One of the best ever beaches for exploring that I’ve found anywhere. Wharariki Beach is near the far northwest point of New Zealand’s South Island. After driving 153 Km winding miles from Nelson, over the Takaka Hills, and further along the coast of Golden Bay, you eventually run out of paved road. Carry on for at least 6 more Kilometers of gravel road, past the turn off for Cape Farewell, and you’ll arrive at the parking area. Now its a 20-30 minute hilly hike through sheep country, back dune forests and then deep sand.
And it is worth it. Wharariki Beach is totally undeveloped. There are 4 Archway Islands barely offshore from this extensive beach. Just a few sunbathers/swimmers, and all forms of coastal exploration available from caves and arches, through fascinating conglomerate rock layers, to baby (and adult) seals, not to mention pure white sand dunes, and native forest on the back dunes. The wind blows in from the Tasman Sea which means no bugs. The place is brilliant.
What gorgeous photos, Terry! Would love to these places in person. 🙂
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I wish I could see these at full screen.
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Yeah, I think thats the next level blog up. Maybe I’ll spring for that eventually…..
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If you get the chance, get yourself to New Zealand. Drop dead gorgeous all over the place. Fabulous people. It is truly amazing.
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That is simply amazing !!! Beautiful pictures 🙂
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Thanks Kathy. Amazing place.
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Wow, I just really wish I could also visit these kind of places someday… Nice shot.
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Thanks. Hopefully you’ll get to travel. Keep striving for it.
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I will, thanks.
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