Surf’s Up at Whangapoua Beach New Zealand

“Let’s go surfin’ now, everybody’s learnin’ how…”

While New Zealand’s Coromandel east coast wasn’t cited in the lyrics, its string of beaches could’ve easily qualified on the Beach Boys’ hit song, “Surfin’ Safari.” And there’s no doubt that swells from Pacific northeastly rollers would’ve also caused “Good Vibrations.”

Moderate waves create a surfer’s party atmosphere at Whangapoua Beach New Zealand and neighboring spots. Whangamata Bar swells with long peeling breaks on incoming tides. A track at Waihi Beach leads to bigger waves and heavy undertow across the headland at Orokawa Bay.

Tairua Beach’s sandbar breaks onto beautiful white sand, but increasing swells there are accompanied with hazardous undertows. Access superb left-hand breaks from the Pauanui side of Tairua Bar.

Hot Water Beach has the added bonus of hand-dug hot thermal pools. And New Chum’s Beach, just a short walk away from Whangapoua Beach over the headland, is known for zestier waves.

Surf at Whangapoua Beach actually varies from lake calm to vigorous, but this spot on the Coromandel beach map is usually good for surfing and boogie boarding.

While this is most definitely a surfing beach, other attractions await nearby. The lagoon found there offers safe family swimming. A boat launch at Whangapoua Harbour, a short walk away, provides access to fishing and kayaking.

A walk through native bush and up a hillside brings you to a climb at Castle Rock, for great views of the Coromandel Peninsula. Thirty minutes away are giant kauri trees on the “309 Road,” as well as cafes and specialty shopping. Golf courses and the town of Whitianga are also nearby.

To maximize your beachfront experience, imagine a morning sun water view from your vacation suite. Beach house rentals are ultimate way to enjoy your New Zealand vacation. Whare Moana IV is a holiday house that offers luxury accommodation in a four bedroom home right on the beach, with two-night minimum rental.

Three other holiday homes feature three bedrooms for six to eight guests. Two of these properties are just a two or five minute walk to the beach, and one just meters from the beach. Amenities may include sunny views, indoor/outdoor entertaining and fireplaces, quality furnishings, and privacy.

These New Zealand beach house rentals put you right in the middle of the action to enjoy surfing, fishing, swimming, and other coastal New Zealand outdoor activities. When you’re up for a “surfin’ safari,” surf’s definitely up at Whangapoua Beach.