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Orewa is a
bustling beachside resort in the heart of the Hibiscus
Coast.
The beautiful beach runs
along the entire length of the
town providing a broad sandy promenade allow tide. A lookout
just above the town provides breathtaking views along the
beach, Swimming and kite surfing are popular activities and
there are kayaking trips to nearby Warkworth on the
Mahurangi River. The Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve at the
northern end of the beach has some pretty bushwalks through
native stands of kauri, matai and rimu.
Orewa is an
excellent base from which to visit the many attractions of
Rodney District. The Whangaparaoa Peninsula has lovely
beaches and scenic walkways at Shakespear Regional Park. The
plush Gulf Harbour village with its Marina golf course and
cafés is also on the peninsula. Ferries depart from here to
visit Tiritiri Matangi Island an open bird sanctuary and a
haven for endangered native birdlife. In the north of Orewa
is Waiwera with its thermal pools, beautiful Wenderholm
Regional Park, and the Bohemian village of Puhoi.
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Snow
Planet
Snow Planet is New Zealand's first indoor snow centre. You
can enjoy a full range of winter sports 365 days of the
year. latest attractions at the park are the Big Airbag for
aspiring ski jumpers and the terrain park, with exciting
features for both beginners and advanced skiers.
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Kawau
Island
Steeped in history - rich
in beauty, Kawau will captivate you. Cruise to historic
ruins, beautiful harbours, sandy bays and rocky headlands.
Explore the wonders of this island hideaway for yourself.
Walks range in length from half an hour to several hours
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Art of Cheese
There are many good reasons you should pay Art of Cheese a
visit. Come and have a delicious meal or snack, a glass of
wine and/or a great coffee. We love children and they love
our playground. Watch the cheese-making through the window.
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Waiwera
Thermal Resort
Auckland’s most visited water destination, Waiwera Infinity
Thermal Spa Resort, attracts over 350,000 visitors each year
with its naturally hot mineral pools, Luxury Medi-Spa, massage
and beauty therapies, conference facilities, luxury
accommodation, holiday park, water slides,picnic & BBQ areas and
licensed café
www.waiwera.co.nz |
Matakana Wine Country
Visit the exciting new vineyards of Matakana and
Warkworth. Matakana Coast Wine Country is a place
where the “good things in life” are found in abundance.
The
region abounds with a startling array of fresh produce,
often available from roadside stalls.
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Goat
Island
New Zealand's first marine
reserve was established in 1975. In less than ten years a
virtual marine desert decimated by overfishing became a rich
ecological area, teeming with fish and other sea life, free from
exploitation. It protects 547 hectares of shore and sea spanning
from Cape Rodney to Okakari Point
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Shakespear Regional Park
Shakespear
Regional Park is located on the scenic Whangaparaoa
Peninsula, 40 minutes from Auckland City. The park offers a
sanctuary with magnificent panoramic views. The inner
Hauraki Gulf can be admired in all its glory and Auckland
City can be seen on the horizon.
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Wenderholm
Cradled by the Puhoi and Waiwera
Rivers, Wenderholm was the first Auckland Regional park and
remains one of the most beautiful. Its forested headland, rich
in native birdlife is one of Auckland's finest examples. The
historic Couldrey House sits in beautiful serene grounds, and a
carved pouwhenua nearby welcomes visitors to Wenderholm.
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Muriwai
A windswept
rugged coastline, 60km of surf beach and rolling dunes of
black sand characterise Muriwai Beach, making it one of
Auckland's most popular west coast beaches. The park was
established in 1906 as Motutara Domain, taking its name from
the rock stack 'motutara' - island of the sea birds.
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