The Miranda Shorebird Centre has birdlife displays, hires out binoculars and sells useful bird-watching pamphlets. Nearby is a hide and several walks (30 minutes to two hours). The centre offers clean bunk-style accommodation (dorm beds/rooms $25/95) with a kitchen. Visit the website to check out recent sightings.
Pukorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre
Coromandel Peninsula