10 Beaches in North Island That You Shouldn't Miss

November 12, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Discover the best top things to do in North Island, New Zealand including Pokohino Beach, Whale Bay, Waiotahe Beach, Makorori Beach, Bethells Beach, Oriental Bay, Ninety Mile Beach, Ohope Beach, Mt Maunganui Main Beach, Piha Beach.
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1. Pokohino Beach

Onemana, Coromandel New Zealand
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 2 reviews

Pokohino Beach

2. Whale Bay

Matapouri New Zealand
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 48 reviews

Whale Bay

Reviewed By Tsynder - Christchurch, New Zealand

Stunning 10 minute walk through native bush down to a sheltered bay with clear blue water. This beach is perfect for a family picnic and for those looking for a place to swim without waves. Having the choice of shade under the massive Pohutukawa trees or to bake in sun means it can cater to all people.

3. Waiotahe Beach

Waiotahi Beach Road, Opotiki New Zealand +64 7-315 4741 http://www.islandviewholiday.co.nz
Excellent
81%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 62 reviews

Waiotahe Beach

Reviewed By Timtimwils81 - New Zealand, null

Very nice beach to swim at, very safe. Lifeguards were also on the beach every Sunday from Nov - Feb.

4. Makorori Beach

Makorori Beach Rd, Gisborne 4073 New Zealand
Excellent
92%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 12 reviews

Makorori Beach

Reviewed By TWgo - Wellington, New Zealand

Every morning, all year round, surfers gather here around sunrise to catch the first rays and the first waves of the new day. Even for those of us who drive past here often, we never grow tired of the stunning view looking out over the sea.

5. Bethells Beach

Auckland Central, Auckland New Zealand http://regionalparks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/tehengabethells
Excellent
66%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 331 reviews

Bethells Beach

Reviewed By 155richard81 - Tauranga, New Zealand

This is a great sandy beach. The car park is a little way from the beach and one has to be aware of when high tide is as the access is restricted at high tide.

6. Oriental Bay

Oriental Parade, Wellington 6001 New Zealand +64 4-802 4860
Excellent
59%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 947 reviews

Oriental Bay

Reviewed By andrewcR7911RV - Wellington, New Zealand

This is one of my favourtie places in Wellington alongside Mt Victoria lookout and the Brooklyn Wind Turbine. Grab some fish and chips from the Chippery and enjoy a picnic on the beach, or on the boatshed roofs if you want be like the cool kids :D

7. Ninety Mile Beach

Kaitaia New Zealand
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 567 reviews

Ninety Mile Beach

Reviewed By RustyHTims59 - Tamworth, Australia

It was a great route to head up to Cape Reinga via 90 Mile Beach, thoroughly happy booking a Tour to take us right along the beach & the highlight of the trip was Sand Surfing the Dunes, so I would definitely recommend this trip

8. Ohope Beach

Ohope, Whakatane New Zealand +64 27 296 3014 http://www.ohopebeach.info/
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 568 reviews

Ohope Beach

Reviewed By KarenM9543

Ohope beach is a neat beach to laze and to swim.we went to west end made sure the surfers were out further than us while swimming was a lovely day

9. Mt Maunganui Main Beach

Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga New Zealand
Excellent
76%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,643 reviews

Mt Maunganui Main Beach

Reviewed By raakel-joy - Tauranga, New Zealand

We love the Mount main beach - The beach, the summit and base walks, cafes, shops and overall vibe ???? One of our happy places!

10. Piha Beach

Piha, Auckland New Zealand
Excellent
68%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 867 reviews

Piha Beach

Reviewed By F5666SPalicec

This day with guide Jo was loads of fun. It was truly amazing to drive one hour out of Auckland and experience the glorious Wild West Coast. The walks and the beach were stunning and the food at the Piha cafe has excellent. Jo was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide.

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