Blair's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Driving to the northern tip of Awhitu peninsula you will discover the historic Manukau Heads Lighthouse. The restored lighthouse overlooks the roiling and moody waters across to Huia and the Waitakere ranges. Learn about the history of New Zealand’s worst maritime disaster, the sinking of the Orpheus, which occurred on the bar just outside the channel below the lighthouse.
Looking inland to your right across the Manukau Harbour is Auckland, and the Skytower can easily be seen on most days. Also, you can access the restored historic trail to the right of the car park below the lighthouse.
A visit to the Manukau Heads Lighthouse will not disappoint.
26 locals recommend
Manukau Heads Lighthouse
759 Manukau Heads RoadDriving to the northern tip of Awhitu peninsula you will discover the historic Manukau Heads Lighthouse. The restored lighthouse overlooks the roiling and moody waters across to Huia and the Waitakere ranges. Learn about the history of New Zealand’s worst maritime disaster, the sinking of the Orpheus, which occurred on the bar just outside the channel below the lighthouse.
Looking inland to your right across the Manukau Harbour is Auckland, and the Skytower can easily be seen on most days. Also, you can access the restored historic trail to the right of the car park below the lighthouse.
A visit to the Manukau Heads Lighthouse will not disappoint.
Henry’s Scenic Reserve is just a short drive from Aroha Barn, on the outskirts of nearby town Patumahoe, and we highly recommend a visit, as it offers a refreshing alternative, especially during hotter summer months.
Henrys Reserve
Henry’s Scenic Reserve is just a short drive from Aroha Barn, on the outskirts of nearby town Patumahoe, and we highly recommend a visit, as it offers a refreshing alternative, especially during hotter summer months.
Driving out on Awhitu Road towards Manukau Heads you will be wowed by the unspoiled beauty of the Wild West Coast, with vast rolling green hills and valley views dotted with Pohutukawa down to Manukau Harbour to your right and the Tasman Sea to your left.
Just off the road you will see the quaint and historic Kohekohe Church perched on a hill overlooking the Pokorua Lake and the Tasman Sea beyond.
Designed and built by Waiuku resident Captain Sir John Makgill back in 1886, it is now considered “New Zealand’s most photogenic Church.
Awhitu Road
Awhitu RoadDriving out on Awhitu Road towards Manukau Heads you will be wowed by the unspoiled beauty of the Wild West Coast, with vast rolling green hills and valley views dotted with Pohutukawa down to Manukau Harbour to your right and the Tasman Sea to your left.
Just off the road you will see the quaint and historic Kohekohe Church perched on a hill overlooking the Pokorua Lake and the Tasman Sea beyond.
Designed and built by Waiuku resident Captain Sir John Makgill back in 1886, it is now considered “New Zealand’s most photogenic Church.
One of our favourite places to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner with a view.
The restaurant at Castaways Resort overlooks Karioitahi Beach and theTasman Sea. If the weather is favourable, enjoy your meal out on the deck, and timing your meal with the setting sun will leave you feeling very happy 😃
10 locals recommend
Castaways Restaurant & Bar, Castaways Resort
685 Karioitahi RoadThe restaurant at Castaways Resort overlooks Karioitahi Beach and theTasman Sea. If the weather is favourable, enjoy your meal out on the deck, and timing your meal with the setting sun will leave you feeling very happy 😃
Local Arts & Crafts Co-Op
Visit the Pollock Co-Op Arts & Crafts Gallery and support Awhitu Peninsula’s talented local artists.
Pollok Arts Co-op
2141 Awhitu Rd