Composed of North and South Island, New Zealand has many pristine beaches that cater to all types of crowd, be it adrenaline junkies or laid-back holidaymakers who just wish to relax in sun and sand. Since, many are planning a trip to New Zealand after ICC Cricket World Cup venues have been short listed, these beaches are sure to welcome hordes of tourists.
The best beaches in New Zealand
Hot Water Beach
Bring a proper gardening spade when visiting Hot Water Beach because for two hours on either side of the tide you can dig yourself a spa. After you have dug your spa-sized hole, it will fill from below with fresh warm wa...more
Coromandel Peninsula
The Coromandel Peninsula lies in the North Island of New Zealand. It is part of the Waikato region of New Zealand and extends 85 kilometres north from the western end of the Bay of Plenty, forming a natural barrier to pr...more
Beaches of the Karikari Peninsula
This long, thin stretch of land poking out from Doubtless Bay is known for its white sand and clear water beaches, including Tokerua, Karikari and Maitai Bay at the very tip, which has two crescent shaped beaches. Seclud...more
Waiheke Island's Onetangi Bay
Water sports enthusiasts will thrive off the shore of Waiheke Island’s largest beach. In the waters of Onetangi Bay you can surf, swim, sea kayak and get wet and sporty in numerous other ways. A number of beachfront acco...more
Kaiteriteri Beach
Half of Canterbury makes a beeline for these blissful shores every summer. It's not expansive—in fact it's quite small, but perfectly formed nonetheless—and there's a busy vacation atmosphere with packed campgrounds and ...more
Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga
Ninety Mile Beach, actually 55 miles in length, is renowned for its natural beauty. On its northern stretch, dramatic sand dunes loom over the beach. Tobogganing down the dunes is a favourite of locals and tourists alike...more
Mount Beach, Bay of Plenty
Mount Beach, as it is known, is an unbroken sandbar stretching around the New Zealand coast, under the shadow of the dormant volcano Mount Maungauni. It is truly a beautiful sight; clear, white sand and the warm, blue Pa...more
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