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Wharariki Beach

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4.9 (767 reviews)

Sandy beach accessed by one of three popular hikes & famous for its natural rock arch formation.

Wharariki Beach, Wharariki Road, Pūponga 7073, New Zealand

Highlights from Reviews

Stunning natural beauty

The beach offers breathtaking, gorgeous, and wild majestic scenery, often described as surreal and screensaver-like.

Iconic rock formations

Features immense and iconic rock formations, including a famous arch, caves, and sand dunes, known as the Windows wallpaper location.

Abundant seal sightings

Visitors frequently encounter seals, including pups, often at close proximity, making for a special wildlife viewing experience.

Unique beach exploration

A vast, clean beach with soft sand, offering opportunities for low-tide cave exploration, beachcombing, and observing unique sand patterns.

Excellent photo opportunities

The dramatic landscape, rock formations, and stunning sunsets provide exceptional chances for photography.

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