Title: Tikipunga Travel Guide: Best of Tikipunga, Whangarei Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Tikipunga](https://expedia.co.uk/Tikipunga-Whangarei-Hotels.0-n553248635976386210-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Whangarei](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Whangarei.d6136961.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Whangarei](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Whangarei.d6136961.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tikipunga Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tikipunga.d553248635976386210.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tikipunga Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tikipunga.d553248635976386210.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Tikipunga Travel Guide ## Whangarei ![Loved walking in that trailing to a beautiful point of view to the falls.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111704/4accd728-4666-4c8b-a0b3-dbb08aa40b50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loved walking in that trailing to a beautiful point of view to the falls.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111704/4accd728-4666-4c8b-a0b3-dbb08aa40b50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful spot to check out. Multiple vantage points, easy walking paths. Definitely worth the stop. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111704/f15c4f67-69cd-42eb-b077-eecb728c334e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Definitely worth the stop! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111704/66aaaf7f-1926-410a-a919-a3f724288843.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Whangarei Falls walk is a great place to stop and stretch your legs when you're on a long road trip ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976386210/c54749ef-cefd-45d2-9e02-2a8e6a8ddf4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tikipunga Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Whangarei travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei.dx6136961) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Whangarei which includes a bay or harbour, a marina and sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563223482/be6eb1b5-4dab-4aaf-8d22-a062deaf6860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Town Basin Marina Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Town-Basin-Marina-Whangarei.d553248621563223482.Attraction) ![Whangarei Quarry Gardens showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6330482/7367fb1b-bb61-4a88-8755-9e99e6540cf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whangarei Quarry Gardens Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Quarry-Gardens-Kensington.d6330482.Attraction) ![Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526967277/738d2305-6c75-4ab7-9c21-562f797e4d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Botanica & Cafler Park See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Botanica-Cafler-Park-Avenues.d553248621526967277.Attraction) ![Whangarei featuring heritage architecture, a park and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621587477487/0b49c673-fd71-4d1b-85d4-e001908aa3f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Reyburn House Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Reyburn-House-Whangarei-Central.d553248621587477487.Attraction) ![Claphams National Clock Museum which includes outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111698/20a4e0fb-a92a-4df2-8c34-26136abffe8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Claphams National Clock Museum Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Claphams-National-Clock-Museum-Whangarei.d6111698.Attraction) #### Whangarei Art Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Art-Museum-Whangarei.d553248621587477488.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private And Exclusive Day Trip Transport To Waitangi Treaty Ground And Paihia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3336490/7ae1bc88-7f95-473a-986e-333808c247b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland £353 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waitangi-treaty-ground-day-trip-private-transport-from-auckland.a3336490.activity-details) [See all activities in Whangarei](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Whangarei.d6136961.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Tikipunga ![Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/39599fa0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre 9 Riverside Drive Whangarei £96 22 Mar - 23 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ... 7.8/10 Good! (605 reviews) Staff was excellent, the room was a little tired but fine, the best part was we had a perfect view of our boat in the harbor, Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F03%2F2026&endDate=23%2F03%2F2026&selected=54874&PinnedHotelID=54874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386210) ![Kingswood Manor Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623900/9623818/842d2385_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingswood Manor Motel 260 Kamo Road Whangarei Northland £63 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (525 reviews) They called with my late arrival when I rang them to say I'd be there after hours. I used the hot plate and pot provided. It's not brand new or luxurious but is comfortable and spacious and I'll stay there again Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=9623818&PinnedHotelID=9623818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386210) ![Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848353/8c0327da_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka 1 Marina Drive, Rd3 Tutukaka £87 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Tutukaka ... 9/10 Wonderful! (556 reviews) The room was not great. AC was old, carpet was stained, bathroom sink was really slow to drain. Staff were very good and understanding. We only stayed one of the three nights booked. Will not go back. Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=3848353&PinnedHotelID=3848353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386210) ![Discovery Settlers Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6553100/6553049/2a45420c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Discovery Settlers Hotel 61 Hatea Drive Whangarei £83 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (582 reviews) Staff Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=6553049&PinnedHotelID=6553049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386210) ![Aaron Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49160000/49150100/49150065/e302f444_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aaron Court Motel 22 Wolfe Street Whangarei £66 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Hundertwasser Art ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (95 reviews) Very courteous and helpful staff. Clean and well looked after. Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=49150065&PinnedHotelID=49150065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386210) ![Quest Whangarei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10030000/10029500/10029493/7259aad9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Whangarei 58 Bank Street Whangarei £101 27 Mar - 28 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Tuatara Gallery and Old Library Arts Centre ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (295 reviews) Great location in the centre of Whangarei. Spotless room, comfortable bed, good shower, a well equipped kitchen and friendly hosts on reception. Now the bad - this hotel lists a "Safe" in the "More" section of the information for each room type - there was no safe in my room - the hotel should really ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Whau-Valley.dx693203594612768768) ![Whangarei Quarry Gardens showing a waterfall and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6330482/9c8248ef-7751-4247-90cf-4f174b1ead0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kensington Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Kensington.dx553248635976007523) ![Whangarei Heads: Busby Head Track Trail with View on Mount Manaia, Coastal Cliffs, and Volcanic Landscapes of Northland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693203638672891904/039fe356-690b-4bfe-b202-e1cae3f83bf1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Regent Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Regent.dx693203638672891904) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Abbey Caves Abbey Caves is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum if you have time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Abbey-Caves.dx6111708) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverside When in Riverside, you can plan a visit to Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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