Shayne & Lisa's Guidebook
Neighbourhoods
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Omapere
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Opononi
some great restaurants and walks this way
Rawene
Well worth a visit
Kerikeri
worth a visit
Kai Iwi Lakes
296 Domain Rdmagic spot
Waipoua Forest
the largest kauri trees on the planet. anxious Bush walks
Kaikohe
you have to check these hot pools. magic waters they tell me
Sightseeing
Manea, Footprints Of Kupe
41 State Highway 12brand new cultural experience and local history
Pakia Hill Lookout, above Omapere, with views across the Hokianga Harbour. To the west is the Arai Te Uru Reserve, which in Māori mythology was once of a pair of taniwha that guarded the entrance to the harbour; the other was at the northern head. Arai Te Uru is also said to be the place where Kupe, the legendary first Māori explorer, arrived in New Zealand.
Pakia Hill Lookout
8219 State Hwy 12Pakia Hill Lookout, above Omapere, with views across the Hokianga Harbour. To the west is the Arai Te Uru Reserve, which in Māori mythology was once of a pair of taniwha that guarded the entrance to the harbour; the other was at the northern head. Arai Te Uru is also said to be the place where Kupe, the legendary first Māori explorer, arrived in New Zealand.
You may have only thought these rock formations only existed in the South Island
7 locals recommend
Koutu Boulders
Koutu Loop RoadYou may have only thought these rock formations only existed in the South Island
A great place to catch snapper, kingfish and the odd monster. Even just taking a walk to see all the baitfish darting about is great
Omapere Wharf & Boat Ramp
4 Old Wharf RdA great place to catch snapper, kingfish and the odd monster. Even just taking a walk to see all the baitfish darting about is great
Jetski Opononi
5 Fairlie CrescentHire a jet ski or go on a historic jet ski tour
Food scene
Route 12 Pizza and Cafe
328 State Highway 12Great pizza here
Four Square Opononi
29 State Hwy 12Best local place for groceries and essential items
Great food cafe style during the day and at night it turns into a Thai restaurant
8 locals recommend
The Landing Thai Cafe
29 State Hwy 12Great food cafe style during the day and at night it turns into a Thai restaurant
Opononi Hotel Limited
19 State Hwy 12A great place for a drink or meal and chat to the locals
Formally the Copthorne Hotel. A great place for cocktails or a meal or a swim in the pool. Just a short 400m stroll from our place
7 locals recommend
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Hokianga
Formally the Copthorne Hotel. A great place for cocktails or a meal or a swim in the pool. Just a short 400m stroll from our place
City advice
Don't miss
The Saturday Kerikeri Farmers Market are a must visit
1.15 hours drive