Explore Matarangi

Resort town living blended alongside a sweeping beach.

Matarangi is a small town that was developed in the 1980’s with resort living in mind.

All About Matarangi

How to get there

By car

Matarangi is approximately thirty minutes drive from either the Whitianga or the Coromandel townships. Travel along State Highway 25 on the Te Rerenga-Kuaotunu Road until you see the signpost for Matarangi. Turn onto Matarangi Road, which will take you into the township.

Ferry from Auckland to Coromandel Town
Bus from Coromandel Town to Matarangi

Catch the Ferry from the Viaduct in Auckland to Sugar Loaf Wharf in Coromandel. Contact Coromandel Nature Tours for private charters and transfer options to get you to Matarangi.

Other transport

See the Getting Around Guide for a range of options.

Things to do for the kids

Check out the fun children’s playground at the Village Green located off Kenwood Drive.

Where to grab a bite and drink

If you need a quick takeaway or have a bit more time to sit down and relax Pipers Café and licensed restaurant is centrally located.

Places to stay

Check out a range of options in our Accommodation Guide.

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Shopping

For local services please see below and don’t forget to pick up a copy of the Matarangi Beach Paper while you are in town.

Must Do's

Book in a round of golf at the picturesque all weather The Dunes golf course (with pro shop) which was designed by Sir Bob Charles.
Take a long stroll on Matarangi Beach or a short walk around the Matarangi Spit.
Enjoy a full day of entertainment, delicious local food and fine wine at the Taste of Matarangi festival held in April.

Local Tips

Use your fishing talents at the annual Easter Saturday Fishing Competition hosted by the Matarangi Volunteer Fire Force.
If you are having a function and need somewhere to hold it, the Matarangi Fire station hires out their premises for such events.
Rings Beach Walkway – The track can be accessed from three entry points Matarangi, Rings Beach East and Rings Beach. In the regenerating bush behind Rings Beach there is an easy two-hour walking circuit winds through native bush with extensive views over the northern peninsula and towards Great Mercury Island from high points. Visitors are urged to make sure boots are clean and the spray bottle provided be used to help prevent the spread of Kauri Dieback disease.

Boat Ramps

Matarangi Public boat ramp (all tides) is located at Omara Point on the harbour at the western side of Matarangi

Public Toilets

Shop Toilets, Matarangi Drive
Village Green, Kenwood Drive
Matarangi boat ramp

Matarangi Refuse Transfer Station

101 Matarangi Drive Matarangi. Phone: 07 866 5427
Non-Peak Season
Tuesday & Thursday 1.30pm – 5.30pm
Saturday 10.30 am – 5.30pm
Sunday 11.30am – 7.30pm
Closed: Monday, Wednesday & Friday

More About Matarangi

You can take your pick of leisure activities in Matarangi as it boasts a world class 18 hole golf course, numerous public tennis courts and a beautiful white 4.5 km sandy beach that is ideal for swimming and surfing.

Matarangi Local Info

Matarangi business, community and event listings.

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A Taste of Matarangi 2018

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April 07, 2018

Come to the Taste of Matarangi and enjoy a day full of delicious seafood, local produce, fine wine, cold beer and listen to some great music - all at...

Annual Matarangi Fishing Competition - date tbc

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Event Date

January 02, 2019

At the Matarangi annual fishing competition you have the chance to show who the reel fisherman is!

Matarangi and Kuaotunu ANZAC Day Service

Parades & Community Events

Event Info

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Matarangi Volunteer Rural Fire Force

Event Date

April 25, 2018

The ANZAC day service in Matarangi will be held at the Matarangi Volunteer Rural Fire Force Station.

Matarangi Boat and Fishing Club Inc

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Sport & Recreation

The Matarangi Boating and Fishing Club is based in Matarangi and welcomes new members.

Matarangi Community Library

Council Services & Libraries

The Matarangi Community Library is next to Richardsons Real Estate Matarangi in the Matarangi Shopping Centre. The library operates via an honesty box system for you to select...

Matarangi Volunteer Rural Fire Force

Emergency Services

Matarangi Volunteer Rural Fire Force is a key local emergency service group in Matarangi.

Pipers Cafe Professional Wedding Catering - Cor...

Weddings & Functions

For professional wedding catering contact the friendly team at Pipers Cafe. Our dedicated team of award winning wedding caterers are here to make your wedding planning and wedding...

Richardsons Real Estate Matarangi

Real Estate Agents

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Richardsons Real Estate Matarangi is independently owned and operated locally, and is a fully accredited and affiliated office of the Richardsons Real Estate Coromandel group. The Matarangi office was...

The Matarangi Beach Newspaper

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The Matarangi Beach Paper is your local Matarangi and Kuaotunu paper designed and published by locals. It was the brain child of Michelle Dobson but requested by many....

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