WalkHidden gem
Matatā wildlife refuge
Matatā, Bay of Plenty
A short lagoon walk with birdlife and views to Whakaari/White Island.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 40 min
A 30 minute walk around the lagoon, with lots of birds and views to Moutohorā and Whakaari/White Island.
Good to know
- Go early for birds
- Binoculars help
- Getting there
- Short walk from the road end or car park; DOC lists it as 30 min (easiest).
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