Matarangi Beach
Three kilometres of soft white sand with safe swimming, paddleboarding, beach walks and easy access right from the village.
Local Guide
Things to do in
Matarangi.
Coromandel activities
A relaxed base for the whole peninsula.
Matarangi sits in the heart of the eastern Coromandel — a short drive from Whitianga, Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach and Kuaotunu, with golf, fishing and three kilometres of beach right at the doorstep. Coastal Pearl makes an ideal base for exploring at your own pace.
The Dunes Golf Course
A links-style coastal course set among native dunescape — wide fairways, sea views, and one of New Zealand's most respected coastal rounds.
Village Green & Cafes
A relaxed village hub with cafes, the local store, kids' play areas and the green — ideal for slow mornings and easy lunches.
Day trips & nearby
More of the Coromandel within easy reach.
Cathedral Cove boat tours
Boat tours from Whitianga and Hahei to the iconic Cathedral Cove arch, sea caves and surrounding marine reserve.
Hot Water Beach
Dig your own thermal pool in the sand at low tide — a Coromandel must, around 45 minutes south of Matarangi.
Fishing & boating
Easy boat launching at Matarangi for snapper, kahawai and seasonal kingfish across the Mercury Bay coastline.
Kuaotunu & Otama
Quiet drives to unspoilt bays, surf beaches and the famous Luke's Kitchen pizza at Kuaotunu.
The 309 Road
A scenic drive through native bush linking the Coromandel coasts — kauri groves, waterfalls and a working pig farm along the way.
Whangapoua & New Chums
A short drive north to Whangapoua and the walk over to New Chums Beach — frequently rated one of the world's best.