What to do and see in Matakana, North Island: The Best Outdoor Activities

Owned and run by adventure-lovers Tony and Nina, Blue Adventures has recently won the New Zealand Travel Industry Awards. Blue Adventures is a Worksafe accredited Adventure Activity Operator and the only IKO-affiliated Kite Centre in the Auckland region. Our kite surfing instructors are trained to teach using IKO's safe progressive method and our lessons are IKO certified. At Blue Adventures we’re all about providing a personalised and exciting experience. Our dedicated IKO and ISA qualified kitesurfing and stand up paddleboarding instructors are passionate about what they do and will provide you with a safe and fun way to learn these amazing water sports. We believe in customer satisfaction and our teaching technique has proven to be extremely successful. Small groups, step-by-step instructions and our up to date equipment will ensure you progress easily and safely while learning these addictive sports! Whether you’re looking for kiteboarding, SUP or wakeboarding lessons, rentals or Naish kiteboarding and SUP gear we’ve got something for you! Blue Adventures runs lessons in the Auckland and Matakana Coast region and our Watersports Centre is located on the water’s edge of the Omaha lagoon, a fantastic location for kitesurfing, paddleboarding and wakeboarding.

Here at Saltwater Eco we pride ourselves on offering quality eco-focused products with purpose. Our unique Saltwater Offerings are designed to excite, energize and most importantly connect our clients to New Zealand’s incredible natural environments. Based on the beautiful Matakana Coast we offer a great range of surf and snorkel activities to suit all abilities.

We offer Harbour cruises on the stunning Matakana Coast Region. River Tour - Running from the heart of the Matakana Village, showcasing the vast history and tidal ecosystem, this one hour cruise is not to be missed. New Zealand's only oyster farm tour - Running from the picturesque Scott's Landing we cruise to a working oyster farm teaching the way we catch and farm these salty gems, sampling fresh oysters cannot be beaten and is must for anyone visiting NZ

Kiwiness Tours is a Matakana based tour and transport service offering a range of guided day out options from wine and craft beer tours, evening kiwi sanctuary tours at Tawharanui, scenic day trips, beach visits, chocolate boutiques, local pottery, private sheep farm visits, gelato & real fruit ice cream, honey tasting and amazing eateries! This is your first choice for people wanting tours offered in true kiwi style, nothings a problem approach! The modern minivan seats up to 11 people (other vehicles available on enquiry) and has a large cargo hold for holiday luggage, outdoor adventure gear or any supplies needed for your destination. Larger group bookings can also be arranged.

Full range of latest model bicycles for hire from comfort cycles, mountain bikes, road bikes, cruisers and childrens bicycles. We have a fully stocked workshop and qualified bicycle mechanic for all your service and repairs.

Summer Sessions is Matakana's favourite surf, skate and street shop. Come check out the latest fashion and beachwear from Rip Curl, Roxy, Quicksilver, Vissla, Seafolly, Rhythm, RPM, Lower, iLabb, Stussy, Santa Cruz, and Volcom. Summer Sessions also has a huge range of surfboards, bodyboards and beach accessories. In Dec. and Jan. book your family's surf lessons with us at Omaha Beach!