Surf Destinations

Home to New Zealand's most famous left-hand point break. Three peeling sections stretch over 2km on a good day — Manu Bay, Whale Bay, and Indicators. A surf mecca with a laid-back creative vibe, organic cafes, and stunning sunsets over the Tasman.

Wild West Coast surf with dramatic black sand and powerful beach breaks, all framed by the iconic Lion Rock. Just 45 minutes from Auckland, Piha delivers serious swell and rugged beauty — a must-surf for anyone visiting the North Island.

The summer surf mecca of the Coromandel Peninsula. Golden sand, warm water, and consistent beach breaks make this the ultimate summer surf town. Cruisey peelers by day, fish & chips and cold beers by night — Kiwi summer at its finest.

The first city in the world to see the sunrise — and the first to catch the morning swell. Warm water, consistent waves, and a deep surf culture rooted in Māori heritage. Gisborne's relaxed East Coast vibe is infectious, and the breaks are uncrowded year-round.

Surf with dolphins and seals against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains rising straight from the Pacific. The Southern Alps meeting the ocean creates a raw, soulful experience unlike anywhere else — surf one moment, spot whales the next.

Raw, uncrowded South Island surf on the wild West Coast. Consistent powerful swells roll in from the Tasman Sea onto uncrowded beaches. No hype, no lineups — just you, the elements, and some of the most underrated waves in New Zealand.