Things To Do in Tairua & Pauanui

FISHING DIVING KAYAKING

Scuba Diving @ the Aldermen Islands, King Fishing, Glass Bottom Kayaks

Tairua Dive & Fishinn

Visit the little Yellow Shop beneath Paku Mountain.
The only Established shop front offering professional family friendly charters in both Fishing, Diving and Kayaking. Plus many other fun activities such as Teen Dive Camp on Slipper Island, Corporate Days, Fundraisers, Scallop & Cray Diving, Kayak Adventures just to name a few.

Tairua Dive & Fishinn have two Certified Commercial Boats that are fully equipt with on board toilets, comfortable seating both under and in cabin. Both Boats have all relevant safety equipment including comfortable Life Jackets for all on board.

Scuba Diver is Serveyed for 12 people.  And the Island Cat is serveyed for 14 people. (the Cat is also wheel chair friendly)  Pending on the Charter to the number of passengers. For example Diving 4 to 8 people is comfortable on Scuba Diver and  Fishing on Island Cat 2 to 7 people makes a fun group. Comfort Safelty and having a good time by all is our main goal. Sight seeing or just Ferry trips to Slipper Island larger groups.
You design your type of adventure.. and We'll  try our best to make it work for you.
Call the shop on
FREE CALL 0800 348 382.


 

Speak to Linda or Tony (the old sea dog himself) and they will tailor a trip just for you.

We run daily weather permitting. Departures are from our Wharf near the "Little Yellow Shop" or we can offer Pickups from Paku Wharf, Tairua Town Wharf or  Pauanui Wharf. 

Affordable "Accommodation" is available for the Romantic Couple or Diving or Fishing parties up to 10 People in our Holiday Bache in Pauanui.. Or you can choose from a number of quality Accommodation listed on our Accommodation Page.
For Bookings Ring The Shop: 0800 348 382 or Email us at


First Marlin of the Season Catch by Gaza 

Tairua-Pauanui Sports Fishing Club

Tairua is home to the millennium marlin and many other memorable game-fish trophies adorn the clubs walls.

The eastern seaboard of Coromandel Peninsula affords a bountiful choice for seafarers, including the amazing Alderman islands, for fishing, diving or just pleasure boating.

The fishing clubrooms are ideally situated opposite the main wharf and provide a great meeting place for relaxing after a day at sea, with a cold drink and a light meal. (Meals are available over the holiday season.)

The club is also a great source for gathering information regarding the harbour and surrounding areas from colourful characters offering convivial local banter which usually includes many a fishy tale.
BOOKINGS PH: 07 864 8361 

Day Spa's - Tairua Day Spa

If in Tairua treat yourself to a relaxing Day at the Sea Escape Day Spa.

Located at Shop 2, 227 Main Road.

Lisa will personally pamper your every need. So you can real get into that holiday mode.

For Bookings call Lisa: 07 864 7455 or
www.seaescape.co.nz
Email Lisa on
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Fun on the Water

Tairua has water on three sides. The estuary and the harbour for calm water activities; small boats, sailing, kayaking, windsurfing etc. The ocean beach is great for body boarding, surfing, beach fishing, rest and relaxation.

Pleasant Walks Around Tairua

There are several walking paths around Tairua township. For spectacular views of the town and harbour try the short walk up to the Gazebo or the track from the carpark to the summit of Paku.

North of the town there’s the Twin Kauri Track and the interesting beach walk along Te Karo Bay to the old sailors grave dating from 1842.
To the south the Puketui Valley has interesting gold rush history, the DOC Broken Hills campsite and a network of spectacular walking tracks but take care and be prepared, it’s easy to get lost!

Contact Us either by FREE CALL 0800 8348 382 or Email us on    for bookings or any info on these things to do.

Tairua’s spectacular landmark, Paku Mountain was once an island at the harbour entrance but today it’s joined to the mainland by a narrow strip of land. Tairua is Tourism based. The town centre looks after all the needs of the Holidaymaker: Tourist Information Centre, Diving and Fishing, Kayaking, Accommodation, Shopping, Art Gallery, Beauticians, Gym, Golf Club, Library, Hire services, Holiday supplies, Garage & Car repairs AA Road side assit base for the Coromandel, Police Station and Doctor surgeries etc.
Things to do include: Golf, Horse Riding, Boating, Tennis, Diving & Fishing, Bowls and Croquet.

Check out our List of Cafes and Restaurants on our "Dinning Out Page". And please remember to link through to the dinning out page to rate your dinning experience with one of Tairua's or Pauanui's famous world class Restaurants.



THIS WEEKS HOTTEST COROMANDEL ACTIVITIES ARE:

Go Fishing with Tony"

Click on this picture for more information on Fishing Charters out of Tairua Coromandel







Have a go at "Underwater Photography" at the Aldermen Islands


Click on this picture to find out more about Tairua Dive & Fishinn Specialty Courses.
Digital Underwater Photography Is one of the fun Specialty Courses available this year.

Call 0800348382 to book in NOW




Explore your artistic side, Graphiti, "Paint Ball" your mates

Pauanui Paintball . . . the Ultimate Paintball Experience

Stag Parties  
Corporate Groups   
Birthday Parties  
Team Parties
and anyone else who wants to have a whole lot of fun!

Pauanui Paintball is available 7 days a week (with a booking).

Call: Matt 021 703 484   or Lamby 021 141 4298

Wall Climbing, Trek through the ranges, balance on rope bridges and explore glow worms @ night.

Wincorp Adventures Ltd has over fourteen years experience working within the corporate sector.
Groups of a minimum of 6 and up to 100 people can utilise the venue at any one time.
The course is designed for a wide age group of people and all walks of life. We've had 5 year olds, 74 year olds and everything in between!
Wincorp Adventures' tranquil venue has a unique course nestled in gorgeous bush set against a background of stunning, craggy volcanic mountain ranges.
As you wander beside the mountain stream you will see how spectacular the forest can be at night.
Also view the Milky Way, Southern Cross, shooting stars and more on a clear night.
As an optional extra we can do bubbly, desert and candles in the forest which is a fantastic experience and very unique.


Call Sharon +64 7 864 8731

Damian: 021 962 274
Sharon: 027 498 2509
adventures@coromandel.co.nz


Play a round of Golf and relax at the Club.


Australia v New Zealand

International acclaimed Course.
Contact The Resort on: +64 (0)7 864 9999 or
http://www.lakesresort.com/

 

COROMANDEL EVENTS GUIDE CARE OF TOURISM COROMANDEL

http://www.thecoromandel.com/events.html
june 2010

Whitianga Garage Sale

5 June 2010

Great fun and Great deals! Come for the weekend and enjoy the local beauty and cuisine.

In 2010 our goal is to have 50+ homes participating in

the town Garage Sale.

Participants register and their location is displayed on a map published in The lnformer, the week of the event.

Held Next: 5 June 2010
Where: Throughout Whitianga Town
Contact:


july 2010

Just 4 Kids Festival

9 - 11 July 2010

'Where Creative And Active Minds Go Wild'

We are excited to be bringing you the first ever 'Just 4 Kids Festival'. That's right... a three-day festival for all children aged between 2 and 12 years and their families. We've got loads of activities, workshops, entertainment, games and competitions, all under the one roof.

'Just 4 Kids' provides alternative and affordable options for children during their holiday, while encouraging child parent interaction.

'Just 4 Kids' aims to educate parents on healthy eating and the importance of exercise for children.

Tickets on sale 1 March 2010 from iTicket - Get yours today!

Held Next: 9, 10, 11 July 2010
Where: Whangamata Memorial Hall
Website: www.just4kids.co.nz
Contact: Megan Etherington


august 2010

Ohinemuri Jazz Festival
21 Aug 2010

Carnival atmosphere, with music playing in various venues throuughout the town. Dancing, street theatre, games, demonstrations, - lots and lots of fun for the whole family. Tickets $20 and available at venues or through Anne 07 8626999. Ticket provides entry to all venues



Held Next: 21 August 2010
Where: Paeroa
Contact: Anne 07 862 6999

Cycle for Life Challenge

TBA Aug 2010

Cycle For Life is a multi-team 24-hour spin cycle challenge raising funds to support the work of oncologist Michael Jameson at Waikato Hospital


This year, Cycle For Life will be held at the Thames War Memorial Civic Centre

The same community focus, taken to a whole new level. This is our event, raising funds for Cancer Research inour Community.



Held Next: TBA August 2010
Where: Thames War Memorial Civic Centre
Contact: Lisa Stent 07 868 8540

Whitianga Scallop Festival
28 August 2010
Pure indulgence!
A weekend long celebration of Coromandel seafood and cuisine.
Tickets go on sale 01 May for the festival marquee which will be located on the Marina Reserve between 10am and 5pm Saturday. Over 60 food and wine stalls, cooking demo’s, loads of competitions and great entertainment! On Friday and Saturday nights Whitianga’s restaurants and café’s will be cooking up a storm and hosting some great entertainment too.




Held Next: 28 August 2010
Where: Whitianga
Website: www.scallopfestival.co.nz
Contact: events@thecoromandel.com

Coromandel Classic Multisport
27-29 Aug 2010
Two day mutlisport event
A two-day multisport challenge traversing both coasts of the central Coromandel, including mountain and road biking, trail running and kayaking. From weekend warriors to some of New Zealands top athletes can be seen slogging it out against the backdrop of the Coromandel ranges. The course can be shared by teams of up to four people or for the very keen (or insane….) – take on the whole course yourself!



Held Next: 27- 29 August 2010
Where: Thames (overnight in Tairua)
Website: www.coromandelclassic.co.nz
Contact: jill@mediaunlimited.co.nz
Whangamata Spinners & Weavers Exchange
27-29 Aug 2010

Learning Exchange Weekend.


You are invited to come to a fun weekend in Whangamata and share your skill with others including tutors and trades-people.


Registrations are now open for this years exchange.




Held Next: 27- 29 August 2010
Where: Whangamata Memorial Hall, Whangamata
Contact: Ann McCaw aimccaw@xtra.co.nz













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