Arrive for the surf. Stay for the long evenings.

A harbour city where the day starts on the water and finishes at a table someone set for you. The visitor journey moves from wonder to itinerary without ever feeling like a brochure.

More life to discover

Coffee, then the coast

Places

Coffee, then the coast

Small-batch roasters and corner cafes that open before the first climb up Mauao.

The harbour cooks

People

The harbour cooks

Kaimoana, orchard fruit and a coastline that sets the menu.

Long Weekend Coast

Campaigns

Long Weekend Coast

A seasonal invitation built for three days and one tank of fuel.

Where this journey continues