Just north of Te Puru, stop at the colourful Waiomu Beach Cafe for hearty breakfasts, gourmet pizza, freshly squeezed juices and healthy salads. Locally brewed craft beer from around the peninsula is also available.
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Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
26.03 MILES
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Around seven million years ago Paaku was a volcanic island, but now it forms the northern head of Tairua’s harbour. Ngāti Hei had a pā here before being…
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Around 3km northwest of Paeroa on SH2, this excellent riverside maritime museum includes details of Captain James Cook's visit to the Firth of Thames and…
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Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway
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The very worthwhile 4.5km Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway takes 1½ hours (each way) and starts from the car park 14km west of Waihi. It follows the…
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This expensive but intriguing Disney-meets-Polynesia thermal complex comprises a series of hot pools in a lush jungle-like setting complete with an…
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4. School of Mines & Mineralogical Museum
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5. Broken Hills Gold-Mine Workings
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7. Pukorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre
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A small but interesting museum focusing on local history – especially Whitianga’s most famous visitors, Kupe and Cook.