Mangawhai Travel Guide
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The magical seaside resort of Mangawhai is becoming an increasingly popular destination as visitors discover its hidden charms. The appeal is the white sandy beaches (5 within 15 minutes drive), with a sub tropical climate, beautiful walkways, giant sand dunes, wild life sanctuary and nearby lakes. Mangawhai is situated 80 minutes drive north of
Auckland City and 50 minutes south of
Whangarei on the Twin Coast Discovery Route it makes a great escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
The twin villages of Mangawhai and
Mangawhai Heads are nestled around a harbour fringed with pohutukawa trees and mangroves on one side and big sand dunes on the other. Dramatic vistas lead the eye to the nearby Hen and Chicken Islands and the Hauraki Gulf. There is a permanent population of 2000, which swells at weekends and holidays. The two shopping centres cater for all needs from the everyday necessities to quality crafts and gifts. In Mangawhai there are several cafés and restaurants, including the historic tavern which is a popular band venue in summer.
Geographic Location
Situated on the Twin Coast Discovery Route, 80 minutes north of Auckland City and 50 minutes south of Whangarei at the upper reaches of the Hauraki Gulf.
Population
2000 permanent and holiday population up to 4000 over summer
Climate
Sub-tropical
Summer average: 17 - 25°C
Winter average: 11 - 17°C
Major Attractions
Mangawhai Heads Clifftop Walkway, Mangawhai Surf Beach and Harbour, Fishing Charters to Hen and Chicken Islands, Kayaking, Surfing, Swimming, Tomarata Lakes, Mangawhai Museum, Bennett's of Mangawhai Chocolaterie, Smashed Pipi Gallery, Naja Garden Centre, Mangawhai Golf Course,
Pakiri Horse riding, Goat Island Fish Reserve,
Matakana Wine Trial,
Warkworth,
Sheepworld, House of Memories at
Waipu,
Matakohe Kauri Museum,
Whangarei Town Centre, Waipu Caves