Loads of beach and inland activities in the area for all ages. Here is a few popular options.
Mangonui.
The fishing village of Mangonui is the main centre of Doubtless Bay. Once a busy whaling and trading town, Mangonui has a collection of charming 150-year-old buildings that now house cafés, art and craft shops and the famous fish and chips shop.
3km Heritage Walk
A three-kilometre walk around the village takes in 18 heritage buildings and various other landmarks such as whalers grave sites in suburbia. Plus some great shops and restaurants to try!
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Views Galore
Walks to picturesque Mill Bay and the site of Rangikapiti Pa, an ancient Maori fort with commanding views. Or visit Taumarumaru Reserve at Coopers Beach to see a spectacular coastline.
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Fishing Fun
Charter a fishing trip, drop your line in at Cable Bay or fish off Mangonui Wharf. Catch a drone fishing demo at a beach near you. Or dig in the sand for tuatuas, shellifsh found in sand at low tide at Tokerau Beach.
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Swim all Day
Check out the waves on a boogie board or cool off in the pristine waters at a range of beaches in the area. Don't miss the Taipa waves, Coopers Beach's gentle surf or Cable Bay's safe swimming.
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