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Tutukaka Coast

Matapouri Bay, Northland - click for more.
Matapouri Bay, one of many beautiful spots found along the Tutukaka Coast in Northland
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Located east of Whangarei, the Tutukaka Coast is a detour you won’t want to miss on your journey north. The first coastal village you’ll encounter is Ngunguru, where a sheltered harbour is protected by a long promontory of sand. A little further on is Tutukaka – a port used by game fishing and charter boats. This is the place to catch a dive boat to the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve or hook into a deep sea fishing expedition, depending on the time of year. Next stop is Matapouri, a beautiful horseshoe-shaped bay that’s perfect for swimming (even in winter, if you’re wearing a wetsuit). There are plenty of beach houses in this area; if you want to rent one, talk to a local real estate company. Just up the hill from Matapouri is the track to Whale Bay. Fringed by large pohutukawa trees, this sheltered beach is both beautiful and peaceful. Getting there along the walking track is half the fun. Beyond Whale Bay, the beaches are more open to the ocean. Sandy Bay is a much-loved surfing spot when conditions are right.
 

 
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Tutukaka does not have scheduled passenger air services.

The nearest airport is in Whangarei (48 minutes)

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