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Matakana Area Must Do's
Matakana Village
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This small, bustling village boasts a pocketful of independent boutiques. Grab breakfast from Matakana Market Kitchen, lunch at Tramcar Diner and finish the day at the Village Pub. Sample cocktails and local wines from the Vintry before relaxing at the uniquely decked out cinemas.
Matakana Village Farmers’ Market
Perfect for foodies. Buy irresistible pantry items and try the latest in trending ingredients at this river-fronting market. Open Saturday, 8am-1pm.
Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
On the way to Snells Beach, you’ll find this excellent vineyard and sculpture trail culminating at the vineyard’s mouth-watering restaurant by the lake.
Sawmill Brewery and Smoko Room
Home to their nationally famous but locally brewed beers, and delicious share plates.
Sculptureum
A collection of indoor art galleries and sculpture strewn gardens, with a phenomenal restaurant. Check out Friday’s lawn bar and games.
Scotts Landing
The Shuckleferry takes oyster lovers cruising to a top Pacific oyster growing area. Swim, paddle and picnic at the beach discover the historic homestead.
Tāwharanui
Second to none for sand and surf, plus native bush scattered with eco walking trails. Spot kiwi at night with the help of Kiwiness Tours.
Ti Point
A coastal pathway is loved by locals. Ti Point Reptile Park is a family favourite and home to tuatara.
Leigh
Check out their coastal walk before grabbing lunch at Leigh Eats. The Leigh Sawmill Café heaves in summer due to their great pizza,beer garden and live gigs.
Goat Island Marine Reserve
Near Leigh, visit the Marine Discovery Centre. Snorkelling is fantastic but if you are keen to stay dry board the glass-bottom boat or rent a see-through Clearyak kayak.
Pakiri
Stay the weekend at the well-equipped holiday park right on this remote beach’s edge.
Matakana Village - credit Louise Munro
