Maitai Bay beach
The beach at Maitai Bay in northern New Zealand is one of those places what the soul wants to reach while we sit at work or are bored homes. A relaxing holiday against the background of the unique nature of Te Ika a Maui without the hustle and bustle of hotels will remain in your memory for a long time with beautiful photos. An external lack of comfort is not visible behind the beauty of the scenery: after visiting this place, you will realize that a long flight and the way to the bay is nothing compared to a few days here.
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Beach description
Even those who regularly spend holidays in warm countries will be surprised at how transparent and calm the ocean is in the bay. Fine light sand covers both the bottom and the shore resembling a horseshoe shape. The rolling blue waves are not high, the entry into the water is shallow but at the right end of the beach, there are low cliffs overgrown with greenery from which you can dive.
If you go into the depths and take a swimming mask with you, the wonderful world of the underwater fauna of the Pacific Ocean will open before your eyes. And on the surface above your heads, New Zealand tuis fly - beautiful little birds that live only on these islands. Other rare birds live near the beach: New Zealand plovers and Eurasian oystercatchers. The local nature will leave you inspired: next to the beach, one of the oldest species of conifers - New Zealand kauri or southern agathis - grows.
The main types of leisure here:
- boat trips (boat and boat rental is available);
- walks on specially equipped routes of various distances: past fig trees, neighboring Maitako or Carikari bays
- observation of birds and fish;
- swimming and diving;
When is the best time to go?
The best time to travel to New Zealand is December-January, the local summer. Despite the warming, the temperature rarely exceeds 30 degrees, so relaxing on the beach here is very comfortable.
Video: Beach Maitai Bay
Infrastructure
The bay is located on the outer of Karikari Peninsula, 44 kilometers from Kaitai Airport. The most convenient transportation option to get here is a car, which can be left in the parking lot. Please note that the last 2 kilometers are on a dirt road.
An important feature of the beach is the absence of any hotels or private houses for rent nearby. However, three hundred meters from the shore, there is a camping area with 100 tents. Unfortunately, it is impossible to book a place in advance, that's why it’s worth considering that the peak of the beach season in New Zealand falls between December and February. Payment is made not for one taken place but for the number of vacationers: Children under four years old can stay for free. From five to seventeen year-old children, the cost will be equal to half the price for an adult vacationer per night. Another important feature to keep in mind: no bonfires and no bins in campsite areas; visitors should pick up and take out their own garbage. You will also have to think about food in advance because there are no shops or cafes nearby, although taps with drinking water are installed in the camp. Additional amenities include power showers and toilets. No pets allowed.
Weather in Maitai Bay
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Unfortunately, until March 2020, Maitai Bay Beach like a number of other closely located beaches remains closed to the public. The reason for this is the depletion of local flora and fauna, the balance of which could not but be disturbed as a result of active human activity.
Many travelers recommend taking an insect repellent with them, especially in winter.