Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Tawharanui February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Tawharanui](https://expedia.ca/Tawharanui-Hotels.d6226561.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Tawharanui Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Tawharanui.d6226561.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tawharanui Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Tawharanui.d6226561.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Tawharanui ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Tawharanui Types of activities [Tawharanui travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Tawharanui.dx6226561) ![Sunrise on the vineyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627255850469273/62f78abd-9c48-4953-ab0b-0e2a47d64edb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise on the vineyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319627255850469273/62f78abd-9c48-4953-ab0b-0e2a47d64edb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Te Arai Beach at sunset. This beach is one of Auckland's best kept secrets - great surf, white sand, warm water and pretty empty most of the time. #nzmustdo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000438783/04f9e290-7e82-4ba1-990b-64fb9c587207.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Visiting my brother in Matakana in the New Zealand's North Island I spent a whole day in Tawharanui Regional Park a whole 7 hours exploring beauty. This park and marine reserve is huge with Two beaches and a lagoon 💚. You can camp here or hire a regional Bach if your lucky. It is also a park with native Kiwis , my goal is to camp here on another trip one summer 🙏🏻](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635926198459/00f2a6ad-161f-4b6c-a05e-af67318bde1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Climb headlands , explore caves , collect seashells , watch fantails dance in the air for bugs. Swim and capture memories some of the many beautiful things to do at this beautiful New Zealand Regional Park Tawharanui 💚💚💚💚](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635926198459/7aff998a-55fb-4a8c-a5bb-8f56320d498e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Tawharanui Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Tawharanui has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Tawharanui is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6226561) ## Recommended things to do in Tawharanui | Number of things to do | 29 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana](/things-to-do/explore-gardens-galleries-filled-with-incredible-art-matakana.a46933660.activity-details): CA $41 | | Top 5 things to do | [Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana](/things-to-do/explore-gardens-galleries-filled-with-incredible-art-matakana.a46933660.activity-details)[Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour for Beginners](/things-to-do/leigh-goat-island-guided-snorkelling-tour-for-beginners.a4519555.activity-details)[Goat Island Experience Guided Snorkelling for Beginners](/things-to-do/goat-island-experience-guided-snorkelling-for-beginners.a50881190.activity-details)[Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour For Advanced](/things-to-do/null.a4588548.activity-details)[Glass Bottom Boat Tour](/things-to-do/glass-bottom-boat-tour.a47490729.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana](/things-to-do/explore-gardens-galleries-filled-with-incredible-art-matakana.a46933660.activity-details)[Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour for Beginners](/things-to-do/leigh-goat-island-guided-snorkelling-tour-for-beginners.a4519555.activity-details)[Goat Island Experience Guided Snorkelling for Beginners](/things-to-do/goat-island-experience-guided-snorkelling-for-beginners.a50881190.activity-details)[Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour For Advanced](/things-to-do/null.a4588548.activity-details)[Glass Bottom Boat Tour](/things-to-do/glass-bottom-boat-tour.a47490729.activity-details) | | With kids | [Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana](/things-to-do/explore-gardens-galleries-filled-with-incredible-art-matakana.a46933660.activity-details)[Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour for Beginners](/things-to-do/leigh-goat-island-guided-snorkelling-tour-for-beginners.a4519555.activity-details)[Goat Island Experience Guided Snorkelling for Beginners](/things-to-do/goat-island-experience-guided-snorkelling-for-beginners.a50881190.activity-details)[Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour For Advanced](/things-to-do/null.a4588548.activity-details)[Glass Bottom Boat Tour](/things-to-do/glass-bottom-boat-tour.a47490729.activity-details) | ## What to do in Tawharanui --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Tawharanui ![Sky Tower showing a skyscraper, skyline and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055180/2acea9de-d01f-41a3-8705-83bbbc0042e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Tower 4.5/5(136 reviews) Enjoy fine dining in a rotating restaurant, dive off the tower on a cable-controlled jump or simply enjoy the views from New Zealand’s tallest tower. [](https://expedia.ca/Sky-Tower-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6055180.Vacation-Attraction) ![Fog drifting over Mt Eden summit, Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055184/5144881b-acdc-42a7-a328-86297f558bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eden Park 4.5/5(44 reviews) Catch an event at Eden Park during your trip to Auckland. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Eden-Park-Mount-Eden.d6055184.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland Ferry Terminal showing city views and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227247/66bef2da-e1de-4764-9e0a-499aa4566f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(165 reviews) Combining historic architecture with modern facilities, Auckland’s harbourside transport terminal is the place to embark on an adventure or simply sit with a coffee and watch the world go by. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Ferry-Terminal-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227247.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sunset on the Sky Tower in Auckland creating a moody backdrop. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/346/af467c93-0a67-4b10-b585-97015d85d68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SkyCity Casino 4/5(26 reviews) Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Casino during your travels in Auckland? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/SkyCity-Casino-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6227133.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland CBD with Viaduct Basin in the foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080549/41cebbe6-ccdb-4d0a-9ff8-4b16b89e6e58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Princes Wharf 4.5/5(138 reviews) During your trip to Auckland, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Princes Wharf. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Princes-Wharf-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080549.Vacation-Attraction) ![Building of the university of Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080485/67b16873-0354-47b3-a2a3-a2347ac8df0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Auckland 4/5(42 reviews) Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Auckland as part of your travels around Auckland. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Auckland-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d6080485.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mt. Eden featuring cbd, a skyscraper and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508153/ce42b689-1f84-4457-a776-f8c870832def.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Eden 4.5/5(48 reviews) Take a walking trail that visits a volcano crater, a 19th-century prison and the historic buildings of this quaint village. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Eden-Mount-Eden.d508153.Vacation-Attraction) ![Auckland Zoo showing zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080499/0d4239c9-e2e4-4679-8003-5d04809b1fdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Zoo 4.5/5(28 reviews) Encounter rare and endangered species from New Zealand and across the globe, including the pygmy marmoset and the huge white rhino. [](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Zoo-Western-Springs.d6080499.Vacation-Attraction) ![North Island showing heritage architecture, night scenes and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635695665701/ed8d6030-7928-4abe-a6a6-fd0ae3808034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queens Wharf Explore the waterfront in Auckland with a trip to Queens Wharf. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Queens-Wharf-Auckland-Central-Business-District.d553248635695665701.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Tawharanui ![Sky Tower showing skyline, a city and city views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052693/8983defc-4575-4e41-9e88-654be3c68388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Auckland ![Rugged coast as Leigh ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/692487227812712448/74e88dec-0208-4fef-950a-499e0d37ce15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Big Omaha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tawharanui worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Tawharanui? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Tawharanui? ### Is three days enough to stay in Tawharanui? ### What are some activities to do in Tawharanui with kids? > - [Explore gardens & galleries filled with incredible art, Matakana](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/explore-gardens-galleries-filled-with-incredible-art-matakana.a46933660.activity-details) > - [Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour for Beginners](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/leigh-goat-island-guided-snorkelling-tour-for-beginners.a4519555.activity-details) > - [Goat Island Experience Guided Snorkelling for Beginners](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/goat-island-experience-guided-snorkelling-for-beginners.a50881190.activity-details) > - [Goat Island Guided Snorkelling Tour For Advanced](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/null.a4588548.activity-details) > - [Glass Bottom Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/glass-bottom-boat-tour.a47490729.activity-details) ### What to do in Tawharanui for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Tawharanui? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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