You can fish Doubtless Bay and Rangaunu Harbour on either side of the Karikari Peninsula and catch Snapper, Tarakihi, Kahawai and many other species. Some of the most easily accessed dive and snorkelling sites exist in Doubtless Bay on the Karikari Peninsula.

Home to numerous coral colonies, Doubtless Bay offers everything from walk-in beach dives to some of the most spectacular pinnacle dives in the world. Information on fishing, boating, and diving is included in our in-room compendium.

Catch some amazing fish and see the beautiful sights of Doubtless Bay with Captain Badjelly. Doubtless Bay fishing Charters offer half or full day tips providing all the equipment (and bait!) you will need.

Doubtless Bay features two golf courses within a 15 minute drive of Mangonui – Whangaroa Golf Club and Carrington Resort Golf Course.

A bit farther afield is 90 Mile Beach Golf Links on the west coast at Ahipara, and Kauri Cliffs-Matauri Bay or Kerikeri Golf Club, both about a 45-minute drive from Mangonui.

The Old Oak hotel has great access to the best of the courses in the Far North!

Whether it is just next door, or a short stroll away to all of Mangonui’s famous restaurants and harbourside cafes, you will be spoilt for dining choices along Waterfront Drive. All an easy walk from the hotel.

The Thai

Any visit to Mangonui is not complete without a visit to the highly recommended Thai, one of our favourites for dinner. Guests come from far and wide, for very good reason.

Call 09 406 1220 for bookings. In the busy summer season, bookings are essential.

Mangonui Whiskey and Wine Bar

Seaside Bar dedicated to quality wine & whiskey, accompanied by tasty platters of local and international cheese, cured meats and small plate tapas.

Open late.

Jesse’s on the Waterfront

A place to unwind with gorgeous harbour views while enjoying a beverage and meal. Open late.

Call 09-406 0850 for bookings.

Remarkable Cafe & Seafood Restaurant

Ideal for breakfast or lunch, and open for dinner from 6 pm. Open early. Featuring Remarkable wines of Central Otago.

Call 09 406 1644 for bookings.

Fish & Chips

The famous Mangonui Fish Shop over the water is the go to for many visitors to the area for Fresh Fish or classic Kiwi Fish & Chips.

Another option is Fresh & Tasty at the side of the Pub, where you can get fish and chips and other yummy takeaways.

When: March is Mangonui’s Annual End of summer festival.

Time: 12.00 noon to 6.00 pm

The Mangonui Waterfront Festival takes place along Waterfront Drive. This event is a celebration of locally produced food, art, and music. Our small seaside village comes alive. Well worth a visit!

A short drive around the harbour to Hihi, and you will find this property steeped in history at Butler Point. A fascinating look back in time to when Mangonui was thriving on the back of the Whaling industry, and the grounds and original building are magnificent and well worth a visit – take a picnic!

Bookings are essential on 0800 687 386.