Whangamatā is famous for its unique combination of beach and unspoiled rainforest. The amazing ocean beach provides some of the best surfing breaks; yet swimming here is absolutely safe. The town has one of the better shopping centres in the area, a unique café culture.
The attractive combination of sand, surf and native forest makes Whangamatā a popular destination for summer holidays. It's easy to find your own space on the 4 kilometre ocean beach, surf the rolling breaks, or swim in the quiet waters of the harbour. There are 2 golf courses in the area and plenty of charter boats waiting to take you diving or game fishing. Offshore, Hauturu Island can be reached by kayak or wading at low tide.
The Coromandel Forest Park and Tairua Forest bordering the town provide great outdoor experiences including long and short walks, mountain bike trails and old gold mine sites. The Wentworth Falls walk is particularly lovely. Or you can choose to go surfing, water-skiing, rock or game fishing, kayaking or tramping. It’s all to be found at a mere 15 minute drive from Pauanui and Pauanui Glade Holiday Park.
This welcoming surf town is a place to catch a wave, a fish or enjoy a delicious café meal.
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