Ngunguru is the first seaside settlement travellers discover
when they leave Whangarei City travelling east – a distance of 26
km. On from Ngunguru is Tutukaka Harbour, Matapouri Bay, Whale
Bay, Woolleys Bay and Sandy Bay which all form what is known as
the Tutukaka Coast Area – 10 kilometres of beautiful beaches –
see pictures below or view a four-minute video.
Activities
Something for everyone!
Year round diving, fishing, kayaking, surfing – beach and bush
walks. Try golf or tennis at the Ngunguru Sports Complex a short
walk from Bellmain House.
Diving
Dive or snorkel the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve which is
recognized as one of the top 5 dive spots in the world! Take a
sightseeing cruise on the large comfortable “Perfect Day” -
snorkel or kayak around these mystical and exciting islands.
Walking Tracks
Some magnificent bush to be explored on Department of
Conservation walking tracks.
Restaurants
Walk to “Saltair” Café on the Ngunguru riverbank or The Ngunguru
Sports Complex – or just fish & chips at Ngunguru Takeaways.
At Tutukaka dine in style at Schnappa Rock or the Pizzeria (a
full menu as well as Pizza!)
