One of New Zealands most popular beaches. Lot's of white sand. I believe they have built a sand bar (out in the water) to create bigger waves for the surfers. Some cool shops too. About 2 mins from the beach are hot pools and spas - Really nice place to have a holiday. I have been up every year since I was a tot and can always think of something different to do. You can take a walk up the Mount - 2 tracks one "easy" one "hard" -but both fun. If you don't own a surfboard there are a few surf shops you can hire one for around $50-$90 a day - You can buy a 2nd hand one of around $260. Accom around the area differs, you can rent an apartment from $300 per/week or rent a private house for $800+, I think there are a few camp grounds, motels, hotels around. The Mt is not far from Matakana island (if you have a boat). I think you can go on a day trip and swim with dolphins.It gets very busy from Nov - Jan. It's still fun any other time of year is the weather is good, but if not Bayfair is the local shopping mall (all the chain stores, and Mc Donalds ect... Would say it's a MUST if you are in NZ.

Great beach, with awesome places...for the trekking lover people there is a great walk up to the mount.