Is it necessary to book a campsite in advance in order to stay overnight. If youre looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so its easy to get around. Kai iwi lakes, a set of three small lakes on the kauri coast three hours north of auckland, is quite unlike anywhere else ive been in new zealand and camping there was a great experience. On several occasions they have been the venue of the n. We camped at kai iwi lakes over auckland anniversary weekend with primary school aged kids. I recommend to anyone looking for a fun relaxed place to stay. Kai iwi lakes is located in omamari, a welcoming area that travellers like for its lakeside setting. Kai iwi lakes campsite promenade point, northland, nz 8 travel. Get your 3day weather forecast for kai iwi, manawatuwanganui, new zealand. Also, it is well fenced if you bring your dogs which is a bonus.
Having said that, the kauri coast top 10 is a much nicer camping ground, in an awesome setting, and you can go on organised nighttime bush walks to see kiwi. Promenade point has camping areas and a toilet block however no shower facilities, and is a true relaxed kiwiana camping experience. Camping, swimming, fishing, hiking and relaxing are all great reasons to visit kai iwi lakes in northland. The lakes are sand dune lakes with clear water and a thriving trout population. Lake taharoa kai iwi lakes the best lake of the world. The sleepout, located on the rear of our property, comprises of one large room, containing a queen bed, floor mattress made up on request and portable cot also available on request.
A camping ground is located amongst pine forest at lake taharoa, and it is an excellent spot to stop for a swim travelling north on a hot day. Pines campground nowadays, pines have been clearcut harvested and replanted. Jan 30, 2018 harrowing accounts paint a picture of a tragic drowning at northlands kai iwi lakes. During the summer they tend to go deep and so are best targeted by the boat angler through. Kai iwi lakes accommodation kai iwi lakes in the kauri. Established in the 1960s on idyllic park like grounds, kai iwi beach holiday park is the perfect escape from the hustle of the city.
There is a strict no pets policy to protect the native wildlife. Book kai iwi beach holiday park, accommodation in whanganui. Set in kaihu, kai iwi lakes resort offers a garden. The kai iwi lakes nestled within the taharoa domain, are one of new zealands best holiday spots to stay and play in. Kai iwi lakes lakeside camping kayaking fishing tramping. We loved our time at kai iwi lakes spectacular views and the lake was amazing to swim in. Lake kaiiwi is a lake in the northland region of new zealand.
Taharoa domain kai iwi lakes camping ground updated 2020. The kaiiwi lakes and walking track to baylys beach. Dream of a place of sheer beauty that was created more than 1. The lake margin is bordered by scrub, with recently felled pine plantation in its upper catchment. Angling is best in the cooler months when the fish move into the shallower warmer waters. Kai iwi kai is a great option for nights you dont want to cook and the hot showers are a treatwhen you feel like a wash. The property is an easy weekend commute from auckland 25 minutes from the northland town of dargaville and 2. The row of toilets are new and nicer than the older facilities at the other end of the lake. A safe beach for the whole family and all ocean activities, kai iwi beach is reached via rapanui road 14kms west of whanganui. Highfield river retreat is set amongst mature totara trees on the banks of the river running through highfield farm. Things to do kai iwi lakes camp at the taharoa domain, home to three freshwater lakes collectively known as the kai iwi lakes. Cosy bush cabin near kai iwi lakes huts for rent in kaihu. Other campground rented to 100 teens celebrating all night long with very loud music hearable all over the lake even inside.
There are two campsites at kai iwi lakes within the domain. Owner of campground also owns other campground at lake. There is a childrens playground and guests can make use of free wifi and free private parking. It can get very busy and a bit rowdy around xmas new year so depends what time you are going. Relax in our selfcontained houses with rural views and a garden setting, only a short distance from the magnificent sparkling turquoise waters and pristine white silica sands of kai iwi lakes. See more of kai iwi lakes and campground on facebook. Tourists flock to the kaipara on heels of dare to visit. Explore the captivating kai iwi cliffs and gaze in awe at unhindered views of the tasman sea. The camp is right on the shore of a beautiful freshwater lake with clean white sand. Optional extra two small loops around lake kai iwi and lake waikare. The government has stepped in and introduced fines for people violating the freedom camping bylaws. The kai iwi lakes campground is located within the stunning taharoa.
Kai iwi lakes accommodation self catering holiday homes, houses, baches, beach houses, vacation rentals, cabins, cottages, chalets and more. Kai iwi lake taharoa, at the pines campground when it still had its pines x. They were formed by the accumulation of rainwater in depressions of sand. Ringed with white sand and full of clean, clear water, the lakes have been providing northland new zealanders with fish and a place to play for thousands of years. One at promenade point and one where we stayed at pine beach. Keep reading for a quick look at what you can do at kai iwi lakes, information on camping and lots of photos. Freedom camping is found north of auckland northland and far north welcome freedom campers who are mindful of protecting habitat and ecosystems etc. Pine beach campground kai iwi campground taharoa domain. Kai iwi lake and camping grounds best auckland camping so. Located north of dargaville, the kai iwi lakes are basintype dune lakes created during the pleistocene epoch, which began more than 1. Kai iwi lakes camping, boating, fun drone views youtube. Waipoua forest, home of the oldest kauri tree in new zealand, is 22 mi away. Please specify which house or glamper you prefer when making an enquiry.
Three of the resulting basin dune lakes became known as the kai iwi lakes. Rving at empty winter campgrounds kai iwi lakes, new. It takes around 78 to reach whangarei to kai iwi lakes road. To find the driving direction from whangarei to kai iwi lakes road which is 92 by road, click on show directions after entering start and end locations in the calculator control.
Cast your line out or wander for hours along the soft iron sands of kai iwi beach. Kai iwi lakes camping ground holiday parks association of. Kauri coast top 10 holiday park offers a range of accommodation suitable for everyone. The area lies off state highway 12, via omamari road then onto kai iwi lakes road.
Below is more information about each house and glamper. Book kauri coast top 10 holiday park, dargaville on tripadvisor. The lake has a warm shallow shelf which slowly gets deeper and a bit colder. There is a strict no pets and dogs policy to protect the native wildlife. Promenade point is the smaller of the two campsites at kai iwi lakes and is on the other side of lake taharoa. Camping at or near kai iwi lakes with little children. Enjoy the rugged west coast beaches at maunganui bluff, or the crystal clear waters and sandy beaches at kai iwi lakes 20 minutes south. Kai iwi lakes holiday homes, accommodation rentals, baches. The lakes are shallow and warm, with beautiful white sand. Kai iwi lakes in the kauri coast, northland, new zealand. Kai iwi sand lake dargaville 2020 all you need to know.
Perfect for a wonderful camping experience with the choice of 2 campgrounds located on lake foreshore, both. Places to stay in kai iwi relax in this idyllic guesthouse, while listening to the native birds sing in the bush surrounding you. Lake waikere, lake taharoa and lake kai iwi make up the kai iwi lakes. Kaiiwi lakes b6 nz frenzy north island new zealand. It was a great spot for camping with good facilities, beautiful. The taharoa domain reserves beautiful crystal clear kai iwi lakes are ideal for safe swimming, kayaking, fishing, boating and water skiing. Camping at kai iwi lakes kai iwi sand lake, dargaville. A natural playground whether your desire is to hook the big one, swim with dolphins, charter a yacht or dive the poor knights, you will be well catered for in northland. Kai iwi lakes accommodation list accommodation for. Kai iwi lakes promenade point campsite rv explorer. The sand is white and super fine, very comfortable underfoot to walk on. Kai iwi lakes drowning victim remembered as her final moments. Patrolled during the summer you can swim, fish, laze in the sun, go for long walks and pick through the driftwood. Relax in our individual range of selfcontained cottages with rural views and a garden setting, only a short distance from magnificent sparkling waters and.
Kai iwi lakes in dargaville new zealands biggest gap. If youre looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so its easy to get around. The lakes are stunning, with shallow water and then a deep drop off, we stayed on the west side of t. The 10 best glamping sites in northland, new zealand. Kai iwi lakes drowning victim remembered as her final moments become clear. Plenty of space for a tent, or to park your small motorhome. Kai iwi lakes camping ground holiday parks association of new. After 11km, take the kai iwi lakes road which leads to the taharoa domain and pine beach camping ground. Promenade point campground is situated on the western side beachfront of lake taharoa. Kai iwi beach holiday park established in the 1960s on idyllic park like grounds, kai iwi beach holiday park is the perfect escape from the hustle of the city. Come stay and play at kai iwi lakes, taharoa domain, one of nzs best holiday spots. There are demarcated water sports areas and swim areas and the water is clean, clear and magically fresh.
You can just fly from whangarei to kai iwi lakes road. Only 3hrs from auckland, 35km from dargaville, nestled amongst 538 hectares of premier recreation reserve are white sand fresh water dune lakes renowned for their jewel like beauty and clear waters. There are hiking tracks leading around the lakes and two popular camping areas pine beach and promenade point. Situated less than 30 minutes from waipoua lodge, the stunningly beautiful kai iwi lakes cover an area of 305 ha approx 755 acres. Wai hou oma lodge northland is 25 minutes drive from dargaville town center. Fpv x8 flying wing and fpv qav400g quadcopter at kai iwi lakes. Lake kaiiwi dargaville, new zealand lake, campground.
Promenade point has camping areas, a new toilet block however no shower facilities, and is a true relaxed kiwiana camping experience. Kauri coast holiday parks camping, motel units, cabins. It is a cool quirky kiwi bach and kai iwi is a nice chilled place to stay. Taharoa domain kai iwi lakes camping ground, dargaville. The kai iwi lakes open day is held on aucklandnorthland anniversary weekend on january 26 make a day of it or book a campsite at kai iwi lakes campground from 10. Located opposite the beautiful kai iwi lakes, wai hou oma features an 8seat movie theater and a lakeside gazebo with hot tub. The kai iwi lakes resort has 4 individual houses, 3 glamping tents, a backpacker room and an entertainers house, each with its own characteristics and sleeping capacity. Taharoa domain kai iwi lakes camping ground updated. The crystal clear and extremely safe fresh water is suitable for a huge range of water based recreational activities such as kayaking, swimming and fishing, plus the surrounds provide the perfect. This was perfect for what we needed it for a quiet place to relax and get away. There is also a walk to the west coast starting just up the road. The kai iwi lakes campground is located within the stunning taharoa domain in kaipara district. The kai iwi lakes are a series of dune lakes on farmland north of dargaville. There were only a half dozen other motorhomes there when we stayed no campers in tents.
The kai iwi lakes are one of the most popular freshwater boating environments in the north island. A wide range of accommodation options, situated 250m from the beach and only 10 minutes from central whanganui. Only 3hrs from auckland, 35km from dargaville, nestled amongst 538. The kai iwi lakes are 10mins from ripiroa beach, 30 mins south to dargaville.
Kai iwi lakes campsite lake taharoa, northland, nz 20 travel. It offers a true kiwi camping experience for tents, caravans or motorhomes. The kai iwi lakes water ski club and dargaville yacht club are based at the lakes. Kai iwi lake and camping grounds best auckland camping so far. Kai iwi lakes is located in omamari, a welcoming area that travelers like for its lakeside setting. Kai iwi lakes is a beautiful area and the camping ground is fine for kids. Promenaede point has camping areas, a new toilet block however no shower facilities, and is true relaxed kiwiana camping experience. A small village of residential and holiday homes see the size of the community swell in the summer months. It was a great spot for camping with good facilities, beautiful water and the pontoon to swim out to. I move to a department of conservation campground which sounded amazing on the campermate app, but also sounded busy and a little confusion on how to book a site. Home kai iwi beach holiday park, accommodation in whanganui. Family friendly accomodation northland holiday parks.
Unfortunately, travellers who have left waste in public places when freedom camping have ruined it for the rest of us who care about our environment. Kai iwi lakes, north island, new zealand vacation info. Only three hours from auckland, 35 kilometres from dargaville. Featuring a 24hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Draft kai iwi lakes taharoa domain reserve management plan. These beautiful crystal clear lakes are suitable for boating, diving, fishing, sailboarding. There is a small stream that flows into lake kai iwi on the southern side of the lake which drains farmland in the catchment above the lake. So be aware of what you can and cant do with regard to freedom camping in new zealand.
In the summer its warm crystal clear water is super inviting and the white sand like what you. The lakes sit amongst 538 hectares of premier recreation reserve with white sand, freshwater dune lakes that are renowned for their jewellike beauty and clear waters. Just 30 minutes north of dargaville, the lakes are part of the taharoa domain, an unsurpassed recreational reserve. Taharoa domain welcome to kai iwi lakes campground. They are the major water skiing venue for the auckland and northland regions. Located north of dargaville, the kai iwi lakes are basin type dune lakes created during the pleistocene epoch. Freedom camping in new zealand the dos and donts the. Its the second luxury campsite on highfield farm, after highfield forest retreat highfields first, highly successful luxury forest camp. Kai iwi lakes resort is the perfect holiday accommodation for all kinds of travellers in dargaville. Would definitely recommend adding this to your itinerary.
The grassy camping area is varied and quite attractive. Landlubbers can visit ancient kauri forests, visit glow worm caves or horseride along a deserted beach. Also write to the kaipara district council, not the far n. Kai iwi lakes and campground on instagram photos and videos. In a land of spectacular trout fishing, where shining taupo steelheads bound up snow chilled rivers, and monster aniwhenua rainbows bust up anglers fishing nine weight gear, the remote, and sometimes overlooked, kai iwi lakes generate more fishing excitement than many a southern angler thinks they should. Kai iwi beach, whanganui, new zealand visit whanganui. I made this movie when i heard that all the trees at my favorite camping ground had been destroyed. Located north of dargaville, the kai iwi lakes are basintype dune lakes created during the pleistocene epoch. The kai iwi lakes and walking track to baylys beach. Holiday parks camping, motel units, cabins, campervans etc baylys beach holiday park our holiday park offers accommodation for every type of traveller whether you are on a family holiday or you are travelling the world with your backpack. Kai iwi lakes camping ground holiday parks association. Kai iwi lakes is quite incredible, its like a tropical island environment 3 hours from auckland. A loop track starts from taharoa domain and kai iwi lakes information office car park pine beach camp ground. Nov 14, 2017 it is my first time to go camping here in auckland and i am glad that it was in kai iwi.
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