Nearby Attractions
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We would love to hear from you and help you with anything you need!
We can help you with your holiday plan from trecks, walks, golf, fishing, surfing, or even a drink and a meal at some of the top spots in town.
Mangawhai Golf Course
Situated near the coast in the fast-growing holiday area of Mangawhai, the course was originally designed in 1979 by Harry Dale, a designer of over 60 courses.
221 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai 0505
+64 9 431 4807
The Mangawhai Estuary
The estuary is a short walk, maybe 10 minutes down the main street. The view from the cliff top is stunning over the estuary, sand dunes, the ocean and the islands in the distance. The swimming is great or you can just walk down the stair to dip your feet in the water!
The Mangawhai Tavern
Established in 1865, the historic Mangawhai Tavern is adjacent to the old port where the ships were loaded with the Kauri milled from the bush.
The tavern is now a fantastic live entertainment venue with live music every weekend and a Christmas/New Years festival of live music.
Mangawhai Tavern, 2 Moir Street, Mangawhai 0540
Phone: +64 9 4314505
Email: gillian@mangawhaitavern.co.nz
Website: www.mangawhaitavern.co.nz
Fishing in Mangawhai
Off the beach by the surf club or on boat, the fishing in Mangawhai is excellent.
Fishing Charters
Ridgeback Fishing Charters Mangawhai
1 Alamar Crescent, Mangawhai, Tel: 0800 347 467
RnR, Boat and Fishing Charters
Alamar Crescent, Mangawhai, +64 9 4237642
Mangawhai Fishing & Tackle
8 Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads, +64 9 4315385
Te Arai Point
The regional park land occupies the most prominent headland on this part of the eastern coast offering panoramic views to Pākiri Beach in the south and Mangawhai Heads sand spit to the north, and the rural hinterland and the Tomarata Lakes to the west.
Read more on the council website.
Other Activities
Great beaches and walkways - Surf and family friendly estuary.
Diving charters to the Poor Knights
Award winning chocolatiere - http://bennettsofmangawhai.com/
Artisan galleries- http://www.mangawhaiartists.co.nz/
Vineyard visits
Kayaking
Bike/cycle tours
Walking weekends and guided walks
Mangawhai cliff top walk – 5kms approx 2-3 hours a magnificent coastal walk
Respect nature tours-eco tours and tramping
Te Hana Maori cultural center
Weekend markets and art trails
Renowned bird sanctuaries
Olive groves and tastings
Day trips
Matakohe Kauri museum ( 40 mins)
Horse riding on Pakiri Beach (30 mins)
Goat Island marine reserve (35 mins)
Diving and snorkelling at the Poor Knights island
Bay of Islands day trips
Matakana coast and markets (35 mins)
Waipu (20mins)
Waipu Caves