Swimming, kayaking and surfing

The Whananaki estuary is a good place to paddle, collect pipis and have a sheltered swim or, you can cross the estuary to the main beach and enjoy the open ocean. Kayaking is a 'must do' and we have kayaks available free of charge. Other local beaches worth checking out are Whananaki Ocean Beach, Moureeses Bay, Otamure Bay, Whale Bay, Woolleys Bay and Sandy Bay. Moureeses and Sandy Bay are also popular surfing spots.

Boating

Tutukaka coast is an amazing spot to go fishing and the estuary is sheltered for those learning to sail. If you are keen to go fishing, we can show you some of the best spots. Whananaki Holiday Park is just 400m from a boat ramp.

Diving

The Poor Knights Islands offer superb ground for shipwreck diving, HMS Waikato, Tui, and deep sea night diving. The islands are a marine reserve below water and above water, they're a wildlife reserve. The islands are located 23km off the coast of Tutukaka and are easily accessible from Whananaki North Motels and Holiday Park. There are good snorkelling spots around the Whananaki coastline.

Walking

There are numerous walks in the area, including the Whananaki to Sandy Bay Coastal Walkway (2 hours one way). The Captaine Bougainville Memorial (1 hour from the camp), on a short side track off the coastal walkway is a popular walk. The National Te Araroa Trail also passes through Whananaki.