Bay of Plenty

North Island

17+ surf breaks

Mount Maunganui, consistent beach breaks, learner-friendly

Mount Maunganui is New Zealand's most popular surf beach — a long, consistent beach break with the iconic Mauao as its backdrop. The Bay of Plenty's calm character makes it ideal for learners and intermediate surfers, while Motiti Island and the Blowhole reward the more adventurous.

Surf breaks

Mount MaunganuiBeach

Papamoa Beach ParkBeach

Waihi BeachBeach

AratakiBeach

BlowholePoint

Ohope BeachBeach & Point

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