Debbie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Take the ferry across to Flaxmill Bay and then hike or taxi to the stunning panoramic views of Shakespeare's Cliff. Detour down the hill to Lonely Bay for amazing views, rocks and swimming.
29 locals recommend
Lonely Bay
Take the ferry across to Flaxmill Bay and then hike or taxi to the stunning panoramic views of Shakespeare's Cliff. Detour down the hill to Lonely Bay for amazing views, rocks and swimming.
One of the best kept secrets of the area. Always quiet with gorgeous crystal clear water and large shady trees. A favourite picnic and swimming spot. Climb the headland hill track for stunning views.
17 locals recommend
Opito Bay
One of the best kept secrets of the area. Always quiet with gorgeous crystal clear water and large shady trees. A favourite picnic and swimming spot. Climb the headland hill track for stunning views.
Incredibly beautiful spot to swim or picnic at. Great for photographers. Amazing squeaky sand!
22 locals recommend
Otama Beach
Incredibly beautiful spot to swim or picnic at. Great for photographers. Amazing squeaky sand!
Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Scenic Cruise
16 Monk StA must do for stunning loal scenery
Park in Ha Hei and catch local transport up to the walk. Take your time or powerwalk down this easy track to one of New Zealand's most famous spots. Take your camera!
41 locals recommend
Cathedral Cove
Park in Ha Hei and catch local transport up to the walk. Take your time or powerwalk down this easy track to one of New Zealand's most famous spots. Take your camera!
Make sure you go at low tide and hire a spade from the cafe. Dig a hole and relax in your very own man-made hot pool. Be VERY careful - I Do NOT recommend swimming here, there are a lot of dangerous currents.
202 locals recommend
Hot Water Beach
Make sure you go at low tide and hire a spade from the cafe. Dig a hole and relax in your very own man-made hot pool. Be VERY careful - I Do NOT recommend swimming here, there are a lot of dangerous currents.
Food scene
Great staff and unique, funky vibe serving great food, local beers and wines. No bookings but check opening hours online. Good to do with a trip over to Otama beach or Opito bay
118 locals recommend
Lukes Kitchen
20 Black Jack RdGreat staff and unique, funky vibe serving great food, local beers and wines. No bookings but check opening hours online. Good to do with a trip over to Otama beach or Opito bay
Blue Ginger
10 Blacksmith LnYUM! No alcohol is served here though. Great Asian Fusion food.
Slice Slice Baby
23C Albert StreetOur newest funky pizza joint. Non traditional toppings!