In the not too distant past, Mangawhai was a picturesque but little-known seaside village. It’s still picturesque, and always will be, but its reputation as a lifestyle and holiday destination is rapidly spreading.
Follow the sealed, winding country road off state highway one a mere 80 mins from Auckland to Northlands southern- most resort and you will soon find any number of explanations for Mangawhai's burgeoning popularity. Mangawhai beach is a surfer’s paradise as well as a safe patrolled beach for the kids, the estuary provides further safe swimming or if a secluded long white sand beach is more for you then Te Arai is a short drive away. Charter and recreational fishing boats ply the off shore waters, where you find superb fishing and world class diving, from the Hen and Chicken Islands to the Mokohinau Islands.
As a marine playground, this is a spot with few equals.
Onshore, there are diversions aplenty too. Mangawhai Golf Club is a coastal course ranked within the best in the North Island. Unique walking tracks, including the spectacular Costal Track makes Mangawhai a great place to explore. With easy access to Te Arai beach, Pakiri, Langs and Waipu, Mangawhai is truly a unique holiday destination sure to please. Come and find out why the locals know it as MAGICAL MANGAWHAI.