Auckland to Cape Reinga, New Zealand

Less than an hour's drive north along the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, we had reached Mangawhai Beach with the sun out and water sparkling blue. It was like we were in a different country! In this area there are 5 beaches within a 15 minute drive with fishing, walking, swimming, surfing, sailing and lazing on the sandy beaches, being the most popular activities.    Select the photo below to see more of this area.