An adventurers playground…
Mākoha is a great base to enjoy the many sights, walks and attractions that abound in this special part of Northland, New Zealand. Explore what the Tutukaka Coast has to offer above, below and beside the water - you won’t be disappointed.
Poor Knights Islands
The iconic & magical Poor Knights Islands are a Marine Reserve and Nature Reserve 23km off the Tutukaka Coast in Northland attracting thousands of underwater adventurers every year. Listed as one of the Top 10 Dive Sites in the world, these off-shore islands are home to some of New Zealand’s most diverse and incredibly surprising marine ecosystems.
Dive Tutukaka
Dive Tutukaka provide diving and snorkelling trips to the Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve daily.
The Dive Tutukaka crew are extremely passionate about the environment and its future and pride themselves in offering a professional, friendly and personal kiwi service. They will do their best to ensure your experience at the world famous Poor Knights is one to remember!
Surf, Sun, Relax
Tutukaka Coast beaches are among the most spectacular in Northland, and New Zealand. The white sandy beaches include Matapouri Bay, Whale Bay and Whangaumu Bay. The inner harbour pebble beaches either side of Mākoha are Pacific Bay, Kowharewa Bay and Church Bay. There is also the famous surf beach, Sandy Bay. And that’s only to get you started!
Beaches
Just a stroll down the hill or a short drive along the coast, Mākoha is surrounded by secluded white sandy beaches. We highly recommend the easy hike down to Whale Bay and stopping in Matapouri Bay for an ice cream on the way home.
Surfing
Where there are waves, there’s surfers. Sandy Bay and Woolley’s Bay are only 20 minutes drive from Mākoha and both shape up some of Northland's most popular East Coast surfing beaches. Tutukaka Surf hire boards and offer lessons…
SUP Boarding
SupBro offer lessons, tours, fitness and hire of stand up paddle boards in Tutukaka and at the Poor Knights. “We strongly believe that age and ability should not be barriers to enjoying the activity that we love.” Check them out…
Fishing & Boating
The angler or sport diver does not have to go far on the Tutukaka Coast to bring home a good sized catch for dinner. Coastal waters are plentiful with many species including rock lobster & red snapper. If game fishing is on the agenda, the Tutukaka Marina has the charter craft ready & waiting.
Fish Tutukaka
The team at Fish Tutukaka offer small group fishing, snorkelling and sightseeing tours. They are a local, Tutukaka Coast family business with over twenty years experience conducting tours in the area. Available for private charter, Luke and his crew are able to cater day trips specifically to your needs, whether you are on the look out for pelagic bird species or an afternoon barbecue, Fish Tutukaka provide an unforgettable kiwi experience.
Hiking & Walking
The Tutukaka Coast offers walkers and coastal scenery lovers of all fitness levels and ages an extensive range of spectacular and world-class short to long walks. The panoramic scenery is breathtaking, the beaches pristine and often secluded and the native New Zealand bush superb.
Walkways
Whether you have five minutes or a few hours, the walks surrounding Mākoha are truly spectacular. Stop at the beautiful Whangarei Falls (pictured above) on your way to Tutukaka or take a short drive to Tane Moana and bask in natures glory amongst the giant Kauri trees. Tutukaka Headland Lighthouse Walkway is a short 5 minute drive to be able to drink in the expansive views - just beyond the harbour entrance.