Hahei Beach

Hahei is the easy-going base for Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach, and the beach itself is good for a paddle or a long walk. The tide goes out a long way so the shallows warm up nicely. Cafes and a general store are a minute from the sand.

Good to know

• Walk to Te Pare headland at the south end for the view
• Gets busy from late December to late January

Best time

Morning, before the wind picks up

Getting there

Sealed road to the village, car park near the beach (fills in summer)

Vehicles

Campervans fine

Facilities

• Picnic tables
• Rubbish bins
• Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.