Waikanae Beach

Waikanae Beach is a nice soft beach break onto a sandy beach. The wave is fat and reasonably long. Great wave for beginners.

Quality Rating: 

3

Optimal Swell Direction: 

SE

Optimal Wind Direction: 

N

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Fat
Wally

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

5

Directions 

From Gisborne City Centre, near the clock tower on Gladstone Road, turn south onto Grey street, and go all the way to the end, Waikanae beach. you can also go further along to Roberts Road, or Centennial Marine Drive.

Nearest Town: 

Gisborne

Nearest City: 

Gisborne

Travel Time from City: 

5mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

Facilities: 

Toilets

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