge.co.nz
Surf Gear, Beachwear, Gifts & Art
October 16, 2009 by Karen
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Tutukaka Surf Company
Shop 2, Oceans Resort, Tutukaka Marina p: 09-434 4135 email website
Our friendly staff love the surf and beach life, and are able to give real advice on surf boards, surf accessories and wetsuits as well as what surf conditions are like today. Tutukaka Surf Co Shop also stocks beach clothing, fun-in-the-surf and beach toys, coastal gifts and bachwares, gifts for surfers, surf art and memorabilia.
Tutukaka Surf Company will help you experience the magic that is surf riding, in a safe environment, with qualified coaches. With surf lessons, surfboard hire and a coastal surf shop fully stocked with coastal and surf related product, it is our pleasure to make your surfing experience maximum fun while staying on the Tutukaka Coast.
Tutukaka Coast Surfing
October 16, 2009 by Karen
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Sandy Bay and the Ngunguru Bar are the coast’s most popular surfing spots. You can hire boards and/or take lessons through Tutukaka Surf Company in Ngunguru and Tutukaka Marina. Beginners, families, groups and experienced surfers are all welcome.
FEATURED OPERATORS
Tutukaka Surf Company
Shop 2, Oceans Resort, Tutukaka Marina p: 09-434 4135 email website
Tutukaka Surf Company will help you experience the magic that is surf riding, in a safe environment, with qualified coaches. With surf lessons, surfboard hire and a coastal surf shop fully stocked with coastal and surf related product, it is our pleasure to make your surfing experience maximum fun while staying on the Tutukaka Coast. The friendly staff love the surf and beach life, and are able to give real advice on surf boards, surf accessories and wetsuits as well as what surf conditions are like today. Tutukaka Surf Co Shop also stocks beach clothing, fun-in-the-surf and beach toys, coastal gifts and bachwares, gifts for surfers, surf art and memorabilia.
Kayaking
September 9, 2009 by Karen
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The Tutukaka Coast has endless opportunities for kayaking at every level. Kayaking can start either from Tutukaka Marina, Ngunguru, Whangaumu Bay, Matapouri or the Ngunguru River. Kayak hire or lessons and guided tours are available. Advance bookings for kayaking are highly essential as the operators change locations regularly so you’ll need to arrange pick-up/drop-off points with them prior to the day.
A few suggested Tutukaka Coast kayaking routes include:
Ngunguru River - suitable for all levels, families and novices. Mangrove Forest, birdlife, tidal channels and sandspit. Launch at either Ngunguru or Scows landing, depending on the tide. More info…
Ngunguru Bay - suitable for all levels, families and novices. Kayaking around the bay, sandspit and Goat Island (great for a picnic, snorkelling and fishing). Launch at Whangaumu Bay. More info…
Tutukaka Harbour and nearby bays - suitable for all levels. The Harbour is safe in windy or rough seas. Harbour, sandy and rocky bays, fishing and snorkelling. Launch from Tutukaka Marina or Kowharewarewa Bay. More info…
Tutukaka to Whangaumu Bay - suitable for more experienced paddlers when there is a swell running. Rocky reefs, blow hole, fishing and snorkeling in the more sheltered areas. Launch from either Kowharewarewa Bay or Whangaumu Bay, depending wind direction. More info…
Tutukaka to Matapouri - a reasonable fitness level is required. No other means of public access to many areas. Good snorkelling and fishing, channels, ledges and secluded rocky bays with gables, sandy Bays to the north. Launch from either Kowharewarewa Bay or Matapouri. More Info…
2-3 Day Beach Camping trips towards Whananaki/Mimiwhangata - suitable for fitter and more experienced paddlers only. Guided Tours Recommended. Locations and launch points vary depending on the weather. See our safety section before considering this journey. More Info…
Before commencing your journey always consult the latest weather, tide and safety information. Never kayak alone and always advise others where you are going. Guided tours, lessons and freedom kayak and equipment hire are available on the Tutukaka Coast. Seek the advice of an experienced local if you have any doubts whatsoever. More Useful Safety Information…
Warning: Cellphone coverage is still erratic on the Tutukaka Coast and can be non existent as you move north of Tutukaka Harbour.
Information supplied by Pacific Coast Kayaks.
FEATURED OPERATORS
Pacific Coast Kayaks
Tutukaka Coast p: 09-436 1947 m: 021 129 5921 email website
Pacific Coast Kayaks can take you away on a journey along our wonderful coast to visit secluded bays, sandy beaches, rocky channels and small islands. We also have a large mangrove eco-system (Ngunguru River) and a smaller one at Matapouri. These can be explored in our double and single sea kayaks and are ideal for all levels of experience including families. Other options we offer include walks to viewpoints, and kayak surfing for the more adventurous paddlers. As a mobile operation we also do tours along the East Coast north of Whangarei, Bay of Islands,the Cavalli Islands and beyond.
All tours include refreshments and hot drinks. Bring your own lunch, water and snacks for longer trips. We also supply snorkelling and fishing gear by arrangement. Dry bags are supplied. Bring a change of clothing, sunnies, sunblock, hat, swimming shorts, footwear.
Pacific Coast Kayaks also provide Freedom Rental equipment, full briefing and we offer instruction and training. Bookings are essential.
Tutukayax
Tutukaka Marina p: 0274 901 111 or 021 0299 2467 email
Grab a weekend Dive Package staying at Tutukaka
August 20, 2009 by Karen
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STAY in a Luxury 2 bedroom Apartment overlooking the picturesque Tutukaka Marina Harbour for 2 nights - your accommodation is walking distance to bars, restaurants and only 150 metres to your dive boat!
EAT at Marina Pizzeria on the water’s edge. Have a yummy dinner for two, which includes your main and either an entrée or a dessert and a cold glass of New Zealand Wine or beer.
DIVE a day at the famous Poor Knights Islands with Yukon Dive Charters: package includes 2 dives, tanks and weights - very much an a experience not to be missed…
$310 per person for bookings of two people. To book please call Sally Kidd on 09-434 4146 or 0274 826408 or email (subject to availability).
Snorkelling Package
Includes Stay & Eat as above and snorkelling and kayaking, all for an amazing per person price of $280.
Dive & Stay Deals
April 14, 2009 by Karen
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Escape to Tutukaka, a relaxing days diving, a romantic dinner for two and two nights stay. $355 per person. Find out more…
Cruise up north after work on Friday, sleep in on Saturday morning and explore the Poor Knights snorkelling and kayaking. Romantic dinner for two at iconic Schnappa Rock, and a leisurely drive back home on Sunday. $295 per person. Find out more…
Special Offers
April 7, 2009 by Karen
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Read more about a range of great value special offers available on the Tutukaka Coast for accommodation, activities, meals and combined package deals.
Click here for more information on Tutukaka Coast Special Offers.
Variety Bash Team Question
April 2, 2009 by Karen
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Hey Tutukaka Crew, how are things going?
From Nick: schnapparock@xtra.co.nz
Ngunguru Sandspit Protection Society
November 20, 2008 by Karen
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Message from the Ngunguru Sandspit Protection Society
You’ve probably seen yellow signs and bumper stickers reading, “Save the Sandspit”, and you may have been wondering, “Save it from what?”
The Ngunguru Sandspit Protection Society, or NSaPS for short, wants to protect the sandspit from residential development. Landco is the most recent development company to turn its attention to the sandspit and its adjoining mountain, Whakairiora — but it’s certainly not the first. The area has been in a tug-of-war for the last 45 years or so between private and public interests.
NSaPS would like to see the sandspit and its adjoining mountain protected from commercial development by being put into public ownership. It would make a wonderful park and wildlife refuge — an asset that would attract visitors. For more information, check out the society’s website.
B&Bs and Lodges
November 7, 2008 by Karen
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Unique coastal and rural properties with breakfast included (or available), ensuite or shared facilities and your hosts living on site. Dinner may be available on request along with other services and facilities e.g. swimming and spa pools, guest kayaks, internet access, tour bookings or sightseeing trips. Each business offers an individual service and style at a wide range of different budgets.
FEATURED PROPERTIES
7 Aspden Place, Matapouri p: 09-434 4353 email website
High quality accommodation that combines the best features of a fully self contained holiday home blended with those of a Bed and Breakfast. Both the 2 bedroom Apartment and the 2 bedroom Cottage have their own Spa Pools in there gardens for your private use. We are located just a 5 minute flat easy walk to Matapouri Bay. The apartment is only 12 months old and the Cottage was fully renovated and refurbished 2009. Well appointed, it’s the little touches that make the difference, tasteful linens and accessories help to create a contemporary style and a welcoming atmosphere - somewhere you can really feel ‘at home’. Spacious well equipped kitchens, nearly new appliances including dishwashers & washing machines. Sky TV (additional TV in the bedroom) and DVD. Bring your own laptop, wireless broadband Internet available. The gas BBQ and outdoor furniture make for enjoyable al fresco dining in sunny warm weather. An outdoor hose provides ample water for washing down dive gear and boats. Your Hosts: Barbara & Phil Massicks have 10 years experience in the Accommodation and Tourism industry they will ensure your stay will be enjoyable, relaxing, comfortable and private. Breakfast Provisions available. We also hire out Fishing Rods, Snorkelling equipment, Kayaks, Bikes, Tennis Rackets, Body Boards and Golf Clubs.
Bellmain House B&B & Self Contained Cottage
2049 Ngunguru Road, Ngunguru p: 09-434 3898 email website
Steps from sea at Ngunguru on beautiful Tutukaka Coast adjacent scenic beach/ bush walks - walk to 1000 year kauri tree close by. Trips for deep sea divers to Poor Knights Islands Reserve from Tutukaka Harbour. Excellent restaurants & sports complex within walking distance. B&B includes delicious cooked breakfast fresh & preserved fruits. Apartment 1: 2 bedrooms (1 king, 1 twin) small kitchen unit/microwave. Apartment 2: Top floor - (1 double 1 twin) lounge with TV - sea views, private bathroom ground floor. Bellmain Cottage: (self contained) set in private half acre garden: 2 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 twin) deck with patio blinds own entrance Very reasonable tariffs. Hosts Marion and Graeme.
555 Ngunguru Rd, Glenbervie p: 09-437 2989 email website
Luxurious boutique historic villa redesigned for privacy and relaxation. Nestled in dry-stone walled gardens with swimming pool, extensive facilities and free wireless internet access. Guest lounge with snooker table, library, guest PC and DVD collection. Private dining room with individual tables leading out onto a covered veranda. Gourmet breakfast is included and a restaurant-style dinner menu is available by arrangement. Each superior ensuite room has individual style and character, contemporary uncomplicated décor, comfortable beds, 100% cotton linen, bathrobes, tea/coffee, TV/DVD. 10 mins drive from the Tutukaka Coast. No minimum stay. Visit our website to book via our instant online booking facility.
MORE ACCOMMDOATION OPTIONS: Motels/Holiday Houses Holiday Parks/Backpackers
OTHER PROPERTIES
Oturu Bed & Breakfast 31 Oturu Place, Tutukaka p: 09-434 4142
Rocky Bay Alpacas Farmstay Matapouri Rd, Tutukaka p: 09-434 3046
