Kite-surf Mangawhai Heads

Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert Type: Ocean, Lagoon, River Mouth Water type: Shallow, Flat, Small wave, Medium wave Water hazards: Ships Water quality: Clean Infos: Waves on the oceanside, flat in the river mouth and the channel. Beach type & size: Sand - Big Infos: Big sandy beach. Lots of space. Identified hazards: None Weather specificities: Water is warm in summer, wetsuits in winter 3mm/2mm. Summer (November to March) is the best season. Wind specificities: Sideshore: NNW and SSE. Access description: by Car - From Auckland drive north towards Whangarei. About 60 km before Whangarei follow signs to Mangawai Heads. To access the ocean go to the north and drive to the beach here. The channel can be accessed from the main part of the village. Specific rules: Zones Extra: Avoid the bird sanctuary which is on the sandbar. Accommodations: Rooms, Parking