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Things to do near us

Things to do in the local area

Whether you like to grab some fish ‘n chips or sit in for a relaxing meal, the Matakana area has it all. These are all of the Clearyak team’s favourite places to eat, and things to do. Mostly all family friendly, with great service.

Here are a few things to do in the surrounding area around your Clearyak experience. Make a day out of your trip up to Goat Island!

3-Hour Island Explorer

Explore all that the beautiful Bay of Islands has to offer. See caves, tunnels, sparkling lagoons and beautiful beaches. Take on an adventure, visit the famous “Hole in the Rock” and experience blasting through it on your own jet ski!

Zip & Wine Tour

Your Waiheke EV adventure begins with a scenic ferry ride from Auckland, followed by a personal guided tour of the island, a thrilling EcoZip zipline experience, and lunch at The Heke. You can then return to the ferry or explore Oneroa’s boutique shops and cafés.

Leigh-eats

Leigh Eats, Leigh
Enjoy delicious kiwi fish ‘n chips in the seaside village of Leigh.

Charlies Gelato

Charlies Gelato, Matakana
Delicious artisan gelato made in Matakana. Over 30 different flavours to choose from!

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Leigh Sawmill Cafe, Leigh
Delicious pizzas and a great chilled vibe just down the road from Goat Island
Sawmill Brewery

Sawmill Brewery, Leigh

Enjoy their beautiful range of craft beers. Great outdoor area to relax. Child friendly.

Matakana Pub
The Matakana Pub

Relax in the cool outdoors, set up with a cold one

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The Farmers Daughter, Omaha

Cafe and bakery overlooking Omaha estuary. Serves craft beer, wine and seasonal cocktails.

Activities to do

Matakana’s Farmers Market

Matakana Farmer’s Market
Support the locals around the markets

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Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre
In-depth information and live feeling tanks

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Sculptureum, Matakana
An absolute must-do. It should be on your bucket list.

Person Snorkelling at Goat Island Marine Reserve
Snorkel

After a Clearyak, head out for a snorkel

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Scuba dive

Take yourself to another level and scuba the reserve

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Goat Island Discovery Walk
View the Island from a different perspective on the walk.