Whether you like to grab some fish ‘n chips or sit in for a relaxing meal, the Matakana area has it all. These are all of the Clearyak team’s favourite places to eat, and things to do. Mostly all family friendly, with great service.
Here are a few things to do in the surrounding area around your Clearyak experience. Make a day out of your trip up to Goat Island!
Leigh Eats, Leigh
Enjoy delicious kiwi fish ‘n chips in the seaside village of Leigh.
Charlies Gelato, Matakana
Delicious artisan gelato made in Matakana. Over 30 different flavours to choose from!
Leigh Sawmill Cafe, Leigh
Delicious pizzas and a great chilled vibe just down the road from Goat Island
Sawmill Brewery, Leigh
Enjoy their beautiful range of craft beers. Great outdoor area to relax. Child friendly.
The Matakana Pub
Relax in the cool outdoors, set up with a cold one
The Farmers Daughter, Omaha
Cafe and bakery overlooking Omaha estuary. Serves craft beer, wine and seasonal cocktails.
Activities to do
Matakana Farmer’s Market
Support the locals around the markets
Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre
In-depth information and live feeling tanks
Sculptureum, Matakana
An absolute must-do. It should be on your bucket list.
Snorkel
After a Clearyak, head out for a snorkel
Scuba dive
Take yourself to another level and scuba the reserve
Goat Island Discovery Walk
View the Island from a different perspective on the walk.