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Waipātiki Beach, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Punakērua Beach

Punakērua Beach on the East Cape features exposed Pacific waters with challenging conditions suited only to advanced swimmers experienced with variable swells and currents. The dramatic coastal setting is spectacular but unforgiving; check forecasts religiously and respect local warnings about dangerous conditions.

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Punakērua Beach

-39.3257, 176.9479

Details

Location
Waipātiki Beach, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Type
ocean
Difficulty
advanced
Coordinates
-39.3257, 176.9479

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