Bream Bay, Waipu and Mangawhai
A beach walk at the Ruakaka and Waipu river mouths lead to internationally significant wildlife refuges for shore birds and waders.
Among the species which feed and breed in these pristine estuaries are the NZ dotterel, variable oyster catcher and critically endangered NZ fairy tern. Other species include wrybill, reef heron and banded dotterel – all rare and protected.
For more information please contact the Whangarei i-Site Visitor Centre.Ph 09 438 1079 or visit web
- Waipu Caves The limestone caves are very impressive with ample headroom in the main cavern. You find fine examples of stalagtites, stalagmites and glow worms near the entrance. Take a torch and sturdy shoes.
- Waipu Gorge – Piroa Falls Duration 10 minutes one way. a short, steep zigzag down through bush to the gorge and waterfall. There are good swimming holes.
- Brynderwyn Walkway The Brynderwyn hills stretch from the Mangawhai Heads on the east coast nearly halfway to the eastern arms of the Kaipara Harbour. Unless you retrace your steps, a car is required at the exit points.
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Mangawhai Cliffs Walk An excellent beach and cliff-top walkway through farmland and bush areas -one of the top attractions in the Whangarei area.
Mangawhai
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