One of our favourite places to visit, Matapouri Bay is a picturesque horseshoe-shaped, white sandy beach on the Tutukaka Coast. Matapouri is popular with swimmers, photographers, families, body surfers and walkers. Every time we visit it is different – changes in the weather, surf and tides open up some of the most enjoyable activities. Driving […]
Find out more...Whale Bay Beach & Walkway
Whale Bay on the Tutukaka Coast is an idyllic Nature Reserve, accessible only by foot, with a Pohutukawa framed white sandy beach and clear blue sea. Whale Bay is our favourite beach in New Zealand. Stunning at any time of the year, this little piece of paradise will take your breath away. What to do […]
Find out more...Pataua North Beach & Estuary
Less than 30 minutes drive from Lupton Lodge is the stunning seaside village of Pataua North. Pataua North beach is a golden sandy beach, ideal for walking, swimming, playing or relaxing… Pataua is made up of 2 holiday destinations popular with locals: Pataua North and Pataua South. Pataua South can be only reached by road […]
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