Water Activities in Whangārei
Whangārei is an ideal location for those looking to explore our great outdoors and stunning Pacific coastline. There are water activities for everyone! Find local surfing spots, world-renowned Northland dive sites, and awesome swimming beaches.
Surf Beaches
If you’re just learning or already a seasoned surfer, we have the best spots for you to visit!
World-Class Diving
With abundant marine life and great visibility, it’s easy to see why Northland’s dive sites are world-renowned.
Swimming Spots
Whangārei is renowned for its awesome swimming beaches which are a great way to cool off and see some of our amazing coastline!
Port Nikau Marine News
Voice of the Ocean’s Eco-Friendly Sailing Catamaran Docks at Port Nikau
Following a three-year expedition sailing around the world raising awareness about plastic pollution, the Voice of the Oceans crew has made Port Nikau their temporary home. After arriving in December, their crew are taking a well-earned break until April while essential maintenance is undertaken on their sailing catamaran, Kat.
Port Nikau Marina expansion in Whangārei is a win-win for local contractors and boat owners
The Port Nikau Marina is expanding as the construction of the latest pier is scheduled for completion in late February.
Repairing Parlay Revival at Port Nikau
Port Nikau welcomed YouTube sensations Parlay Revival to Eastpoint Marina last week to complete necessary on-water maintenance before they finished their six-year round-the-world trip in a repaired hurricane-damaged catamaran. There aren’t many people who would spend their life savings on a hurricane-damaged catamaran to repair and sail around the world, but that’s exactly what Auckland-born …