Location Map
Areas of interest
Urban settlements of interest

Kaitaia

(population 5630)

This town is a perfect base to undertake activities at the Ninety Mile Beach. Besides that it is a place in which the Maori Culture is prevalent. In conclusion: this town is suitable for Outdoor and Culture seekers.

Outdoor

Aerial sight seeing

A nice way to see the gold colored dunes and the inland of this area is to make a scenic flight. So, explore the far north on a plain.

Exterme(r) sports

You can undertake a trip in which you will, with a 4WD, go to a place where you will sand board on the gold colored dunes.

Horse riding

There is a company offering horse tracks on the Beaches or in the forests.

Culture and Entertainment

Cultural activity

Te Wero Nui

This is a Maori cultural center. You will learn a lot about their Culture if you visit Te Wero Nui.

Museums

Far North Regional Museum

This museum exhibits a skeleton of a Moa and an old anchor. Furthermore History of this region of New Zealand is discussed.

Vineyards

You can visit a vineyard to taste some of their wines.

External Resources

  • Destination Northland - Kaitaia
  • Wikipedia - Kaitaia