Matapouri beach is a long stretch of sand with clear turquoise water. Walk along the beach to the end then into the water to walk around a rocky outcropping to reach the last bit of beach. From there it’s a 20 minute walk up and over a hill to reach the Mermaid Pools. Deep blue tide pools that you can swim in, worth the extra work to get there.
Matapouri beach is a long stretch of sand with clear turquoise water. Walk along the beach to the end then into the water to walk around a rocky outcropping to reach the last bit of beach. From there it’s a 20 minute walk up and over a hill to reach the Mermaid Pools. Deep blue tide pools that you can swim in, worth the extra work to get there.
Snorkeling trip to Poor Knight's Island off the coast of North Island in New Zealand.
En route from Sandy Bay to Whangerei stopped on the side of the road to take pics of these happy campers. Cute little Shetland pony was so curious it was sticking its head through the gate to get a closer look! #newzealand #adventure #roadtrip
Want to set up your hammock here? Head up to Whale Bay, just outside of Whangarei, Northern NZ. Just a short hike down from the car park and this stunning beach with calm waters is all yours. 
#whalebay #whangarei #newzealand #northisland #hiddengems #explore #travel