Welcome to Red Beach

Enjoy the estuary views while walking or cycling along the water’s edge, through bush trails and parks and learn about the historical significance of the area. Along the path you can find Maori carvings and tributes to the estuary’s past as a significant food gathering place for Maori. Suitable for all fitness levels and ages. You can also enjoy Orewa Beach, shops, and restaurants.

• 214E Hibiscus Coast Highway, Auckland

Island bird sanctuary in the Hauraki Gulf.

• Gulf harbour Marina, Whangaparoa

Located at the farthest tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Shakespear Regional Park offers a range of walking trails, taking you through bushland, clifftop lookouts, sheltered bays and rolling meadows. Wenderholm Regional Park sits at the mouth of Puhoi Rivier where you can relax, kayak, swim, snorkel or stroll through hectares of greenery surrounded by beaches, scenery, walkways and stunning views.

• 1,468 Whangaparaoa Road, Army Bay, Hibiscus Coast

Silverdale has something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Hit the slopes for a day jam-packed with fun at New Zealand’s only all year-round indoor snow resort! If you would rather be somewhere a bit warmer, head to Adventure Park which offers a large range of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages. Silverdale also has a shopping centre and nice range of cafes and restaurants to enjoy.

• 2104E East Coast Road, Silverdale

Within an hours easy drive of Orewa, there are many day trip opportunities. One of our favourite day trips is catching the Fullers Ferry across the Hauraki Gulf to Tiritiri Matanagi Island, Waiheke Island, Kawau Island or Rangitito Island – each offering their own unique treasure waiting for you to discover!

• Hauraki Gulf, Auckland

If your looking for something a little bit different than your average kayak, paddle through the stunningly clear waters in a 100% clear kayak and experience the marine life below without getting in the water! Alternatively, take the popular Glass Bottom Boat Tour showcasing marine life, fauna, birds, reefs and caves.

• Goat Island Road, Auckland

Boasting 440 meters in vertical height, it’s by far the premium destination for mountain biking in the upper north island. The trails cater for beginner to expert riders.

• 521 Kawakawa-Orere Road, Orere Point

Located 50km from central Auckland on our south-eastern coast, Waitawa is made up of three small peninsulas. The park fronts onto four bays and is a recreation park, planned and developed with outdoor activities, exercise, and fishing off the wharf. Great for kids.

• 1168 Clevedon-Kawakawa Road, Kawakawa bay