Recreation

Fishing charters, kayak rentals, diving trips, sightseeing, local bus transport, airport shuttle, Intercity and Naked Bus connections...we have it all. Plus golf, bowls, rugby and sports, boat trips to Cathedral Cove, Aldermen and Mercury Islands and our own Slipper Island.

	Tairua Ferry Service Runs two-hourly 9-5 every day until Xmas then continuosly 9am till midnight until 07 January. Contact Rob on 027 4970316 for more details. See summer timetable in attached pdf.... View PDF		Seahorse Scenic Island Tours Calm water tour suitable for all ages, 10:30am from Tairua and Pauanui wharves. Only $50 per adult, $35 per child, under 3 years free. Tours and transfers to Slipper Island, stopping in South Bay for a swim, snorkel or kayak (gear provided). Learn about the history of the island, pull up a craypot, or feed the fish, something for everyone. Comfortable boat with galley, tea and coffee provided. Special trips by arrangement. Book at the Information Centre or call 07 864 8354 or 027 363 4535....
	Waipae Magic Charters Great Diving, Fishing and Sightseeing with Skipper and PADI Master Instructor. Coastal trips or out to the Aldermen. 6 passengers maximum - all gear supplied. Also game fishing. Phone Paul 021 632 024...		Taranui Charters - Fish or Cruise Come aboard the MV Taranui and cruise the Coromandel East Coast and offshore islands. Whether its diving, fishing or just a quiet sightseeing cruise, Jim Hope can guide you along some of the most picturesque coastline to be found in New Zealand. Departs from TAIRUA. Sleeps 10 (8 + 2 crew); Day trips 19 passengers; On board compressor; bait & rod hire available. Contact Jim and Ruth Hope 07 864 8511 or 0274 906 062... www.taranuicharters.com/
	Pepe Kayak and Paddle Board Hire All summer long at the Pepe Reserve. 2 hours before and after high tide. Single kayak from $15 per hour. Double kayak from $25 per hour. SUP from $20 per hour. Enquiries on 07 864 9551...		Tairua Bus Company Departs daily at 3.25 pm for Coromandel Hotspots. Daily service at 12.30pm to Auckland and other destinations on the Naked Bus network. Special student discounts and weekend service to Hamilton. Buy your tickets at the TBC office at Harcourt's REal Estate and catch the bus outside the Information Centre. Tel: 07 864 7194... www.tairuabus.co.nz
	Cave Cruzer Adventures Spectacular coastal scenery, waterfalls, blowholes, even dolphins and penguins if we are lucky. Private Bays, the Kiwi sanctuary and Captain Bob's amazing Musical Cave Experience. Call 0800 4 Cruze (0800 427 893)... www.cavecruzer.co.nz		Glass Bottom Boat Enjoy Cathedral Cove, stunning seacaves, coastal scenery and marine wildlife from the vantage point of a glass bottom boat. Daily departures from Whitianga wharf or Ferry Landing at 10:30am & 1:30pm (extra trips in summer). Book at the Information Centre or phone 07 867 1962 or 021 478 290... Link
	Combat Zone Paintball and Family Adventure Park Family fun, mates getaway, team building? Eight fun activities. Something for almost everyone. Activities from just $10pp. Combat Paintball, Outdoor Laser Tag, Soccer or Hockey Golf, Argo Rides, Kids Quads, Archery, Target Paintball Shooting. Spend an hour or a day. Just 35 mins from Tairua. COME AND HAVE A BLAST! 108 Kaimarama Road Whitianga Ph 07 866 0038 or 0275COMBAT (266 228)... www.combatzone.co.nz		Epic Adventures - Fishing Guides Join fishing guide Carl Muir chasing some of Tairua's famous kingfish,snapper,hapuka or gamefish. Epic Adventures is a 7m Stabicraft superbly set up for sportfishing with the latest jigging and softbaiting equipment. Advanced booking recommended Ph: 021 227 4354... www.epicaventures.co.nz
	Impulsive Charters Check us out on Facebook 'Impulsive Charters'. Overnight, half day and full day trips. Game fishing : Bottom fishing : Dive trips : Phone owner/skipper Wayne Newell 07 824 7385 or 0274 829 437...		Cathedral Cove Sea Kayaks Cathedral Cove Sea Kayaking trips explore spectacular volcanic coastline and are designed for all levels and abilities. They have double sea kayaks and qualified guides to give you full instructions and assistance. Book at the Information Centre or 07 866 3877.... www.seakayaktours.co.nz/
	Go Kiwi Transport and Tours Shuttle service to Auckland airport, Auckland CBD, Tauranga and Coromandel Towns. Door to Door service available, handy if you have lots of luggage. Buy tickets and catch the shuttle at the Information Centre.... www.go-kiwi.co.nz		Hahei Explorer Daily scenic adventure trips form the beach at hahei to the Marine Reserve and beyond. View the world famous Cathedral Cove and discover the magnificent volcanic coastline, including the Orua sea cave and the blowhole. Bookings essential at the Information Centre or 07 866 3910... www.haheiexplorer.co.nz/
	Cathedral Cove Sea Cave Adventures Come on board and explore the beautiful Mercury Bay and some of its islands. Possible dolphin, orca or seal encounters. Departs Whitianga wharf 10:30am & 1:30 pm Bookings at the Information Centre or Freephone 0800 80 60 60... www.whitianga-adventures.co.nz		Intercity Coachlines Buses depart Tairua 8.30am and 2.00pm for nation wide destinations. You can buy your tickets and catch the bus at the Information Centre or using this link.... Link
	Slipper Island Slipper Island is the ultimate getaway. Transfers can be arranged by sea or air from Tairua, Pauanui or Whangamata. Engoy the Lodge or the chalets, or if you want to be more adventuresome there are awesome camping facilities. Phone: +64 21 776977 or Island +64 7 864 7560... www.slipperisland.co.nz/		Tairua Bowling Club Hornsea Road, Tairua Tel 07 864 8728 Visitors Welcome...
	Tairua Country Club - Golf, Lawn Bowls, Croquet Main Road, Tairua Tel: 07 864 8416 18 hole golf course on the edge of the Estuary. Visitors welcome.... www.tairuacountryclub.co.nz		Tairua Dive & Fishinn Visit the iconic Yellow Dive Shop at the foot of Paku, located on the Esplanade on the other side of Tairua Harbour. Book in for your unique fishing /diving/kayaking/sightseeing experience on trips designed for individuals and groups. Or top up on a few groceries and some bait, everything you need for a day out on the water. Shop Hours: 9.30am to 4.00pm Thursday to Sunday Trips run 7 days a week.... www.divetairua.co.nz
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