Ngatea Water Gardens are an unexpected treat for travellers passing through Ngatea on State Highway 2. Situated only 1 hour from Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and Coromandel, they are also a fun day trip destination; and the perfect wedding venue. The picturesque 5 acre property has funny signs and scenes throughout, and is complete with giftshop, playground, and function centre for weddings and other occasions. The wheelchair friendly path through the gardens will take you over bridges, past water... Read more

It's nature's best kept secret - and Manuka Masters are sweet enough to share it with you. The nectar of the Manuka plant - native only to New Zealand - has been used by the indigenous Maori people for centuries to cure and combat skin ailments. Today the pollution free environment of New Zealand enriches the honey-making process, with beekeepers setting up hives in wild, uncultivated areas where Manuka bushes flourish. With a nutritional content up to four times that of normal flower honeys, Manuka... Read more

The Maraetai Boat Club is a beautiful spot to hold your wedding, celebration, conference or seminar out over the water on Maraetai Beach. We can comfortably seat 100 pax with views out to Waiheke and Ponui Islands. Catering available by prior arrangement. Parking available. Disabled facilities available include an elevator and restroom facilities. Read more