Beach Picnic Spots
At Cornwallis Beach

Beach picnic spots where Mariam and Karim love playing catch. Other than that we use them to dine and bring our own BBQ or use those installed at Cornwallis Beach.

Cornwallis has two free gas BBQ's on-site. For bigger groups or to avoid disappointment you can pre-book at the Auckland Regional Council.

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1. Picnic tables, BBQ area's
2. toilet with changing room and outside shower
3. drinking water tabs
4. plenty of shade by trees
5. beach fishing, fishing of the wharf or of the boat

Mariam and Karim are professional sandcastle builders. Shovel and bucket are necessary beach equipments.

For preventative measures with regard to New Zealand’s sun read about Slip, Slop, Slap, Wrap.




Pohutukawa Tree

Its blooming time around December to January brought the nickname Christmas tree.

Pohutukawa prefers warm and dry climate, withstands salty spray water, strong winds and grows roots where needed.


Pou Whenua at Cornwallis

Maori art carved out of wood. This New Zealand sculpture represents the relation between the people of the land, their ancestors and the environment.

With a strategically position it is an important link between Maori culture and New Zealand.



Water skiing a wonderful family activity

For water skiing fun let your boat to water at Cornwallis wharf. The calm sea conditions are excellent for it.


Manukau Harbour is a popular fishing ground

Fabulous to get involved with the whole family, catch your dinner before you put it on the BBQ.

1. Beach fishing at twilight
2. Fishing of your boat
3. or fishing of the wharf

Cornwallis wharf is one of sixteen Manukau wharves. It is the last one that stands. Renewed old and young meet there for to fish.

The best fishing time at Manukau Harbour is one hour before and one hour after high tide.

Those who prefer to eat rather than to catch the fish can stroll of to short scenic walks. On the way to McLachlan Monument views to Manukau Entrance are very enjoyable.

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