Hauraki Gulf

The Hauraki Gulf is the ultimate island playground for fun-seekers, holiday-makers, hikers, bird-lovers and fishermen. With regular ferries and airlines visiting Rangitoto, Waiheke, Tiritiri Matang...More

The Hauraki Gulf is the ultimate island playground for fun-seekers, holiday-makers, hikers, bird-lovers and fishermen. With regular ferries and airlines visiting Rangitoto, Waiheke, Tiritiri Matangi, Motutapu, Motuihi, Rotoroa and Great Barrier islands - as well as the Coromandel Peninsula itself - the Gulf offers all the holiday attractions you could want. Fishing trips, water sports, motor-trike rides, vineyards, boat cruises and a huge choice of hiking and other outdoor activities. Not to mention the sheer beauty of hundreds of unspoilt beaches, glorious panoramic sea views and pristine native bush which is home to some of New Zealand's most exciting birdlife. Whatever your outdoor pursuit or interest, there's plenty to see and do in the fabulous Hauraki Gulf.