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Spanning between the Coromandel Peninsula and Bay of Plenty beaches, Waihi Beach is one of the undiscovered jewels of New Zealand. Backdropped by pohutukawa, native bush and farm hills, it is the perfect place to be.

At the northern end where the Surf Life Saving Club patrols, begin the scenic walks to Orokawa and Homunga Bays, where the views are spectacular.

At the southern end is the settlement of Bowentown offering both ocean and harbour swimming, boat launching facilities and good fishing from the rocks.

In between is 9km of unspoilt surf beach.

• Various golf courses
• 3 wineries within 30 mins
• Karangahake Gorge walkways
• Waihi goldmine town
• Katikati mural town
• Bowentown lookout & Pa site

Things to do

• Swimming, surfing, boogie boarding
• Ocean & harbour boating
• Walking, tramping
• Mountain biking
• Sea & freswater fishing
• Kayak tours
• Horse riding
• Hunting
• Orokawa & Homunga Bay walks
• Athenree hot pools
• Goldmine tour
• Tour the Goldfields Railway
• Visit ANZAC Bay