Relax at Whale Bay
Possibly one of the most picturesque beaches in the Tutukaka area, Whale Bay is a curved white sand beach backed with native bush. The secluded beach can only be accessed by a 10-minute walk from the beach car park or along the Matapouri Bay to Whale Bay Loop Walk (see below). The beach is great for swimming and snorkelling with consistently clear waters.
Location: Matapouri is about 7km north of Tutukaka on Matapouri Road. Signposted off Matapouri Road at the roadside car park.