Tutukaka

Aquatic paradise Tutukaka attracts kayakers, snorkellers and surfers as well as divers who flock to the world-famous Poor Knights Islands marine reserve 25km off shore.

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 Sandy Bay, Tutukaka,  Northland  Martin Ward, Poor Knights Divers

 Motel Sign, Accommodation   © keith011764 via Flickr

Tutukaka

Accommodation

From luxury waterfront apartments to scenic camping grounds and everything in between - this area has the right accommodation for you. 

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 Diving underwater, Activities  © JennyHuang via Flickr

Tutukaka

Activities

Browse through the diverse range of activities on offer in this beautiful area. There are many to choose from, find your favourite! 

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What to do in Tutukaka

  • Dive at Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve
  • Enjoy Tutukaka's beauty on a full-day cruise
  • Kayak, snorkel or surf the crystal clear waters
  • Relax in the local day spa!
  • Give big game fishing a go off the Tutukaka coast

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How do you get to Tutukaka?

  • Travel by Plane
    • Tutukaka is only an hour’s drive away from Whangarei, which offers regular domestic air services.
  • Travel by Train
    • There are no train services to Tutukaka.
  • Travel by Bus
    • Several bus, coach and tour operators pass through Tutukaka on the way to other Northland destinations. The Coastal Commuter bus travels between Tutukaka and Whangarei daily.
  • Rent a Vehicle
    • It’s not currently possibly to hire a vehicle in Tutukaka. Rental vehicles can be picked up from nearby Whangarei or in Auckland, prior to your drive north to Tutukaka.