Whare by the Sea Guidebook
City/town information
The picturesque Matakana region is a foodie's heaven known for its weekend farmers market, boutique food shops and spectacular vineyards.
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Matakana
The picturesque Matakana region is a foodie's heaven known for its weekend farmers market, boutique food shops and spectacular vineyards.
Omaha Beach is on the edge of ‘Matakana Wine Country’ and 15 vineyards can be reached within 15 minutes drive.
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Omaha
Omaha Beach is on the edge of ‘Matakana Wine Country’ and 15 vineyards can be reached within 15 minutes drive.
Nature, adventure, sports and food: Leigh has a real mix of experiences waiting for you! Situated on the Matakana Coast in the northern region of Auckland, Leigh is famous for its marine life found at the Goat Island Marine Reserve. The reserve, with snorkelling, clear kayaking and glass-bottom boating available, is a destination in itself but there’s more to discover in this little coastal town!
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Leigh
Nature, adventure, sports and food: Leigh has a real mix of experiences waiting for you! Situated on the Matakana Coast in the northern region of Auckland, Leigh is famous for its marine life found at the Goat Island Marine Reserve. The reserve, with snorkelling, clear kayaking and glass-bottom boating available, is a destination in itself but there’s more to discover in this little coastal town!
Ti Point boasts an exceptional reptile park. There are lots of NZ native lizards, including the amazing tuatara, a rare lizard whose lineage goes back to dinosaurs. Turtles, tortoises, chameleons, iguanas, lizards and an American alligator can also be spotted.
There are great fishing spots off the Ti Point wharf and from here is the starting point for a very good coastal walkway. Meander through farmland and along beaches, past ancient pohutakawa and strange rocky outcrops to the scenic reserve at the end. A perfect spot for a picnic! The walkway will provide you with stunning views out towards Omaha and out to Kawau Bay.
Ti Point
Ti Point boasts an exceptional reptile park. There are lots of NZ native lizards, including the amazing tuatara, a rare lizard whose lineage goes back to dinosaurs. Turtles, tortoises, chameleons, iguanas, lizards and an American alligator can also be spotted.
There are great fishing spots off the Ti Point wharf and from here is the starting point for a very good coastal walkway. Meander through farmland and along beaches, past ancient pohutakawa and strange rocky outcrops to the scenic reserve at the end. A perfect spot for a picnic! The walkway will provide you with stunning views out towards Omaha and out to Kawau Bay.
Neighbourhoods
Whangateau is a step back in time - Europeans settled here in 40 acre blocks around 1892 and all trade (mostly produce and kauri gum) was by sea.
The beautiful, little historic Whangateau Hall sits proudly at the edge of the rugby grounds and has regular folk music concerts each month and are a great night out! Whangateau has an excellent Holiday Park, which sits right on the waters edge and offers visitors quality surrounds for a very reasonable price. On top of the hill nearby is a cemetery with some of the early settlers graves.
Whangateau
Whangateau is a step back in time - Europeans settled here in 40 acre blocks around 1892 and all trade (mostly produce and kauri gum) was by sea.
The beautiful, little historic Whangateau Hall sits proudly at the edge of the rugby grounds and has regular folk music concerts each month and are a great night out! Whangateau has an excellent Holiday Park, which sits right on the waters edge and offers visitors quality surrounds for a very reasonable price. On top of the hill nearby is a cemetery with some of the early settlers graves.
Food scene
The Sawmill Brewery and Smoko Room
1004 Leigh RdMatakana Country Park
1152 Leigh RdLeigh Sawmill Cafe
142 Pakiri RoadRusty Pelican Sports Bar
Leigh Eats
18 Cumberland StBramble Honest Canteen
1151 Leigh RdMatakana Oysters
1217 Leigh RdTahi
1 Neville StSome great live entertainment.
Sightseeing
Pakiri beach
Sculptureum
40 Omaha Flats RdGoat Island Marine Reserve
Warkworth
Tawharanui Regional Park
1181 Takatu RdMatakana Bicycle Hire Limited
1151 Leigh RoadBlue Adventures
327 Omaha Flats RoadConseils aux voyageurs
Se déplacer dans les environs
Public Transport - Bus
Travel by Bus between Warkworth to Matakana, Omaha, Snells Beach, Algies Bay, Point Wells.
Excellent service from Matt and Joy of Mai Ride with their luxury 12 seater van and 5 seater SUVs
64 21 624 707.
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