Wharariki Beach
Wharariki beach is a beach break on a sandy beach, located on the west coast at the top of the south island. There is a bit of a walk to get to the beach, but well worth it for the beautiful scenery. The beach has several peaks down the beach with both right and left handers. The wave is punchy and fun. Good for all levels of surfer. There is a local camp ground at Wharariki Beach.
Optimal Swell Direction:
SW
Optimal Wind Direction:
S
Tide:
Mid
High
Incoming
Wave Type:
Beach break
Wave Size Min:
1.5ft
Wave Shape:
Punchy
Beach Type:
Sand
Skill Level:
Beginner
Wildlife:
Seals
Directions
From Takaka head north on Takaka Valley Highway State Highway 60. Continue on State Highway 60 until you get to the Collingwood turn off and turn left (away from Collingwood) onto Collingwood-Bainham Main Road, then turn right onto Collingwood Puponga Main Road, over the bridge heading north. Continue north, through Pakawau until you get to Puponga. At Puponga turn left onto Wharariki Road, the road will turn to gravel, continue as far as you can go, and find a park. From here you must walk over the sand dunes down to the beach.
Nearest Town:
Puponga
Nearest City:
Takaka
Travel Time from City:
75mins
Road in:
Seal
Gravel
Walk in:
Yes
Parking at beach:
Yes
