Leigh being the small coastal area is most noted as it is the nearest town to Cape Rodney. Leigh is 92 kilometers away from Auckland city in the north and is famous for recreational sport activities and its scenic beaches. Leigh has number of beaches close to it which includes Mathesons Bay, Goat Island, Whangateau, Omaha and Pakiri. Leigh is also known for New Zealand’s first marine reserve at Goat Island Bay.
Leigh is famous for rugby. Except Rugby the other sports are- golf, touch rugby, soccer and other sports. The Whangateau Reserve is famous for Rugby sports. Leigh is famous for adventures too, so for adventurous people this is a perfect vacation home. You can try out scuba diving, surfing, glass- bottom boat trip, scenic marine observation, walking tracks, swimming, wharf, boat ramp and gulf diving. Leigh Harbour Walkway, Leigh Coastal Walkway, Goat Island Walkway, Matheson Bush and Ti Point are the famous walking tracks to enjoy.
The place has lot of fishing spots but fishing is now prohibited. Leigh is also famous for birds, the Goat Island and Whangateau Harbour is the home to observe various coastal birds, bush and fresh water birds.
You must visit the Matakana Markets and the Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre. The Matakana Cinemas is a great place to recreate as it offers a range of movies to enjoy in comfort with wine, coffee or an ice-cream.
For vacation stay, you can find various hotels, lodges, luxurious homes within your budget. Vacation homes falls under the luxurious spacious home stay which helps you to enjoy a relaxed, quality time with your friends and family within an affordable price.