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The harbour itself is hidden treasure surrounded by beautiful bays that encircle the Whangaroa coastline.
Whangaroa is steeped in history that goes back to Maori settlement, a whaling station, a mission station, gum digging, and the time when kauri logs were milled brought from the surrounding hills
Whangaroa is also world renowned for its Big Game Fishing referred to as the 'Marlin Capital' of New Zealand Whangaroa and the Cavalli Islands, are one of the most beautiful maritime areas in the world, offering spectacular fishing, diving and cruising waters. Sports fishing at it's best
Whangaroa's Game fishing and unspoilt scenery are not the only drawcards the district has to offer.
Set in a Subtropical Climate, a peaceful environment where the water is clean, and the air is clear, are magnificent Beaches - Matauri Bay, Tauranga Bay and Te Ngaere Bay plus many more
Only 1-1/2 hours north of Whangarei by car you will find bountiful seafood delights for the picking, be it either, diving for crayfish, fishing from either a Charted Game Fish Boat, or the peace tranquillity of Surfcasting from the wharf, rocks or beaches.

You can hire a Kayak, go Sailboat cruising, Game Fishing, Water ski, Diving, Swimming. Or just simply enjoy conservation walks or evening strolling along superb beaches, plus much more?

A wide variety of Accommodations are available within Whangaroa, from in Resort hotels, Historic inns and Hotels, Lodges, Motels, Bed and breakfast, Homestays Backpackers, and Holiday parks and Camping grounds.
CLIMATE
The temperature in New Zealand is sub-tropical with 4 seasons.
Summer: January - March, 15 - 30 Celsius (60 - 86F)
Autumn: April - June, 11 - 24 Celsius (52 - 75F)
Winter: July - September, 9 - 20 Celsius (48 - 68F)
Spring: October - December, 11 - 24 Celsius (52 - 75F)
 
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