Visit Matauri Bay Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand
One of the Most Beautiful NZ Vacation Destinations

Seekers of amazing sights will find a visit to Matauri Bay Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand a treat. Just 30 kilometers north of the dynamic, vibrant town of Kerikeri, Matauri Bay is a popular tourist destination renowned for its beautiful environment; sparkling clean water, glimmering white sand, and quality places to surf. Matauri Bay is one of the most scenic attractions in the north of NZ, not to be missed by visitors to the Bay on Islands.

Matauri Bay New Zealand is the place to go to get vast, panoramic views of NZ’s shores and the nearby Cavalli Islands. In 1987, the bay became home to the wreck of the Rainbow Warrior, a Greenpeace vessel sunk off the coast of New Zealand by French government saboteurs.

Today, the Rainbow Warrior is commemorated by a memorial sculpture, the work of renowned New Zealand artist Chris Booth. The actual remains of the ship are now inhabited by a variety of fascinating reef fishes and have become a world-class diving destination.

If you enjoy fishing, Matauri Bay New Zealand has plenty of large fish that you can catch, eat, and enjoy. Regulations require that the small fish be thrown back into the water, but there are plenty of large fish for a skilled fisherman to come back with a bountiful catch.

Outdoor adventure opportunities abound in this area of Northland, NZ. Camping, swimming, horse riding, jet skiing, snorkelling, and splendid surfing when the waves are at high tide all await visitors to Matauri Bay Coromandel Peninsula New Zealand.

Explore the high ground near the bay to get a glimpse of remnants of ancient Maori fortified villages or Pa. The bay was the site of the landing of some of the first Polynesian navigators, as well as of early interactions between the Europeans and New Zealand natives– when the missionary Samuel Marsden came here in 1814.

Tourists can find New Zealand accommodations at Matauri Bay New Zealand by staying at one of the camping grounds situated on the beach itself. The camping grounds are open year-round and are adjacent to excellent walking paths. The Rainbow Warrior Memorial is also within a convenient walking distance. The camping grounds are extremely popular with tourists, so you’d be well advised to reserve a spot ahead of time in order to ensure your enjoyment of this excellent outdoor experience.

A general store in the vicinity of the Matauri Bay Holiday Park– the most popular campground near the bay– ensures that you’ll be able to meet all of your essential needs while staying at Matauri Bay New Zealand for many days. Virtually everything else in the area has been left in its original state, enabling you to explore pristine terrain on your New Zealand vacation.