Guidebook for Ruakaka
Parks & Nature
Join Jochen on his amazing boat for a two night three day adventure sailing around the beautiful Bay of Islands. Jochen will take you away from the touristy places to locations that are not well known. Not only a marine biologist but an amazing chef as well.
EcoCruz is amazing for dolphin sightings. My most favourite trip out of the BOI. I loved being moored next to a predator free island and hearing kiwi calling in the night.
Ecocruz
69 Marsden RdJoin Jochen on his amazing boat for a two night three day adventure sailing around the beautiful Bay of Islands. Jochen will take you away from the touristy places to locations that are not well known. Not only a marine biologist but an amazing chef as well.
EcoCruz is amazing for dolphin sightings. My most favourite trip out of the BOI. I loved being moored next to a predator free island and hearing kiwi calling in the night.
Great little walk to see the glow worms This is at the end of a metal road
http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/northland/places/waipu-area/things-to-do/waipu-caves-track/
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Grottes de Waipu
Waipu Caves RoadGreat little walk to see the glow worms This is at the end of a metal road
http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/northland/places/waipu-area/things-to-do/waipu-caves-track/
Tutukaka
Amazing marine reserve at the poor knights
See nocturnal kiwi in the daytime from the cleverly designed viewing area . Approx 30km drive
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Kiwi North - Kiwi House, Museum & Heritage Park
500 State Hwy 14See nocturnal kiwi in the daytime from the cleverly designed viewing area . Approx 30km drive
Ruakaka Surf Lifesaving Patrol
Ruakaka Beach RoadSafe swimming here over the summer season
Some great walking trails with amazing views, there’s also a lovely cafe right across the road
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Waipu Cove Beach
813 Cove RdSome great walking trails with amazing views, there’s also a lovely cafe right across the road
Sentiers côtiers de Bream Head
395 Ody RdBreath taking hike make sure you have good shoes
Piroa Falls
Stunning
Brynderwyn walkway is a 12k hike one way. http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/northland/places/waipu-area/things-to-do/brynderwyn-hills-walk/
Brynderwyn
Brynderwyn walkway is a 12k hike one way. http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/northland/places/waipu-area/things-to-do/brynderwyn-hills-walk/
If you love adventure you have to try the mountain bike park at this place. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VUI4WydyBJA&feature=youtu.be
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Parahaki
If you love adventure you have to try the mountain bike park at this place. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VUI4WydyBJA&feature=youtu.be
An amazing climb and breathtaking view. You can get a boat across from Marsden for $30 return (5 mins). Or drive around the coast (50 mins)
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Mount Manaia
An amazing climb and breathtaking view. You can get a boat across from Marsden for $30 return (5 mins). Or drive around the coast (50 mins)
Food Scene
Two Birds cafe
2 Peter Snell RdTheir home made bakes are amazing
Iconic pizza barn. Yummy pizza and sides. Also great atmosphere
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McLeod's Pizza Barn & Brewery
2 Cove RdIconic pizza barn. Yummy pizza and sides. Also great atmosphere
Amazing food, even if its just a muffin and a coffee. Lovely to sit outside at the marina
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Land & Sea Cafe, Bar & Eatery
30 Rauiri DrAmazing food, even if its just a muffin and a coffee. Lovely to sit outside at the marina
HIghly recommended and the staff will adjust seasoning for you..if you don't like too much chilli!
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Spice Route Indian Restaurant
5 Princes RdHIghly recommended and the staff will adjust seasoning for you..if you don't like too much chilli!
Great place for an evening meal, often live music and quiz nights
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Porthouse Bar and Eatery
163 State Highway 15AGreat place for an evening meal, often live music and quiz nights
Estuary TakeAways & Pizzas
5 Princes RdNice fish and chips.
Not Ruakaka but well worth a visit on your way up or down. Visit the chocolate factory and shop. The salted caramel is to die for. The hot chocolate is sublime:)
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Bennetts Of Mangawhai
52 Moir StNot Ruakaka but well worth a visit on your way up or down. Visit the chocolate factory and shop. The salted caramel is to die for. The hot chocolate is sublime:)
Everything Else
Busy little city with everything within walking distance. Town baisin is a happening place . Great walks along the river.28km drive
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Whangarei
Busy little city with everything within walking distance. Town baisin is a happening place . Great walks along the river.28km drive
Entertainment & Activities
Event Cinemas - Whangarei
18 James StRuakaka Racing
Peter Snell RoadLook out for one of the many fun filled days. 2km drive
Northland Dive
3851 Russell RoadHighly recommended
One of the great days out to be had. Scuba, snorkeling, sup, kayak or just watch the marine life at Poor Knights. See and sing in RikiRiko. Perfect day has it all plus yummy food all included. Tell Kate I sent you
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Perfect Day Ocean Cruise
Marina RoadOne of the great days out to be had. Scuba, snorkeling, sup, kayak or just watch the marine life at Poor Knights. See and sing in RikiRiko. Perfect day has it all plus yummy food all included. Tell Kate I sent you
Waipu Cove Surf Life Saving Club
Cove RoadSkydive Ballistic Blondes
10 Domain RoadGreat fun day out, do look for specials on GrabOne
Northland Equestrian
2760 State Hwy 1Great place to learn with top class mounts
Drinks & Nightlife
There is always something happening at the Butter factory. Be it a movie or a band. Staff are real friendly and the place always has a green feel to it. Whangarei is a 28km drive.
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The Butter Factory
8 Butter Factory LnThere is always something happening at the Butter factory. Be it a movie or a band. Staff are real friendly and the place always has a green feel to it. Whangarei is a 28km drive.
Arts & Culture
Waipu Museum
36 The CentreVery interesting, about 13km drive south
Great for a run out west, see how our great kauri were logged. There are also amazing greenstone to be bought here,
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The Kauri Museum
5 Church RdGreat for a run out west, see how our great kauri were logged. There are also amazing greenstone to be bought here,
Forum North
7 Rust AveNot just crafty but there are some stunning walks here as well in native bush. See Keruru, Tui and Ruru :)
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The Quarry Arts Centre
21 Selwyn AveNot just crafty but there are some stunning walks here as well in native bush. See Keruru, Tui and Ruru :)
Essentials
FreshChoice Ruakaka
378 Marsden Point Rd