Camping and caravans
Listings
Matauri Bay Camp Grounds
http://www.matauribay.co.nz/camp.html
Located right on the bay's waterfront, it has its own caravans, plus a choice of sites (powered and non-powered) for tents and campervans etc. A minimum daily charge applies and priority is given to long-stay bookings.
Sunseeker Lodge
http://www.sunseekerlodge.co.nz/
Small campsite attached to self-catering and backpacker accommodation overlooking the harbour area at Whangaroa.
Taupo Bay Holiday Park
http://www.taupobayholidaypark.co.nz/
Large camp close to the beach with a play area for kids. Other facilities include a small store, men's and women's toilets and shower areas, communal kitchen, barbecues, bait freezer, kayak and surfboard hire, scuba tank refills, and a TV room. 76 non-powered tent sites and 34 powered ones available
Tauranga Bay Holiday Park
120 powered and 30 non-powered sites to pitch a tent, caravan or campervan. The park is right on the beachfront and has a barbecue area, camp store, two kitchens, two laundries, and shower and toilet blocks.
The Valley Healing Arts Retreat
http://www.valleyretreat.co.nz/accom/
A tipee, plus pitches for tents, vans and motor caravans at this arts centre close to Matauri Bay, which offers a series of retreats and workshops. Communal kitchen and bathroom facilities also available.
Whangaroa Harbour MotorCamp
Dozens of powered and non-powered sites for tents and caravans in a valley adjoining Whangaroa Harbour. On-site amenities include a store, scuba equipment hire, communal kitchen, showers and toilets, pool, barbecue, laundry, and boat and fish cleaning facilities.