{"id":2840,"date":"2021-01-13T10:38:04","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:38:04","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2021-01-13T10:38:04","modified_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:38:04","slug":"best-beaches-in-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-ideas\/holiday-destinations\/beaches\/beach-holidays\/best-beaches-in-new-zealand","title":{"rendered":"Discover the best beaches in New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From the picturesque\u00a0Coromandel Peninsula<\/a>\u00a0to the quiet bays of Abel Tasman,\u00a0New Zealand<\/a>\u00a0is home to many incredible beach destinations with white or golden sands, clear, turquoise waters and a lot to see and do. Ideal for families and adventurers alike, New Zealand\u2019s beaches offer everything from surfing and kayaking to wildlife viewing to sunbathing and picnics with the kids, all with charming beach communities nearby. Whether you\u2019re planning a family retreat, a romantic holiday or an adventure trip on your own, take a look at the best beaches in New Zealand to plan your trip to a coastal paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n

Kaiteriteri Beach<\/a>\u00a0for family fun<\/h2>\n\n\n

Boasting some of the longest sunshine hours of any beach in New Zealand, Kaiteriteri Beach is ideal for sunbathers. Located at the gateway to\u00a0Abel Tasman National Park<\/a>, the beach features golden sands and turquoise waters. You can spend your day sunbathing and swimming with the kids while wildlife like penguins, dolphins and seals pass by, or you can head out into the park to walk along the extensive tracks in the forest. You could also kayak around the coves and lagoons near the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n

Whangamata Beach<\/a>\u00a0for surfing<\/h2>\n\n\n

Home to one of New Zealand\u2019s most famous surf breaks, Whangamata Beach is a popular spot for experienced surfers and water sports enthusiasts. The estuaries surrounding the beach are excellent for kayaking and paddle boarding. Whangamata Beach is also one of the closest beaches to Whenaukura, or Donut Island, an island with an incredible turquoise lagoon for swimming and kayaking with the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n

Omaha Beach<\/a>\u00a0seaside amusements<\/h2>\n\n\n

Omaha Beach<\/a>\u00a0has stunning white sand and excellent beginner surf breaks with lifeguard patrol. The beach is a great spot to learn to surf or paddle board, but it\u2019s also ideal for families looking for a quiet day by the water. The estuary has a harbour with historic sites, shops and eateries, and you\u2019ll find bowling greens, tennis courts, walking tracks and playgrounds nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n

Gemstone Beach<\/a>\u00a0for beachcombing<\/h2>\n\n\n

Named for the changing state of its sand and stones that are altered by storms and tides, Gemstone Beach is the perfect spot for beachcombing with the kids. Plenty of people travel to Gemstone Beach for fossicking and beachcombing because it’s common to find unique and interesting stones here. Gemstone Beach is also popular for surfing and boasts some of the best breaks in all of New Zealand.<\/p>\n\n

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Mahia Beach<\/a>\u00a0for kid-friendly amenities<\/h2>\n\n\n

Mahia Beach<\/a>\u00a0is a family-friendly beach on Hawke\u2019s Bay that\u2019s known for its clean sand and quiet, gentle swimming waters. The nearby town has a lot of amenities, such as shops and eateries, and you could enjoy golf, fishing, tramping and surfing. One of the best treks is the track that leads to Mokotahi Lookout, a vista point on the top of the Mokotahi Hill.<\/p>\n\n\n

Akitio Beach<\/a>\u00a0coastal hiking<\/h2>\n\n\n

Known for its rocky shoreline and dunes, Akitio Beach is a rugged beach with a heritage fishing village and historic homesteads. Along with swimming and sunbathing, you could camp out at the beach campsite with the kids, hike among the dunes or tour the attractions and historic sites around town for an educational experience.<\/p>\n\n\n

Ninety Mile Beach<\/a>\u00a0outdoor adventure<\/h2>\n\n\n

Ninety Mile Beach<\/a>\u00a0is a long stretch of coastline that features many incredible beaches from Kaitaia to Cape Reinga. Many of the beaches have golden sands and gentle waters, though you\u2019ll find excellent surf and water sports areas along the coast. The Aupouri Forest is the backdrop, which has walking tracks, streams and waterfalls to see wildlife with the whole family<\/p>\n\n

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Awaroa<\/a>\u00a0for remote wildlife sightings<\/h2>\n\n\n

Awaroa is a golden-sand beach with turquoise seas that\u2019s surrounded by lush native forest. The beach is only accessible by boat or on foot, so it retains much of its natural splendour and rarely gets crowded. The surrounding area is a protected ecosystem, so you\u2019ll often see coastal birds with nesting areas around the beach for a unique experience with the kids.<\/p>\n\n\n

New Chums Beach<\/a>\u00a0for a wild beach landscape<\/h2>\n\n\n

Located on the Coromandel Peninsula, New Chums Beach is an unspoilt beach with no road access and stunning natural beauty. The golden-sand beach is surrounded by lush bushland and offers sheltered, calm waters for swimming. The water is crystal-clear, giving the beach appeal for water sports enthusiasts like surfers and snorkellers. Nearby, the settlement of Kuaotunu has shops and eateries.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re looking for a wild and rugged beach, a family-friendly beach community, a sheltered cove or anything in between, New Zealand beaches offer something for everyone. 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