Paekakariki

Paekakariki is a beach break on a sandy beach. Paekakariki has several peaks along the beach to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is small and soft, great for beginners but also good for surfers of all levels.

Quality Rating: 

3

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

SE

Tide: 

All

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.5ft

Wave Shape: 

Soft

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

3

Directions 

From Wellington head north out of the city on State Highway 1. Turn left where the signs point to Porirua, still on State Highway 1. Continue past Porirua and Paremata to Paekakariki. Turn left onto Ames Street, then continue onto Wellington Road, and turn left onto either Beach Road or The Sand Trak, down to the beach.

Nearest Town: 

Paekakariki

Nearest City: 

Wellington

Travel Time from City: 

50mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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