Get in
[edit]Drive or catch the Tairua/Pauanui ferry which operates every hour in summer. The Tairua Harbour is a safe harbour for yachts. Private air charters are available.
Get around
[edit]Car, kayak, boat, ferry, bike.
See
[edit]Ocean Beach, Pauanui Waterways, Tairua Harbour.
Do
[edit]The coastal area and the bush and river terrain behind that are a good base for all kinds of outdoor activities. Swimming, surfing, kayaking, sailing, fishing, diving, hiking and biking: there's plenty of opportunities to choose from. If that's not for you however, join the rest of the relaxing crowd and go sunbathing on the pretty beach.
Buy
[edit]Sunscreen, sun umbrella, food, drink. There is a supermarket in the town that can meet all your needs. The commercial area also provides for hardware and fuel.
Eat
[edit]Bakery, cafes, supermarket
Drink
[edit]The shopping center contains two licensed bars where great beer and food are available. For off license requirements the liquor store and supermarket will meet your needs.
Sleep
[edit]Your accommodation options include: Puka Park Lodge, Ocean breeze resort, motor camp
Many holiday houses are available for private rental. Search out bookabach.co.nz
Go next
[edit]Head to Tairua, Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove, Whangamata or Thames.