Among your first stops should be Refining NZ Visitors Centre. Here, you'll be able to orient yourself and get some great tips before you start exploring.
Refining NZ Visitors Centre is free to visit, so you can have a great day out in Ruakaka without getting out your wallet. When you've finished at this tourist information center, check out some of the area's other sights. Ruakaka Beach, Whangarei Heads and Mount Manaia are our suggestions.