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Town in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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Waihi Beach is a small town in the western Bay of Plenty in New Zealand, north of Tauranga Harbour and near the base of Coromandel Peninsula.
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Most of the 9 km of sandy beach is safe for swimming and offers some small surfing opportunities. The north end of the beach is the safest and the surf club operates through the summer months. If you want a break from the waves head on to ANZAC Bay down at the Bowentown end of the beach for a small sheltered bay for swimming (best at high tide but offers all day swimming).
This walk from the northern end of Waihi Beach leads to the beautiful pohutukawa-lined Orokawa Bay. There is a 45-minute detour to the 28-m-high William Wright Falls. Time: 1 hour 20 minute return.
Two outdoor hotspring pools fed from underground water.
Nice fresh cream donuts.
The bacon is cured on site and can be sliced to your requirements.
Cafe by day restaurant by night right by the beach. Eat indoors or out.
Cafe in an outdoor Asian-themed garden, Mexican food and cocktails also available.
Campsites, cabins and motel units.
Bus 85 from Waihi and Katikati, four services a day, Tuesdays and Thursdays only. Otherwise drive.
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