Experience The Best of Whangarei with a Cheap Car Rental 

Road Tripping in the Winterless North of New Zealand

If you are after a car rental in Whangarei, you will pick your vehicle up from Budget or Avis on Hannah Street. A hire car will give you comfort and convenience so you can create your own schedule and design your own itinerary.

Discover the natural beauties of Whangarei in a car rental

 Things To Do |   Places To Stay | Places To Eat

 Things To Do

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395 Ody Road RD4 Whangarei 0174, New Zealand

Bream Head Coast Walks offers two or three-day private unguided walks situated at Whangarei Heads. The walks take in private farmland, stunning ocean and harbour beaches, rural roads, recreational reserves and existing public walkways. Walkers start each day from the immaculately presented purpose-built lodge and walk along well-marked routes experiencing an amazing variety of landscapes.  At the end of the day they return by foot, or in one of the vehicles, for a hot shower and a delicious dinner which is ready with a minimum of effort - everything is pre-prepared by the company.

By day enjoy beautiful and dramatic scenery, by night listen to the moreporks and kiwi, Whangarei Heads is a nature lover's delight.  Bream Head Coast Walks offers a fantastic variety of walking options to suit all interests and fitness levels.

Kiwi North & Whangarei Museum

500 State Highway 14, Maunu, Whangarei Northland

Take a breather with Kiwi North; there's something for everyone in one very special place! Kiwi North is one of the “must see” visitor attractions of Northland with 25 hectares of volcanic farmlands and forests where the Whangarei Museum, Kiwi House and Heritage Park are hosted. Kiwi House displays NZ's iconic kiwi bird -- this is the only captive kiwi viewing in Northland. Also, Whangarei Museum has extensive collections and special exhibitions, all set in a beautiful park with an original early settler homestead and other historic Victorian buildings.

It's the perfect spot for city views and do a picnic with family and friends.  Snacks and soft drinks are offered at the visitor reception.  If you are getting to the area by campervan and you are a NZMA member, campervan sites are available. Kiwi North organizes special and fun events for the public which include vintage machinery exhibitions, stalls, Edwardian games, among others. Open daily 10am to 4pm, closed 24^th & 25^th December only.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens 

37a Russell Road, Kensington, Whangarei

Whangarei Quarry Gardens is a subtropical garden oasis created by local volunteers among the remnants of a former stone quarry in the Pukenui/Western Hills district of our city. The 24 hectare site features numerous tropical, subtropical and arid gardens, native forest trails, numerous waterfalls, a lake, a picnic area, and loads of native and exotic flora and fauna.  

After 18 years of hard work developing the Gardens, the WQG Trust will soon open a new visitors' centre & cafe on the grounds (Spring 2015). This facility (designed by award-winning HB Architecture) will allow this community-led project to accommodate large groups of visitors as well host catered events within the gardens. Entry to the gardens is by voluntary donation, with all money collected going towards maintenance and development.

Poor Knights Islands

The coast of New Zealand is a playground for travelers and locals alike, with so much to offer: whale and dolphin watching, fishing, jet boating, sailing, diving and more. Jet your hire car just up the coast of Whangarei where the Island of Poor Knights is situated. It's a protected marine park that has become a popular destination for a unique and memorable experience in the North Island. It has an abundance of sea life, due to the water around it being protected from all fishing and removal of any shells or coral. Rainbow coloured fish and coral will be there to greet you as you enter an octopus's garden, a breathtaking experience you will never forget. Find a pearl of a car hire deal with the car rental pirates VroomVroomVroom... Yarrrrr, mateys!!!

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 Places to Stay

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Tipu Waterfront Accommodation

41 North Cove Lane Waipu

362 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei, New Zealand 0121

BK's Pohutukawa Lodge is a well-situated and comfortable motel accommodation located in the heart of Whangarei, which makes it an ideal stay for families or business travellers.  It is close by to many tourist and natural attractions such as Whangarei Falls, restaurants, museums, art galleries and shops. The lodge offers studios with kitchenette and one or two bedroom units. The services include free wireless internet, optional delivery meals and continental breakfast. 

Ruakaka Beach Holiday Park

21 Ruakaka Beach Road, Ruakaka, NZ

Ruakaka Beach Holiday Park is situated right next to the Ruakaka Beach, 30km south east of Whangarei. This camp is one of the largest ones in New Zealand, offering 225 power sites and 75 tent sites as well as cabins. Ruakaka and Bream Bay are perfect for surfing, kite-sailing, fishing, walking and many other exciting outdoor activities to enjoy while camping. The holiday park also offers a tennis court and playground for families with children. You will also find local markets in Rukaka township and you can visit Waipu Caves and the historic town of  Waipu  within 10 minutes drive south.

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 Places To Eat

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Tonic Restaurant

239 Kamo Road Whangarei

Tonic restaurant offers amazing a la carte and international cuisine, which includes hot smoked salmon and Toffee Creme Brulee. This nationally awarded restaurant features an intimate atmosphere and provides a excellent dining experience. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance. The restaurant opens daily from 6pm till late. Lunch is served Thursday and Friday only from 11:30am to 2pm.