Don’t be fooled by the quiet vibe - Māhia Golf Course punches well above its weight. Perched on the sandy isthmus linking the mainland to the Māhia Peninsula, this nine-hole links is a coastal beauty with native trees, birdlife, and a layout that rewards creativity. Only an hour’s drive from Gisborne through rolling native bush and views back to Poverty Bay, it’s a favourite local getaway - where surf checks and tee times go hand-in-hand. And if you time it right? You might just spot a Rocket Lab launch firing skyward from nearby. The sign says ‘The Legendary Māhia Golf Course’ - and after one round, you’ll understand why.