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Welcome to Te Arai Point, a hidden gem on the east coast of New Zealand. Experience the thrill of outdoor adventures, mesmerizing nature walks, and exhilarating water sports in this idyllic coastal paradise. Whether you're seeking the rush of surfing the pristine waves, exploring the rugged wilderness through hiking, or simply relaxing on the golden beaches, Te Arai Point is the destination for you. Our page offers a variety of fun-filled activities and experiences to cater to everyone's interests and make your trip unforgettable.
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My daughters surfing experience was very fascinating. My daughters loved the experience a lot. They are waiting to repeat it again. I think we will do it again in few weeks time. In fact, I recommend this activity for a couple of our friends. The team was very professional and they were very friendly and very suportive.
They'll provide you with all the skills and techniques you need to stand up on your day one in surfing.
Excellent trip to Te Arai for a beginners session with the crew. They were really welcoming, friendly and very helpful in and out of the water. I’d be keen to return for the Surf Sistas 4 week programme! Cheers!
Super laid back and totally professional team there. Loved the chance to get out on the water and appreciated all the expert guidance.
I had a great time in the water with Aotearoa Surf School. The instructors were super friendly, welcoming and made the whole thing a fun experience. We had a diverse group, ranging in age from under 10 to 40+, with different backgrounds and skills, yet the team managed to ensure everyone was supported at their own individual level. I appreciated getting personal feedback, with some instruction and guidance to help me correct some of the mistakes I was making. Thanks Corne, Lilly and Nils for such a great day. I'll back in the water with Aoteroa Surf School as soon as I can for some ongoing lessons.
After the bad weather we’ve had I decided surfing might be fun for a day out and it can be done in rain or shine. It did not disappoint. Che and the team were chilled and professional. They made me feel comfortable and confident with what I was doing. They helped me to stand on the board in less than two hours. The guys he has working for him were very helpful and you could tell surfing was a passion; which made them want to be there. I got the experience on a deal but both my friend and I would happily pay full price based on the experience I had. Highly recommend for individuals or groups. Thanks guys :)
For a view of the estaury visit the Manguwhai Tavern
Always a great experience with these guys. Have been to them at least 3-4 times with my 12 year old and he absolutely loves it.
These guys were great, all gear provided. Small groups so you get quality time. The kids picked up so easy and the teachers were really encouraging. They also gave kids a half hour extra with the gear to for free. Would definitely recommend
Absolutely fabulous staff . 200% for helping my 89 year old dad onto the sand and on and off the boat. Saw ray and fish on choppy day - lovely views. Thanks Kip and all the others for a fab trip.
Had great time doing snorekelling with awesome staff. Would love to come again for scuba. Cheers guys. Great work.
Cannot recommend this enough - for the money it's the best introduction to scuba we could've had. You won't get a cert from it, but it will provide you with everything you need, there's no hidden costs when you arrive and the staff are both professional and passionate. Would love to go further and complete the open water cert next! Thanks for an amazing experience all :-)
Good food, service and ambience
We shared 5 dishes and all were lovely
We had tasty plates to share, squid, pork tacos and the new country pizza. Although the plates looked small, they actually are very filling and we didn't finish everything. The must have--rhubarb tonic for the cocktails is also a pretty pink drink one will surely enjoy. Thumbs up for Smiths!
We really enjoyed our visit. The whole place was beautifully presented. The sculptures were an interesting mix. The quotes made interesting reading. The day we visited was drizzly and overcast but it didn't take anything away from the experience. Even my teens had a good day and they are hard to please.
There are so many nooks and crannies here. Just when you think you have seen it all, hidden around corners there is much more to see. Had a great time, gorgeous weather and all creatures were out and about. Harrison the capuchin was a delightful surprise. Will recommend to others and we will be back one day
WOW!!! They owners were lovely, the environment is absolutely stunning, great walk for the kids, and all the animals etc are very well looked after, their enclosures are very well maintained. Thank you for having us, such a great experience.
We really enjoyed Ti Point Reptile Park. Very relaxing walking around the grounds looking at the reptiles. Not very crowded. Will return again.
A lovely day out to look at art and sculptures. Have a bite to eat in between, and finish with a glass of wine.
The sculptureum is set in beautiful grounds with averies & rabbits also. The sculptures are well set out & plaques to explain the sculptures. There are also 2 restaurants on site
Had a wonderful time here. Could possibly get a bit more signage on where to buy tickets or the entrance is. Some stunning artworks. A lovely walk to experience different points of view. Inspirational quotes. Loved the snails. Great for old and young.
Lots to see and interesting discussions with the kids on how art is interpreted. Kids haa sax be asked to go again
What an absolute hidden gem! Stunning grounds, winery and restaurant as well as the sculpture gardens which were amazing and full of so much colour and beautiful pieces large and small. Everything was to a high standard! We thoroughly enjoyed our time and spent quite a few hours there. Highly recommend!
Such a unique experience! Gorgeous gardens, artwork, animals and staff. Everything is designed sooo meticulously... It's perfect for kids, teens, adults and seniors too. 150% recommended!
Amazing! Loved it!!! Went for the sculptures and art and was very impressed. So refreshing to have fun pieces displayed in a fabulous setting. Very original and much needed alternative cultural experience for New Zealand. Book me made this more affordable for us. Cheers 👍
literally.... Normally, the prices I found were too steep. Happy to have seen this offer on Bookme. It was worth the visit. They had different areas to try and explore. We didn't eat at their restaurant though; although it looked like they had quite a good spread on offer, we had in our company littlies with very limited palettes. If you visit from quite a distance away, make sure to set aside at least half a day for the sights. Better yet, a day or two to best explore what Matakana has to offer. Be prepared for lots of walking. They also do offer a "scavenger hunt" for the kids to enjoy.
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Definitely enjoy this family trip. Wonderful art pieces both indoor and outdoor. Highly recommend.
A lovely day out - such a wide variety of art and sculptures, something for everyone. Easy walk around the beautiful gardens and so much to see at every turn. Lovely restaurant for lunch.
What a surprise find near Matakana. The outside gardens and sculptures are beautifully curated. You also have the stunning inside art galleries with a diverse range of art. We visited on a winters day and it was still stunning- we will have to return during the other seasons to see it all again.
Awesome
This is an amazing place to visit. We love every minute from the start to finish. We took our daughters 8 and 10yrs who equally loved it. A highlight was feeding the rabbits. Alot of time and money has been spent here. Thank you so much, we'll be back soon.
If you are planing to spend a day outside and see some cool stuff, I highly recommend this place.
This was our 3rd visit and still enjoyed every moment wandering around the beautifully designed and landscaped grounds scattered with sculptures from many different artists. After a quick drinks break in the restaurant, Rothko, we continued our journey through the galleries where even more wonderment can be found to enjoy. This is a day out where you really don’t want to rush! We will be back!!
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