Hariki Beach

Hariki Bay is a beach break on a sandy beach, located just south of Te Kaha. There are several peaks along the beach to choose from with both right and left handers. The wave is soft and fat, good for learners. Good for all levels of surfer.

Quality Rating: 

1

Optimal Swell Direction: 

NW

Optimal Wind Direction: 

E

Tide: 

Mid
High
Incoming

Wave Type: 

Beach break

Wave Size Min: 

1.0ft

Wave Shape: 

Soft
Fat

Beach Type: 

Sand

Skill Level: 

Beginner

Crowd Level: 

1

Directions 

From Whakatane head east through Opotiki and change from State Highway 2 onto State Highway 35. Take this all the way along the coast past Omaio Bay to Hariki Bay, not far before Te Kaha.

Nearest Town: 

Te Kaha

Nearest City: 

Whakatane

Travel Time from City: 

90mins

Road in: 

Seal

Walk in: 

No

Parking at beach: 

Yes

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