Location: Mangawhai
Top Things to do in Mangawhai
What to do and see in Mangawhai, North Island: The Best Things to do
Mangawhai is a locality in Northland, New Zealand around the Mangawhai Harbour. The township of Mangawhai is at the south west extent of the harbour, and the township of Mangawhai Heads is 5 km north east. Kaiwaka is 13 km south west, and Waipu is 20 km north west of Mangawhai Heads.
Restaurants in Mangawhai
1. RnR Charters
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
RnR Charters Ltd operates from the tranquil beach resort of Mangawhai Heads in Northland, New Zealand. Mangawhai is located about 60 minutes drive from Auckland Harbour Bridge. RnR Charters Ltd specialises in exclusive trips to the Mokohinau Islands, Hen and Chicken Islands and Little Barrier and Great Barrier Islands. Mangawhai is very well situated for easy access to world class fishing, game fishing, diving and sightseeing.If you are looking for a cruise or sea tour to provide you with memories to treasure, book a trip on RnR.
2. Wined About Bike Tours
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take a cycle around Mangawhai Village and Heads to enjoy the local wineries, orchards, olive groves, chocolate factory, art and craft venues and other boutique outlets in Magical Mangawhai. The area also has some of the most spectacular vistas and scenery including a surf beach and quiet estuary with the sand dunes as a back drop.
3. Aotearoa Surf School
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5.0 based on 411 reviews
Aotearoa Surf Stand up paddle boarding! Surfing! Kayaking! and much more Get a Lesson, take a tour or explore on your own Enjoy Mangawhai estuary with a Stand up paddle boarding lesson We have a large range of stand up paddle boards and surfboards for the whole family. Safe, Easy and fun. Regular lessons and tours operating all year round at the Mangawhai tavern, surf beach, and from our home base at Te Arai Beach Aotearoa Surf is the oldest established surf school and hire company, operating for 12 years Qualified and experienced coaches Stand up paddle boarding, surfing and kayaking think Aotearoa Surf! The surf beaches in the area are among the safest in the world yet provide ideal conditions for surfers of all skill levels. Learn in safe gentle waves in waist deep water with your coach right next to you. Our 6:1 coaching ratio means you get the best supervision and tuition.
4. Offshore Adventures - Day Fishing Charters
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5.0 based on 95 reviews
Offshore Adventures Fishing Charters is based in the stunning seaside village of Mangawhai Heads, only 1.5hrs north of Auckland. We offer a diverse fishery including some of New Zealand's best Kingfish, Snapper, and in the summer months, Marlin. Custom built boat, top of the line tackle and internationally experienced Guide/Captain will ensure you have an amazing sportfishing experience.
5. Mangawhai Walkway
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5.0 based on 69 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By GaryandLesleyTravel - Auckland Central, New Zealand
To get the full benefit from this out and back walk it is ideal to time in a minimum of 3 hours either side of low tide so you can walk the cliff top one way and the coast the other. Our experience was that the initial ~100 vertical metre climb to the cliff top and ridge line was easier from the surf club end. We enjoyed stunning views of the coastline, the outer island including Little and Great Barrier and the bays and rocks below. The bush track is nice with the quality of the forest improving at the far end before the decent using the well maintained steps which made getting to the beach easy, the walk back along the coast exploring rock pools and watching the bird life was great. With a stop for lunch and a swim the complete walk took us 3 hours. Mangawhai Heads is ~105km from Auckland’s CDB. There is plenty of parking at the surf club and public toilets. Highly recommended.
6. Reel Magic Fishing Charters
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reel Magic is a 6.5 meter alloy hardtop vessel. It is licenced for up to 6 passengers, but if you are fishing it is best to have a limit of 4 passengers. We fish in the Mangawhai Bream Bay area and offshore to the Hen & Chickens islands. Rods are available for hire.
7. Mangawhai Museum
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4.5 based on 61 reviews
Mangawhai's stories and characters come to life in our modern, vibrant museum. Built with the vision of telling our stories with the Harbour as a focal point, the Mangawhai Museum has been created with a huge input from our community. It will continue to evolve and develop as our stories continue to be told.
Reviewed By kirstinAuckland
Such an interesting museum for both adults and kids. We loved reading about the history of the town, dating right back to the early settlers and gum diggers, up to the fascinating explanation of how the locals banded together to successfully re open the harbour entrance after years of damage caused by storms. We particularly enjoyed learning of how locals had transformed the decommissioned Auckland trams into baches - the replica inside the museum was so well done ! There was a nice room full of surprises for the young ones and a great cafe next door. Highly recommended!
8. Mangawhai Tavern Market
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By LisaK-NZ - Mangawhai, New Zealand
Love the vibe here. Great stalls. Fresh veges,honey, deli items, quality collectibles, French small antiques, table cloths etc, lovely Mangawhai kids clothing and so much more.
9. Mangawhai Beach
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By galvel - Auckland, New Zealand
We've stayed at The Views - Mangawhai Heads AirBnbs ( host Claudia ) on Pearl Street which is 2 minutes by car or you can walk to the main beach. Great room to ourselves including kitchenette and a shower, super awesome host which made our stay even better. The main beach itself is beautiful, white sand and blue water - couldn't wish for better. The sand does get really hot so bring footwear to get to your spot.There is a small coffee and ice cream place just before the entrance to the beach. Our new east coast beach hang out. highly recommended.
10. Mangawhai Tavern Market
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Mangawhai Tavern Market, a beautiful place to hangout! Something for everyone with such a great variety of stalls. Come down and meet up with family and friends. Grab a coffee, check out the produce, have something to eat and take in what Mangawhai & Northland have to offer. The Tavern open their facilities for service at 10.30am and the garden bar has live music to sit back and enjoy your day
Reviewed By GaryandLesleyTravel - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Behind the Mangawhai Tavern this weekly market had a great selection of arts, crafts and food on offer. Fresh vegetables, artisan bread, cured meats and cheese. Every Saturday 8.30am - 1pm
