Tawharanui Regional Park and Beach

Tawharanui is a wilder surf beach with a dramatic rocky coastline. Surf conditions: Inconsistent beach break for surfing or bodyboarding, but worth the hike even if it's it just for the snorkelling or the wine tasting at Matakana. You can snorkel or scuba from the shore at Anchor Bay. The regional park includes New Zealand's first marine protected area.
The588-hectare park is New Zealand's first integrated open sanctuary (mainland island) where farming, public recreation and conservation of native species combine.
The mainland island was created in 2004 by the construction of a 2.5 km pest-proof fence across the peninsula. A 400 hectare Marine Reserve adjoins the northern side of Tawharanui Regional Park. Wendy says: There are many walks of various lengths. It is a farm park, with 2 beautiful beaches. There are no shops and limited facilities, but a great place for a family day out. It is exposed to the northerly winds.

PRIVATE FULL DAY TOUR TO TAWHARANUI REGIONAL PARK FROM AUCKLAND