Wharariki Beach & Track, Puponga 7073, Tasman Region, New Zealand
Wharariki Beach is a beach west of Cape Farewell, the northernmost point of the South Island of New Zealand.
The north-facing sandy beach is accessible only via a 20-minute walking track from the end of Wharariki Road. The road end is approximately 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from the nearest settlement, the small village of Puponga.
The beach is flanked to the east and west by cliffs, but due to the flat topology of the area behind it, the beach area and the grassy dunes behind it are quite exposed to winds.
Epic New Zealand Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound
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