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KILOMETRES FROM GISBORNE KILOMETRES FROM WAIROA
MAHIA PENINSULA SIDE TRIP
A unique peninsular joined by a narrow strip to the mainland, many and varied beaches.
A great holiday spot. Turn left at Nuhaka, follow the coastal road to the magnificent Mahia
Peninsula. With its spectacular scenery, golden beaches and great fishing, diving and surfing,
Mahia is known as a coastal mecca.

'Hike, Snorkel & Surf at Mahia Peninsula' MAHIA PENINSULA SIDE TRIP

7km (from Nuhaka) - Blacks Beach
A famous right-hand surfing break, which is well worth a stop when the swell is up.
10km (from Nuhaka) - Opoutama Lookout
Great views of the peninsula as you look over Opoutama beach towards Mahia Beach village.
The peninsula was once an island but sand accumulation has formed New Zealand's largest
tombolo landform. There was extensive whaling at nearby Waikokopu in the 1830's with
the distinct fish-hook shape of the isthmus being a natural trap for whales, the uncontrolled
plunder meant the industry was short-lived. Just after the Opoutama Village, continue
straight ahead towards Mahanga Beach.
17km (from Nuhaka) - Mahia Beach
Here you will find the main settlement on the peninsula. 7km south of the village on Kinikini
Rd is the Mahia Peninsula Scenic Reserve, with a 3.5km loop walk through coastal forest,
including a picnic area & lookout. The unique position of the peninsula means it gathers
swells from many directions and it is becoming internationally famous as a surfing
location.

Mahia Motel & Holiday Park: 43 Moana Dr. Ph 06 837 5830. Beds for every Budget!
Playground, BBQ area, SUP & Bike Hire, Wifi, Laundry. Surf & Swimming. (See ad below).

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Travelling east from Mahia Beach you will come to a junction. Straight through will take
you to Mahanga Beach, a white sandy beach, great for fishing, walking or collecting shells.
Continue further on to Lake Rotopounamu ideal for swimming and small boats. Mahanga is
the home of Reomoana B&B.
Reomoana B&B: Set on hillside. Panoramic Pacific Ocean views. Self Contained. Family
Unit or B&B option. Ph 06 837 5898 www.reomoana.co.nz E: reomoana@gmail.com

Taking a right as you leave Mahia Beach will take your around the peninsula to Oraka
and Mahia. Retrace your steps back to Nuhaka to continue south to Wairoa.

85km Whakaki Lake 14km
This 1500 acre body of water is owned and managed by the Whakaki Lake Trust, who are
dedicated to the protection & enhancement of the wetland environment. It is the largest
of a network of wetlands that stretch along the 35km coast from Nuhaka to Wairoa. In
pre-European times there were a number of Māori villages strategically placed along this
coastline to take advantage of the bounty of food from the sea and wetland sources. 107