Bream Bay Must-Do's 2022-23

Bream Bay includes the bay itself, as well as the surrounding communities of Waipu, Waipu Cove, Langs Beach, Ding Bay, Ruakākā, Marsden Cove, One Tree Point, Marsden Point and Takahiwai, many of which boast glorious white-sand beaches.

White and silky soft, Ruakākā Beach is easy on the eye and a mecca for swimming, fishing and watersports. It is one of the best surf beaches in Northland and patrolled by surf life savers. There’s also a popular campground, a children’s playground and those looking to gather shellfish will find plenty here.

Drive 12 minutes north of Ruakākā Beach to find Marsden Cove. Arguably Whangārei’s most desirable neighbourhood, spend time by the laid-back marine village to see why.

Langs Beach is just around the corner from Waipū and is a bit quieter. It’s popular for swimming although it can be dangerous in poor conditions.

Ding Bay is always worth a visit, this bay is small, golden and it’s not uncommon to spy dolphins splashing about here.

Image Bream Bay © Fraser Clements