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Mangawhai Attractions | Activities

As soon as you arrive, Mangawhai begins to weave its magic and the cares and stresses of day to day living are left behind. Whether you prefer an action packed adventure weekend or a relaxed holiday of good food, fine wine and gentle strolls along the beach Mangawhai has a lot to offer, more even than its glorious beaches - five within a 15 minute drive.

Dining
Mangawhai is well served with fully licensed restaurants, cafes and takeaways, as well as the historic Mangawhai Tavern and several bakeries. For more information about eating out in Mangawhai click here.

Fishing & Diving
There are several deep sea fishing charters including diving available with a range of trips on offer. You can also surf cast and rock fish from any of the beaches. Ask at Mangawhai Tackle and Dive shop for the best spots! A concrete boat ramp is also available on the estuary if you are bringing your own boat.
Click here for more information about fishing charter service providers.
Click here for more information about Diving equipment and service providers.

Golf
There is an excellent 18 hole all weather championship golf course at Mangawhai Heads. Resident pro is well known Ted McDougal. Golf carts and clubs are available for hire. For the golf challenged or simple family fun there is also a mini golf range at Mangawhai Heads.
Click here to find out more about either type of golf.

Water Sports
The local surf beach is patrolled throughout the summer season keeping surfers and swimmers safe. Mangawhai is a great place to learn to surf. There is also the safe inner harbour for swimming, with designated ski lanes. Kayaking is another Mangawhai favourite on the inner harbour waters with the opportunity to explore the fascinating mangrove groves.
Kayak hire is Ruakaka-based. Ask us about kayak hire.

Each March or April
There are many bush, forest and coastal walks (including the magnificent cliff top walks) available with spectacular scenery and lookouts. Each March or April Mangawhai hosts the Mangawhai Walking weekend in which local guides take groups on guided walks of varying degrees of difficulty from gentle garden tours to day long bush treks. The Visitor Information Centre by the Golf Course has a range of maps covering the walks.

Shopping
Mangawhai is renowned for its arts and crafts and there are a number of galleries and studios open to the public. Both the Heads and the Village offer a wide range of shops catering for most needs.

Chartered Boat and Fishing Cruises
Ask us about boat and fishing charter services around Mangawhai.

Horse Riding
There are several operators offering a range of riding experiences from bush to coastal, 1 hour to three day adventures.
Click here to find out about Pakiri Horse Rides.
Click here to find out about North River Treks.

Olive Farm Visits
Mangawhai is becoming recognised as a premium olive-growing region. Award-winning producers Echo Valley Olives and Te Arai Oives both offer tours, tastings and door sales at their beautiful olive groves.

Mangawhai Museum
The Mangawhai Museum presents a unique opportunity to go back in time to meet the earliest pioneers of the area (many of their descendents are still actively involved with the Mangawhai community) and learn how they developed the area from wild bush country into lush dairy grazing.

Vineyard Visits
Local vineyard Lochiel Estate Vineyard conducts guided tours and tastings. Ask us about arranging a tour.

Art Tours
Throughout the year Mangawhai's thriving art community of painters, sculptors, muralists and ceramic artists open their doors as part of Art Tours. These present a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists and discuss their work with them as well as purchase unique pieces of New Zealand art. Ask us about when the next Art Tour is or about our many artists.

Northland
The upper North Island of New Zealand is known as Northland and given the nickname "the winterless north" because of it's idyllic climate. Surrounded by countless spectacular beaches the region welcomes visitors from around the world with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere - the perfect place to unwind.
Click here to find out more about Northland, New Zealand.

New Zealand
If you are planning a trip to New Zealand from overseas you might like to visit the 100% Pure New Zealand website.